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  • Will The Curt Class V Receiver C15398 Fit On a 2018 Toyota Tundra With a 2" Lift Shackle?
  • With your 2018 Toyota Tundra Platinum having the 2" lift shackles you will need to go with a class III receiver like the Curt # 13198. If you are going to need to tow more weight and require the class V Curt # C15398 receiver you will need to remove the lift shackles and switch to either a spring lift or a lift block spacer between the axle and springs.
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  • Base Plate Adapters for 2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited With Custom Bumper
  • The only option for base plate adapters that will work with a custom bumper for your 2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited will be if that bumper has shackle mounts where the D-rings are attached, and are approved for flat towing. What you will need are shackle mounts that measure either 3/4" thick or 1" thick, and have hole diameters of either 7/8" or 1" for the pins to attach to. If your bumper has those there are options for flat towing: - 3/4" Shackle Mount: Adapter for Jeep D-Ring Bumper...
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  • Are Shackles Supposed To Move Freely and Can They Flip The Wrong Way
  • The shackles on suspension systems like part # TRSL350 are designed to be fairly loose because the equalizer on your trailer suspension needs to be able to move without binding. The best thing to do when tightening down shackle bolts is to use lock nuts, tighten them until they are snug, then back them off 1/4 turn. It is possible that the shackle can flip into the wrong direction however most of the time putting weight on the trailer is enough to correct it or you can jack up the trailer...
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  • Adapter to Mount to Jeep Wrangler Bumper For Flat Towing
  • We don't offer any bumpers for your Jeep so I can't offer any specific parts in that regard, but what I can tell you is that any bumper you find for your Jeep Wrangler will need to have a couple of things. First is that it needs to be rated for flat towing (also called dinghy towing); the other thing it will need are either 3/4 inch thick or 1 inch thick shackle mounts with 7/8 inch or 1 inch diameter mounting holes. You would remove the D-rings from the shackle mounts and install adapters...
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  • Will Tow Strap Loop for 2-1/2 Inch Hitches Fit 2018 Ford F-250
  • Yes, the Curt Tow Strap Loop for 2-1/2" Hitches # C45831 will fit the 2-1/2 inch hitch on your 2018 Ford F-250 with the shackle facing up. From the end of the mount to the center of the hitch pin hole with the D-ring shackle facing up is 6 inches, and is 7 inches if you ever decide to mount it side-to-side. The Tow Strap Loop for 2-1/2" Hitches # C45831 will require a pin and clip such as part # PC3 and you can use a strap such as # EM59800 with it. I have added links to video reviews...
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  • Will Recovery Tow Shackles Fit Replacement Bumper Bracket Kit for Reese Adjustable Tow Bars
  • Replacement Bumper Bracket Kit # 40602 measure 2-1/8 inches between the bracket arms and use a 1/2 inch diameter pin. However, they are not designed to be used for anything other than a Draw-Tite, Reese, or Tow Ready tow bar, # 63180. I have linked a video review of this tow bar for you.
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  • Are There Any D-Ring Adapter Mounts Available For Demco Tow Bars
  • Demco does not currently have any compatible D-Ring adapters for their tow bars so you would need to purchase either a Blue Ox or Roadmaster tow bar and D-Ring adapter. Personally, I recommend going with Roadmaster and getting the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain # RM-522. This tow bar has non-binding latches and a large hookup radius to make connecting and disconnecting on any terrain a breeze. The attachment points on the arms of this tow bar can be removed and replaced with either the...
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  • Will The Firestone Ride-Rite Fit On a 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 With 2 Drop Shackle?
  • The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs # F2613 are designed to fit your 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 SLT at stock ride height. While they do offer Lift Spacers like the 2" # F2366 they do not have any adapters for using with drop shackles. The RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit # RAS3611 will work with the 2" drop shackles as it attaches to the factory springs and is adjustable for your ride preference.
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  • Adapter For D-Ring Bumper Mounts On Jeep Wrangler To Use Roadmaster Sterling Tow Bar
  • You can tow your 2016 Jeep Wrangler with an off-road bumper, and as you mentioned, you will simply need the right adapters. This will work with either the first generation of Roadmaster Sterling tow bar or the Roadmaster Sterling All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar # RM-576. All you will need is the correct adapter, and that will depend on the thickness of the D-ring shackle mounts, which must also have 7/8" or 1" diameter mounting holes. The correct adapter will be one of the following two: -...
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  • Is There a Minimum Shackle Diameter for 10K Erickson Tow Strap w/ Reinforced Loop Ends
  • The Erickson Tow Strap w/ Reinforced Loop Ends # EM59705 is a 4" wide strap and the looped ends are a bit smaller. Since this is also a fabric it is maneuverable as well so there isn't necessarily a minimum recommended size. From what I'm seeing most tow hooks rated for 10,000 lbs have at least a 2" loop which should work just fine for this strap. Attached is a review video for you to check out.
