How To Install A Trailer Hitch When The Vehicles Factory Weld Nuts Are Ruined
Updated 07/30/2024 | Published 07/27/2024
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The factory holes in my 4runner frame are ruined. Is it safe to drill new bolt holes in the Curtis Hitch and frame and mount the hitch in that fashion?
asked by: Christopher T
Expert Reply:
Hello Christopher. Broken weldnuts in the frame can definitely be a pain, but it is still possible to install the 13445 hitch on your 4Runner. What you will do is use a bolt leader like part # 80101-1 to fish the bolts into the frame from a different opening then out through the hitch mounting hole. You will probably have to drill out the factory weldnuts if they are still present. I have linked a video below that shows this process in detail. Do not drill new bolt holes in the hitch. This will void your warranty.
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Christopher
7/30/2024
Thanks. Appreciate the help.