What is the Torque Requirement for Curt 2 Inch Hitch Ball A-90/40090

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My question is what is the torque for this ball. The instructions in English says to torque it down to 450 ft pounds and in Spanish and French 160 ft pounds. ?

asked by: Jose E

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I would not think in Spain or France that they would use foot pounds since it isn't a metric measurement. But regardless I checked with Curt and the 450 foot pounds is what you would need.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 12

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