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  • Fit of Roadmaster Adapter for Jeep D-Ring Bumper Mounts
  • There isn't a minimum or a maximum. The # RM-035 Adapter for Jeep D-Ring Bumper Mounts doesn't use the D-rings themselves, they attach to the shackle mounts that the D-rings attach to. You'll also want to find the diameter of the pin hole. The # RM-035 adapter is designed for shackle mounts that are 3/4 inches thick and pin holes that are 7/8 or one inch in diameter. The # RM-035-1 is for 1 inch thick shackle mounts and 7/8 or one inch diameter pin holes. Before using adapters such as...
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  • Recommended Suspension Enhancement for Lowered 2018 GMC Sierra 2500
  • The best suspension enhancement option we offer for a lowered 2018 GMC Sierra 2500 is the TorkLift StableLoad Suspension Upgrade part # TLA7310S. The StableLoads are a direct bolt-on upgrade that can be adjusted and will work well to provide support while towing or hauling. The StableLoads installs under the lower overload leaf springs so there won't be an issue with any lowering components such as drop shackles. There are unfortunately no air bags that will work with the drop shackles...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2023 Ford F-150 Rapter With D-Ring/Shackles Bumper
  • So long as you have verified with the manufacturer of the bumper that it is rated for flat towing, we can get your 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor set up with the parts needed. You'll need to use adapters with this bumper, and the right one is simply going to depend on the thickness of the shackles: - 3/4" Thick: Adapter for D-Ring Bumper Mounts to Roadmaster Motorhome Mounted Tow Bars # RM-035 - 1" Thick: Adapter for D-Ring Bumper Mounts to Roadmaster Motorhome Mounted Tow Bars # RM-035-1 Apart...
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  • Can Air Lift Kit AL89204 Install on 2016 Chevy Silverado 1500 with 2 inch Shackle Lift
  • Since you have a 2 inch lift on your 2016 Chevy Silverado 1500 you would need the spacer kit part # AL52420 with the Air Lift kit part # AL89204 that fits your 2016 Chevy Silverado 1500.
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  • Will Infinite Rule Locking Pin Fit Ambull Heavy Duty Receiver Shackle
  • From what I was able to find on the Ambull Heavy Duty Hitch Receiver Shackle it uses a 7/8" pin to connect the D-Ring. I recommend measuring what you have to make sure this is correct. Without any other information on this product I'm not sure if there are variations that use a different pin, and cannot be sure of the size. You will also need to measure the span since that information is not available. Assuming you find that it is in fact 7/8" in diameter and the span is no more than 3",...
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  • Will Adding the Lippert Road Armor Raise My Trailer to an Unsafe Height
  • We've seen a lot of our neighbors raise their trailer considerably more than 1/2" without adversely affecting handling on their trailers; many of them use spacer blocks or axle flip kits to gain as much as 4 to 4-1/2" of additional clearance. As long as your trailer tows level with your truck, I don't believe that extra 1/2" of height will have the negative effects you might expect. When it comes to adding the Lippert Road Armor # LC696740 to your 2021 Venture Sporttrek 327VIK, these are...
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  • Timbren Suspension Enhancement For A 2007 Chevy 3500 4x4 Dually
  • We do carry Timbren kits for the 2007 Chevy 3500 4x4 dually like the # TUR350. They are 6,000 lb capacity springs and they will help quite a bit to level your ride and reduce sagging. These are designed for trucks with stock suspension and can be made to fit lifted trucks. That said, the Timbren Kits will not work with vehicles that have been lowered. So if you plan to add the 2" shackle and lower the back end, you will limit your ability to add any kind of jounce style spring or other...
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  • Base Plate Adapter Brackets for Ready Brute Elite Tow Bar on 2015 Jeep Wrangler
  • There is one adapter, the Blue Ox Base Plate Adapter Brackets for Ready Brute Elite Tow Bars # BX88297 but requires your 2015 Jeep Wrangler have Blue Ox base plates such as Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1126, which do not mount to D-rings. If you have an off-road bumper you would need the Adapter for Jeep D-Ring Bumper Mounts to Roadmaster Motor Home Mount Tow Bars # RM-035-1 if you had 1" thick shackle mounts or Adapter # RM-035 for 3/4" thick shackle mounts. Please keep in mind that an...
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  • Parts to Flat Tow 2020 Jeep Wrangler with Off-Road Bumper With 1 Inch Shackle Mounts
  • We have all the parts you need in order to flat tow your 2020 Jeep Wrangler with an off-road front bumper with 1 inch shackle mounts. You will simply need the Adapter for Jeep D-Ring Bumper Mounts to Roadmaster Motor Home Mount Tow Bars - 1" Thick # RM-035-1. After that you'll need a compatible tow bar, the Roadmaster Sterling All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar # RM-576 which has long arms for easy maneuverability when towing and also comes with safety cables, so you do not need to get them...
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  • Recommended D-Ring Adapters For A 2019 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
  • Since the shackle mounts are 3/4" thick and have clearance for a 7/8" thick pin the Adapter for Jeep D-Ring Bumper Mounts to Roadmaster Motor Home Mount Tow Bars - 3/4" Thick Item # RM-035 will fit and connect to your Roadmaster Sterling All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 8K Item # RM-576.
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