Reese shim question
After reading something here, I realized that I needed a shim for the shank/hitch head (Reese #58207) on our DC WDH. I installed one but here is still some play. I bought a 2nd one just in case bit ...
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DutchmenSport wrote:
Would you be so kind as to explain or show a photo of what a jamb bolt is with respect to a trailer hitch? Searching on the internet, all I getting are door parts, specifically, the recessed handles used on pocket door, or parts for household storm doors. I've never heard that term before (and I've done a lot of home construction and remolding).
Drill a 1/2 inch hole in the top of the receiver, I like to go in front of the pin hole so the bolt will push the hitch downward and give more support. Take a 1 inch long 1/2 inch coarse bolt put some anti seize on the threads and thread a nut all the way down, insert the bolt with nut into the hole and weld the nut to the receiver. After it's cooled back the bolt out until the hitch will go into the receiver, put the pin in and tighten the bolt. For a bike rack or something light the top one is all that's needed but for heavier towing or carrying you can also put one in the side.
