{"product_id":"duskie-anti-rattle-tow-hitch-shim-kit","title":"Duskie Anti Rattle Tow Hitch Shim Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDuskie Anti Rattle Tow Hitch Shim Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTow bar rattles\u003c\/strong\u003e occur due to gaps between the tongue and receiver. This kit includes \u003cstrong\u003e304 stainless steel shims\u003c\/strong\u003e that fill the gap, securing the tongue tightly in the receiver to reduce knocking when driving. The set provides four shims in two thicknesses, allowing eight stacking combinations for a precise fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for \u003cstrong\u003e50x50mm box section tow bar receivers\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as 2 inch square in Australia. Measure your receiver before purchase to ensure compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTow bar tongues are slightly undersized to slide into the receiver easily. This gap causes noise and movement when driving. The shims eliminate this clearance, making the tow bar tongue and receiver move as one unit. This is a mechanical solution, unlike rubber pads, so it does not compress or wear out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEffectiveness depends on the original gap and wear in your receiver. A tight receiver can become near silent, while a worn one will have reduced noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShim thickness options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure the play in your tow hitch, then choose the nearest shim stack thickness that fits:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eImperial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShim Combination\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e.039in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x 1mm shim\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e.059in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x 1.5mm shim\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e.079in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 x 1mm shims\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e.098in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x 1mm + 1 x 1.5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e.118in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 x 1.5mm shims\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e.138in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 x 1mm + 1 x 1.5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e.157in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x 1mm + 2 x 1.5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e.197in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 x 1mm + 2 x 1.5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf unsure, test the tow bar movement by hand and start with the thinnest shim stack that stops the rattling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterial and durability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shims are made from \u003cstrong\u003e304 stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e. Unlike zinc-plated steel, which quickly wears, stainless steel resists scratching and corrosion without a coating. The chromium in the alloy forms a protective oxide layer that self-repairs with exposure to air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor use near saltwater, rinse the hitch and shims after exposure to salt. Regularly remove the shims to dry them and prevent corrosion inside the receiver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLimitations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is not suitable for permanent saltwater immersion. For constant immersion, \u003cstrong\u003e316 stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNear coastal areas, \u003cstrong\u003e304 stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e may develop tea staining, a brown surface discoloration that does not affect strength and can be cleaned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits standard Australian \u003cstrong\u003e50x50mm box section tow bar receivers\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes four \u003cstrong\u003e304 stainless steel shims\u003c\/strong\u003e in two thicknesses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffers eight stacking thickness options from 1mm to 5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEliminates rattling by filling clearance between tow bar tongue and receiver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanical solution that does not compress or wear out like rubber pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrosion-resistant material with self-healing oxide layer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to install and adjust for best fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight kit weighing approximately 100g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e304 stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIncluded shims\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 x 1mm, 2 x 1.5mm (2 x .039in, 2 x .059in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStack thickness options\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1mm to 5mm (0.039 to 0.197 inch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50x50mm box section receiver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e240328\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart with the thinnest shim stack that stops movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not force oversized stacks into the receiver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse shims and receiver after coastal or beach use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove and dry shims regularly to prevent corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Duskie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49113130631390,"sku":"LANCE","price":33.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0093\/4877\/6032\/files\/3f9db12f-1cc0-4b74-b140-fc801baecc21.webp?v=1790409904","url":"https:\/\/www.everythingcaravans.com.au\/products\/duskie-anti-rattle-tow-hitch-shim-kit","provider":"Everything Caravans","version":"1.0","type":"link"}