How to Install Trailer Hitch on Vehicle that is Missing Weld Nuts in Trailer Frame
Updated 09/03/2024 | Published 11/20/2019
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Hi, first of all, the hitch size fits perfectly in my SUV and I love its quality, but Ive a problem. At the driver side, my SUV has only ONE thread, as yo can see in the picture. The other holes dont have threads I dont understand why!. What do you suggest to solve my problem? Is a weld a good idea? Is there some kind of bolt I can use that doesnt need a thread? I hope you understand my question, and sorry for my English : Thanks!
asked by: Esteban
Expert Reply:
What you can do is use a bolt leader like # 80101-1 with a carriage bolt block through an open portion of your frame to basically act as a weld nut so you can install the hitch. This normally is a solution we use when a vehicle has a broken weld nut and we have to come up with a way to install the hitch. We made a video on how to do this which I have attached to this page.
Best option will be to source a carriage bolt (it will have square shoulders under the head of the bolt) the correct matching spacer block and nut.
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Mike
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Hi my name is Mike, I’m having a problem with a trailer hitch installation on my 2022 jeep grand Cherokee wk the direction for the new hitch says bolt the hitch too the existing welded nuts on the frame the holes line up but there is no existing welded nuts to bolt to can you help me out with this? T/y.