xtech wrote:
As a retired Toyota master tech (22 years with them) the problem with the hitch bolted to rear cross member only is that with a weight dist hitch it will try and twist that member. Welding it on solves nothing. Hitch needs to be attached to side frame rails. AS non is available if you really want to continue using it to tow with WDH I would as some above have already said find a competent shop that specializes in hitches, welding and fabrication and they can make a hitch that will install to frame side rails, then no more worry. Good luck and happy RVing!
X2.
Voice of reason and experience. Merely welding solves nothing. Trade for something more capable or have competent shop fabricate a full hitch.