How To Remove Sheared Bolt On Curt A16 Slider
Updated 09/29/2025 | Published 09/12/2025
Question:
On my Curt A16 slider, the Sholder Bolt sheared off and the roller wheel went rolling out. I believe the one side of the shoulder bold is threaded correct? To install another Shoulder Bolt, I first must remove the sheared off threaded portion thats still inside. Should I drill out the threaded section with an Easy Outinch or just drill it out with a small bit then try to back out the threaded section?
asked by: Ron
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Expert Reply:
Hey Ron, sorry to hear that happened. Broken bolts are always a pain. I would first try and extractor bit to see if you can get the sheared portion out without affecting the threading. If that doesn't work you will have to drill out the bolt. You might be able to use a small bit to drill out the center then pull the rest out. Just be careful not to damage the threading on the hitch because we would not want you to have to re-tap anything.
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Replacement Roller Wheel and Shoulder Bolt for Curt A-, E-, Q-, or R-Series 5th Wheel Hitch - Qty 1
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Jesse M.
9/29/2025
Hey Ron, did you have a chance to try using the extractor bit to remove the sheared bolt? I'm curious to know how it worked out for you, as it could help others facing a similar issue with their hitch.