What is Best Way to Deal with Rusty Weld Nuts When Trying to Install Trailer Hitch
Question:
The treads where the bolt goes in is rusted. What is the best thing to do?
asked by: David C
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Expert Reply:
The best and fastest way to clean out rusty weld nuts where a hitch installs on a vehicle frame is with a thread tap. Assuming you are trying to install the Draw Tite hitch part # 76031 that you referenced that would mean you'd need a thread tap in the size of M12x1.25.
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Jameson C
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class IV
- 900 lbs TW
- 6000 lbs GTW
- 6000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 900 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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