What Would Cause Hitch to be Scratched Before Delivery

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This is my 3rd draperies hitch. This one has an area that looks like a grinder hit part of the hitch and took the powder coating off. I painted it and it should be ok but I live in a salty area and hope it wont rust in our winter salt.

asked by: Alken G

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Hey Alken, sorry to hear that the Draw Tite hitch part # 76226 was scratched up. Sometimes they get scratched in shipping since they don't always get packed the best. You did the best thing you can do by spray painting it. If It does come off and starts to rust there are spray paints that are designed to be sprayed over rusty metal like the Rustoleum Rust Reformer you might try.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Jameson C.

9/2/2025

Hey Alken, how did the spray paint hold up on your hitch during the winter? I’m curious because it could help others who live in salty areas too.

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Answer 2

Hello Leah, thanks for reaching out. Yep, it sure will! The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98903 actually fits all models of the 2023 Pacifica. That includes the hybrid and non-hybrid models. What will you be using the hitch for? Are you towing a…

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Answer 5

Sometimes in shipping the hitches can get a few scratches or nicks on the surface. I would go ahead and hit them with some black spray paint, especially if you live up north and get snow and the salt that goes along with it. I attached an FAQ article…

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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