How to Prepare a 2 Trailer Hitch Receiver for Winter Weather

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During the winter, I don’t need to tow. As a result, I remove my receiver until the snow goes away. In my area, the state salts the roads heavily. If I want to keep the receiver rust free, should I plug the hitch pin holes? If so, do you sell plugs?

asked by: Brad

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Expert Reply:

In order to prevent rust from accumulating inside the trailer hitch receiver while not in use I recommend using a hitch cover likespart # C22272 to cover the receiver tube opening and a standard hitch pin like the Curt Pin and Clip part # C21510 to cover the hitch pin hole.

expert reply by: Conner L

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