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llebcire

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    Iowa (IA)

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  1. Finally getting back to the hitch - big shout out to KODA4 from the other Lexus Club as it looks like I need a different bracket. There's a post there showing an alternate piece from Toyota/Lexus. Part #08925-35870 center support. Looks like I need to track this part down! -Eric Here's some pics from today when I used the frame bolts without the mounting for the pintle:
  2. Hitch came from her parents 2006 GX470 before they traded it. Believe it was a factory installed option on that vehicle so the hitch is OEM. -Eric
  3. Install failed - I couldn't get the bolts on both frame rails to align. When one was aligned the other was off by 1/2" - 3/4". So - either my vehicle's frame is tweaked or something happened to the vehicle this hitch came from (was her parent's but purchased pre-owned). I didn't see any evidence the entire time I've been under my vehicle that the frame has been massaged back into place. I was able to get the bolt installed and will leave in place (with nut & lock washer) until I find another hitch. -Eric
  4. That's so weird - I had this revelation yesterday and was on my way to get the bolt when your post came through. I'm planning on the fishing line, leaving the old bolt in and cutting the new one to length after secured. I will also rust proof everything so it won't stand out. Hoping to access through existing opening on outside of frame rail where body is mounted to frame. Thanks! -Eric Grade 8 1/2"
  5. Thanks! I was considering this approach as there is an access point on the other side of the frame (toward the top - not close to where the bolt needs to go) where I could insert a new nut - the original is now somewhere inside the frame with the remainder of the original bolt still in it. Think it'll be a pain to get done but as you mentioned this will be the only time I need to fight with it. -Eric
  6. So this insert didn't work - just spun in the hole and as I found by messing with one it takes a tremendous amount of force to get this thing to crush. Looks like I have a couple of options: J-bolt - can't find anything in the way of specs Having a body shop weld a stud into the frame Create an "access hole" above the opening so I can get a nut into the frame - thinking 3/4" x 1.25" - don't know if it would affect the structural stability of the frame but I can't imagine it would. -Eric Let me know if pics don't work - using Picasa as Photobucket seems to be having issues.
  7. xxstewart : While I still think the insert would have worked in this applications, your hypothesis regarding the insert spinning in the frame was correct Thanks for the idea on the snow plow insert and I will try an locate one - good news is that I'm in Iowa so things related to snow shouldn't be too hard to find! -Eric
  8. Thanks for your response! While I agree that this will not have the strength of the original fastener, I disagree that it would be equally effective as not using at all. The strength difference between a grade 5 and grade 8 is approximately 30%, and while substantial in a one to one comparison, this is one of 8 12mm mounting points (plus 4 additional bolts) and when considering the load this one bolt will be subjected to that 30% difference would be further diminished. Additionally, this hitch configuration is similar to other hitches that I've installed on full size trucks where the tow rating is 9,000 lbs+ (assuming the GX is limited by the chassis/braking not hitch) thereby further reducing the 30% difference. As far as difficulty in tightening the bolt without spinning, this will be directly related to the opening I create. If the opening is too larger it will spin and won't work. The suppliers that I worked with were aware of my specific application (tow hitch rated @ 6,500 lbs) and indicated this insert would satisfy those requirements. -Eric
  9. Couldn't find anything locally - had to get online and it wasn't easy as these are designed for high volume production line applications. -Eric
  10. Here's what I ended up getting in a 12mm configuration: http://avkfasteners....php#pn_standard -Eric
  11. Thanks for the advice! Someone on CL forums suggested removing the bolt and using a blind threaded insert - looks like they're available (hopefully locally) for high capacity needs such as this. -Eric Exhaust hanger did a great job giving me a hand.
  12. Installing factory hitch and was removing the 17mm bolts by hand. One pictured (passenger side) snapped the nut loose that's welded into the frame (best guess) as it now just spins. Looking for options/opinions: The frame appears to be boxed on all sides so there isn't access spot - it feels like the back is closed off as well but I'd like to hear from someone who knows before I pull the bumper to look. Is there an access hole that I'm missing so that I could wedge something between the frame and the nut so that I can remove it? Do I need to have a body shop create an access hole, re-weld the nut, then close the access? 12 bolts in a 6500 lb hitch seems to be a bit of overkill - looks like the 6500 lb limitation is from the vehicle/brakes/etc. and not the hitch. Thoughts on running without this one bolt? Thanks! -Eric
  13. Thanks for the diagram as I needed it too - exact same issue as EchoGold - storage compartment only opens about 80% and there's something stuck in the mechanism as it used to open fully. How about a center console dis-assembly diagram? -Eric
  14. Hello! Curious as to whether anyone has noticed in the owner's manual a maintenance interval based on driving habits? I purchased my 2004 GX470 pre-owned, and while I have the owner's manual I don't have the maintenance section. On Lexus.com I was able to determine the suggested interval @ 5,000 miles, but typically Japanese vehicles have an interval (schedule) based on normal stop and go driving and a second interval based on highway driving that's typically 50-100% more for the oil change. Thanks! -Eric
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