Why Cant the Curt RockerBall Shock Absorbing Hitch Ball Be Used With a Weight Distribution System

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Can this be used with a weight distribution hitch?

asked by: Steve O

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The Curt RockerBall Shock Absorbing 2" Hitch Ball part # C40047 will not work with a weight distribution system because the flange that gets wedged between the platform and base that stops the unit from rotating will not fit over the shank on a weight distribution system. Therefore, the Curt RockerBall must be used with a standard ball mount like the Curt Ball Mount for 2" Hitches part # C45310.

If you are looking to add a shock absorbing feature to your weight distribution system you'll want to swap out your shank with the Gen-Y Torsion Weight Distribution Shank part # GY54FR.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

From the base of the #C40047 up to the top of the ball measures 4.091 inches. This is about 1-3/8 inches taller than a standard ball.

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Answer 2

The bushing inside the Convert-A-Ball Ball Mounts like part #AMSC2 is not replaceable. Therefore, if the bushing is worn or damaged the entire ball mount will need to be replaced unfortunately.

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Answer 3

The cushion inside of the Convert-A-Ball cushioned ball mount #AMSC4 would have only a slight affect on the surge coupler on your trailer. You may not even notice it. The cushion is very dense and the more pressure that is put on it the firmer it…

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Answer 4

Curt offers a solution that would provide additional shock absorption to help isolate the tow vehicle from the shock the trailer experiences on bumpy roads, while still allowing you to use your existing #C45250 ball mount. The Curt #C40047 RockerBall…

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Answer 5

There is not a replacement ball mount available for the Convert-A-Ball Adjustable Cushioned Ball Mount, CAB-UM, but there is what I believe is a better solution to your dilemma. The Convert-A-Ball Interchangeable Ball Set, item #906B, would give you…

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Answer 6

The Curt Rockerball Shock Absorbing Hitch Ball has anti-Rotation Plate that is not compatible with all hitch mounts. This hitch ball is recommended to be mounted onto standard ball mounts not shock absorbing ones. I recommend the Curt RockerBall…

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Answer 7

Most of the Convert-a-Ball cushioned ball mounts like #AMSC2 have around 5 inches between the hitch pin hole and the closest edge of the platform. From my research a Towtector system requires 1-1/2 inches of space to be installed. So it depends on…

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Answer 8

The Curt RockerBall Shock Absorbing part #C40047 only comes in a 2" ball at this time. You may consider using a ball mount like part #AMSC2HD that has a shock absorbing core with a 2-5/16" ball. The ball hole diameter is 1-1/4". If you…

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Answer 9

I may have an option for you but the Curt RockerBall Shock Absorbing 2" Hitch Ball part #C40047 is a 2" ball with a 1" diameter shank so this will not work for your ball mount with a 5/8" hole. If you would like to switch out your…

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Answer 10

Yes, the RockerBall and channel style ball mount you asked about are absolutely compatible: - Curt RockerBall Shock Absorbing 2" Hitch Ball #C40047 - Curt Channel Style Adjustable Ball Mount #C45901 The reason is, the ball mount accepts a hitch…

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Answer 11

The tongue weight of your Jayco 27 BH with a dry weight of 7,500 lbs would be 750 lbs to 1,125 lbs. This would be with no load in the trailer.The tongue weight is the amount of the trailers weight at the coupler that presses down on the hitch ball.…

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Answer 12

If the trailer has an A-frame tongue on it, you should be in good shape unless you need to make a very tight 90 degree turn. We offer several different ball mounts in extended lengths. The longest ball mounts typically have a lower weight capacity.…

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