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BobbyD
Dodge Dakota
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9/18/2002
23:48:38
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 Subject: What's the round tube behind rear bumber
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OK, I know this is probably a stupid question but what is the round tube behind the rear bumper? Is it a rear stabilizer bar? Or is it something with a tow package?
I ask because I think I've seen some smaller tow hitches that hook to the bottom of the bumper and also hook to that tube? Is that right or am I just stupid?
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handi2
GenIII
9/19/2002
00:00:38
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If you have a Quad Cab it has something to do with the flexing of the truck bed.
Someone else will reply with the "rest of the story".
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Dak95
Dodge Dakota
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9/19/2002
13:24:13
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No idea what the tube is/would be unless it is bolted to the frame and has a 2 inch square hole in the middle of it, then it would be a reciever hitch. ;-)
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GX
Dodge Dakota
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9/19/2002
14:23:11
| RE: What's the round tube behind rear bumber
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4.7l 4x4 QC I asked the dealer about the round bar thing, they didn't know either. Its suspended on springs from each end; must be for something.
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macman37
Dodge Dakota
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9/19/2002
14:57:02
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Does it have to do with the airbag deployment sensors? Just a thought. I don't know for sure, but it doesn't look structural.
jim
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Troy
Dodge Dakota
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9/19/2002
15:12:11
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It is a vibration dampener. As far as I know it's only on QC's.
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Texas Todd
Dodge Dakota
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9/19/2002
16:23:41
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I like Troy's reply.
I've got a QC, I think it WORKS. the ride like a caddy!
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Tony Cricco
Dodge Dakota
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9/19/2002
17:44:31
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It definately is a vibration dampener. They are used on many vehicles only they are not as apparent as on the Quad. Old Camaro's used to have them behind the tail lights.
TonyC
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BobbyD
Dodge Dakota
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9/19/2002
22:48:20
| RE: What's the round tube behind rear bumber
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OK - I don't feel near as stupid now. Yes I have a quadcab. I noticed this past weekend while tailgating at a football game the guy beside me had a Tahoe and it had one too. Part of his receiver was hooked to it - I think. I didn't lay down on my back to look at it. I'll look closer at the next game.
Dak95 - thanks for your concern. I was wondering what the aquare hole was for :)
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