Difference Between Chrome Plated Steel Hitch Ball and Raw Steel in Terms of Corrosion Resistance
Question:
Im trying to decide between the curt C40087 or C40036 2inch rise hitch balls. My trailer is 5500 lbs, so the 10K capacity is enough, but Im wondering which ball is more durable in terms of wear - the raw steel or the nickel chrome finish. We tow in Utah in the desert in sandy/dusty conditions. Price aside, which ball will be more durable and wear better? Thank you,
asked by: Albert D
Expert Reply:
A chrome finish ball # C40036 is going to look good but it will not be corrosion resistant. A ball with a machine finish like # C40087 , is going to have about the same corrosion resistance. In terms of performance they will wear at about the same rate under normal use.
The best balls in terms of corrosion are going to be stainless steel
Products Referenced in This Question
2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 2" Rise - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - 10,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Hi-Rise Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2-5/16 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-5/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- CURT
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2-5/16" Hitch Ball w/ 2" Rise - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - Raw - 25K
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Raw Steel
- 2-5/16 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-5/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 25000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- CURT
more information >
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