Installing Safety Chain Connection Point to Factory Hitch on 1998 Toyota Tacoma
Updated 03/09/2012 | Published 03/07/2012
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Question:
98 Tocoma factory bumper mounted hitch...but no place to connect/hook safety chains to. Can not find what would appear simple solution .....steel plate with eyelet holes on either side, with hole that would mount below bumper..through the ball hitch hole. Any suggestions... Tks
asked by: Knox B
Expert Reply:
As long as a qualified welder is used, a Safety Chain Attachment Loop like part # E950 could be welded to the receiver as shown in the photo I provided. Having an amateur welder weld it could result in the hitch being weakened. This would be the best and easiest solution for you.
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Laclede 48" Long Trailer Safety Chain w/ 3/8" Hooks - 1,000 lbs Weight Capacity - Qty 1
- Trailer Safety Chains
- 3/16 Inch Diameter
- Standard Trailer
- 48 Inch Long
- 3000 lbs
- Single Chain
- S-Hooks
- Laclede Chain
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