Solution for Mounting Flanges of Curt Hitch Not Fitting Properly to 2003 Toyota Tacoma
Updated 07/01/2024 | Published 06/19/2020
Question:
After removing the number brackets. I tried to line up the hitch to bolt on the first two bolts as the video showed but the hitch is not wide enough to fit around the brackets on the truck to get those bolts in. It says it fits my truck but the hitch is not wide enough.
asked by: Adam G
Expert Reply:
Sometimes in shipping the mounting flanges of the hitches we offer will get bent in. What we recommend is to use an open stairwell or a jack to use controlled force to bend the hitch back so that it will bolt up properly. As long as you don't see any creasing or paint flaking (evidence of fatigue) you are fine.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class III
- 500 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
- 6000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 600 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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Andrew
6/30/2024
I had the same problem trying to fit a cart to my Toyota. I know I ordered the correct one, but the holes were off and would not lineup. I shouldn’t have to screw around with stuff like that so I just returned it and ordered from a different manufacturer.