Installing hitch without nut strip
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Installing hitch without nut strip
So I've got this entire week off for prom and I want to get my hitch on.
Do I have to buy the nut strips like the ones from jcr? Because if I do, the hitch isn't gonna make it on this week
Do I have to buy the nut strips like the ones from jcr? Because if I do, the hitch isn't gonna make it on this week
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I'd say you don't need the nut strip 100%. But you'll need nuts, washers, and a whole lot of patience to get it all lined up. Then a method to stop the nut spinning, maybe a long thin strip of steel to act as a spanner. Removing the bumper will help.
I've pulled metal down the frame rails to act as nut strips, worked out good.
Rob
I've pulled metal down the frame rails to act as nut strips, worked out good.
Rob
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Originally Posted by 96_xj
yes you will need it. You can make your own, they are pretty plentiful at the JY as well
I'm assuming you have to remove the bumper to get them.
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remove bumper and theres gonna be a rivet your gonna have to deal with then they slide out the slot in the rear frame,and get the exhaust bracket
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Originally Posted by freegdr
remove bumper and theres gonna be a rivet your gonna have to deal with then they slide out the slot in the rear frame,and get the exhaust bracket
And what's the deal with the exhaust bracket?
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small chisel with sharp tip and hammer it holds the strips in place to help get the bolts in when you install the hitch its not reall necesary most likely there for help on assembly line at factory
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Originally Posted by freegdr
small chisel with sharp tip and hammer it holds the strips in place to help get the bolts in when you install the hitch its not reall necesary most likely there for help on assembly line at factory
I'm assuming I should replace the hardware?
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