CURT updating 16413 rail install instructions to add center bolt

[Ziarig]

The instructions and bolt count for installing Curt rails (16413)/Curt frame brackets (16204) for my 2012 Chevy Silverado 350 did not include a center bolt for each rail, only bolts for the end of the rails. I noticed, however, that the on-line universal rail mounting kit instructions included a bolt for the center of each rail. I sent Curt mfg an email and received the following response. FYI to all of you that are missing the center bolt. I would not think the center bolt adds or subtracts from the integrity of the Hitch, since it is only bolted to the pickup bed.

Per Curt Technical Support:

Earle, we are updating all of our instructions to have the center bolt installed on all units.

Thank You,

Brad Howell
Technical Support Representative

800-798-0813 Direct
608-237-2268 Fax
www.curtmfg.com

 

[danemayer]

Ziarig,

A belated welcome to the Heartland Owners Forum. I see from your other post that you've already gotten some good advice from the great people who are part of our Heartland Family. Thanks for sharing what you've found out about the rails.