Lockable hitch pin
07-25-15, 11:02 AM
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Lockable hitch pin
Hello,
I was wondering if anyone had used a lockable hitch pin and could recommend a brand. I was looking at this one Reese Towpower 5/8 in. Sleeved Lock Dog Bone Receiver-7005600 - The Home Depot
I was wondering if anyone had used a lockable hitch pin and could recommend a brand. I was looking at this one Reese Towpower 5/8 in. Sleeved Lock Dog Bone Receiver-7005600 - The Home Depot
07-25-15, 12:04 PM
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It would be fine. Don't forget to oil it, to help weatherproof it.
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09-05-15, 06:40 PM
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So the real reason I want this lockable bolt is to be able to easily remove the hitch from my car once I have returned back home from the ride. I don't like the idea of having the hitch attached to my car all the time. Plus an extra security doesn't hurt.
09-05-15, 06:52 PM
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I bought mine from here many years ago: Hitch Lock Hitch Accessories | etrailer.com
I don't see the exact model, but it looks a lot like the first one on the page.
Never had a problem with it.
I don't see the exact model, but it looks a lot like the first one on the page.
Never had a problem with it.
09-05-15, 08:39 PM
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I use and swear by the Trimax hitch pin https://www.amazon.com/Trimax-T-3BLAC...king+hitch+pin I keep it on my truck year round and have NEVER had a hiccup. BOOM!
09-06-15, 08:48 AM
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Get one with an anti-rattle option to bolt the rack to the receiver. Takes an extra 20 sec (and wrench) to remove, but makes things more secure.
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09-06-15, 09:46 PM
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Whichever one you get, keep it lubed up. I used to sell them at a hitch shop and probably cut off a third of the ones I sold to people just because they did no maintenance.
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