Which Way Should a Conical Tooth Washer Face when Installing a Trailer Hitch on a 2012 Scion xB

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does it matter which way the washer goes on to the bolt?

asked by: Harry

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Yes, the conical tooth washer needs to be positioned so that the teeth face the hitch. That is what prevents it from coming loose. Take a look at the video I have linked. At about the 1:50 mark the installers start to put the hardware on to mount the hitch and they mention the conical tooth washer.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Glen

2/9/2020

Whey do the conical washed have teeth? My guess is just to help the customer put them on correctly.

Jason S.

2/10/2020

The conical teeth washer # 01292-008 does help with installation from a visual perspective, but there is also a slight bevel to the washer to help the teeth dig in and provide more support so the nut is less likely to come loose.

Answer 1

Hi Mike; I'm sorry to say that nobody makes a plug and play wiring harness for your 2024 Lexus NX 350h. The only option is a universal wiring harness like the Curt #C59496. The same is true for the 2022 and 2023 models so I do not anticipate any…

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Answer 2

The parts in question are conical tooth washers. On the Curt weight distribution systems they go between the nuts and the head using the bolts that hold the head to the shank. I have included a picture that points them out for you. The tooth side…

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Answer 3

Hey Lucas, this is a great question but the Curt hitch part #C36RV that fits your 2024 Kia EV9 GT-Line does not require the OEM hitch cover that you mentioned. That is only needed for the OEM hitches.

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Answer 4

Hey Kevin! Yes, the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch #C31076 will fit your 2024 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro. Check out the attached picture where another customer installed the hitch on their 2022 TRD Pro. If you need anything else don't hesitate to…

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Answer 5

The main difference between a Class III hitch and a Class IV hitch is the capacities they set for the hitches. Class III hitches are rated for up to 6,000 lbs GTW with 600 lbs TW whereas a Class IV is rated for up to 12,000 lbs GTW and 1,000 TW. For…

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Answer 6

If the conical washers on your EAZ weight distribution hitch are 3/8" washers, then the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Conical Tooth Washers - 3/8" Diameter #01292006-020-01 would work just fine. Since it's just a conical washer you're…

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Answer 7

I was able to pull the Reese Conical Toothed Washer #01292-008 from our warehouse and measured the outer diameter at 1-1/4 inches.The inner diameter is 1/2 inch.

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Answer 8

Hey Doug, Your 2023 Toyota 4Runner SR5 is 100% compatible with the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver #C31076. The #C31076 does not require drilling, and can handle being pulled out in an off-road situation.

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Answer 9

Hey Michael! We are still carrying Draw-Tite hitches. However, their parent company had some legal problems and went bankrupt so the brand is for sale right now. Most of their products are currently out of stock, so you won't find them on our…

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Answer 10

Hey Bob, I am happy to look into this for you. You are installing this front hitch on a 2018 Toyota 4Runner, correct? When you say "not quite" about how much would you say it is off by? If we are talking about a fraction of an inch, it is…

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Answer 11

Hello Chris, thanks for reaching out. So the washers that come with the #C92UR hitch are conical tooth washers. The washers are designed to be installed with the teeth facing in. They bite into the metal and stop the hardware from backing out. As…

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Answer 12

I attached a link to this page (down below the product links), that has the instructions for the Curt Front Hitch part #C31076 that you referenced. This is a confirmed fit for your 2017 Toyota 4Runner TRD so it would be a great fit.

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Which Way Should a Conical Tooth Washer Face when Installing a Trailer Hitch on a 2012 Scion xB

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