Replacement U-Bolt for Draw-Tite Weight Distribution System
Question:
I need a replacement U-Bolt for my Draw-Tite WD Hitch The model number on the spring bar may be 112021. The U-bolt part #1436 has a bolt-to-bolt center-to-center distance of 1 inch. However, the U-bolt I need to replace has a 7/8 inch center-to-center distance. Do you have a suitable replacement U-bolt that has this 7/8 inch dimension? Part #1436 may work, as the holes in the spring bar are slightly bigger than the 3/8 diameter of the bolts, but I would prefer a better match. Thanks for getting back to me!!
asked by: Jerry
Expert Reply:
You are correct that the Draw-Tite U-Bolt for Weight Distribution - 3/8" # 1436 has a measurement of 1 inch center to center. We don't have any u-bolts from any manufacturer that fit the larger diameter and 7/8 inch center to center measurement you gave. My recommendation is to measure the holes in you bar center on center and if the Draw-Tite option won't work then to check your local hardware store for a similar option. I've attached the dimension for the standard U-bolt for your reference since these replacements haven't changed. It is likely your bolts and spring bars have changed shape slightly due to use and more likely the u-bolt changed shape than the bars.
