Cleaning Trailer Hitch Installation Weld Nuts in Frame of 2015 Toyota RAV4
Updated 07/25/2020 | Published 07/23/2020
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The weld nuts on the passenger side of the RAV4 are a little rusty, and I cannot get the bolts started. Cleaning with the nylon brush and penetrating oil Kroil was not successful. No problem on the drivers side. Suggestions?
asked by: Mike K
Expert Reply:
Since the nylon brC13406 hitch installed, the next thing I'd try is giving those threads a complete soaking in a spray lubricant like Kroil, WD-40 or PB Blaster, and giving them a good scrub with a wire battery terminal brush like what's included with # DW00254. Spray the threads down, let it sit for a few minutes then give it a good scrub. You might need to repeat this procedure a few times.
If that doesn't do the trick, you'll need to bust out the nuclear option by using an M1 x 1.25 thread tap. If you've never used a thread tap before, it's not difficult. Just make sure the threads and the tap are well coated with spray lubricant and take your time, making sure not to cross-thread the tap. The tap will make short work out of getting those threads cleaned right up.
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