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Mounting the original hitch

Discussion in 'Early Jeep Restoration and Research' started by speedbuggy, Jul 26, 2005.

  1. speedbuggy

    speedbuggy Looking for a Jeep now

    Can anyone tell me what size bolts to use to mount the original hitch back on speedy? I think there are a couple of sizes, but not sure... TIA
     
    speedbuggy, Jul 26, 2005
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  2. Patrick

    Patrick Super Moderator Staff Member

    3/8" I think.........
     
    Patrick, Jul 26, 2005
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  3. beeser

    beeser Member

    Which ones, the braces that go back to the inside crossmember or the rear cross member?
     
    beeser, Jul 26, 2005
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  4. Mark W.

    Mark W. Banned

    Use the largest bolts that will fit in the holes you have. If 3/8 fits use them if you can squeeze 7/16" bolts thru the holes use those. The bigger the better and be sure to use Grade 8 bolts and nuts along with lock washers if you are planning on using the hitch.
     
    Mark W., Jul 26, 2005
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  5. speedbuggy

    speedbuggy Looking for a Jeep now

    3/8" on the sides, 7/16" on the 4 bolts in the center. That's the biggest that will fit. Thanks for the help!
     
    speedbuggy, Jul 27, 2005
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  6. Steffy

    Steffy New Member

    3/8 and 7/16. Thats what i used.
     
    Steffy, Jul 27, 2005
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  7. w3srl

    w3srl All-around swell dude Staff Member

    For Sale? :?
     
    w3srl, Jul 27, 2005
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  8. timgr

    timgr We stand on the shoulders of giants. 2022 Sponsor

    BTW - not a "hitch" - in Jeep factory lingo it's a "draw bar". FWIW.
     
    timgr, Jul 27, 2005
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  9. speedbuggy

    speedbuggy Looking for a Jeep now

    :oops:
     
    speedbuggy, Jul 28, 2005
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