Tips for Cleaning Off Oxidation on an Aluminum Ball Mount

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I have an aluminum adjustable hitch from you. What is the best way to clean it up? It has some oxidizing and has lost its shine. Thank you

asked by: David B

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Expert Reply:

0000 steel wool and some aluminum wheel polish would be your best option for scrubbing it off. The acid in vinegar can also help to break down aluminum oxidation as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The best custom rail kit with the highest capacity for your 2022 Ford F-150 is going to be the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Ford - Gloss Finish item #C93WR. These custom brackets mount beneath your truck bed to provide attachment…

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Answer 2

It sounds like you really did your homework and know exactly what you are looking for in terms of an adjustable ball mount. Based on everything you said the part #DTSTBM6600 would be a great choice for you as it has the ball sizes you need plus has…

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Answer 3

The reverse light pin on a traditional 7-way trailer connector, like part #PK11893 or a factory connector if that's what you have on your 2018 Ram, is the center pin. Take a look at the picture I attached that shows all the pin functions. To add…

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Answer 4

There are two different ways that 7-ways get wired based on the color of the wires. (The function is the same). One of the differences is the reverse light circuit color which can be yellow or purple. Since you have yellow instead of purple it would…

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Answer 5

I'd be happy to assist with that. In addition to the #HA81725 Hayes Synchroinizer brake controller, you'll need a universal wiring harness, part #HA81789-HBC and our Brake Controller Installation Kit, part #ETBC7. The kit includes everything…

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Answer 6

The Curt Trailer Connector #C57672 should be grounded to any paint and debris free surface, preferably the vehicle frame; since the hitch is painted, it's not going to provide the best ground source for your 7 way connection. You can extend the…

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Answer 7

Wishbone 4-pole harnesses like #A35W42B, #A20WB, #W002230 and #A10-4225VP usually do have a short ground wire because most trailer frames are steel and they conduct well enough that a ground wire attached near the tongue will provide sufficient…

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Answer 8

The Primus IQ #TK90160 doesn't have instructions that come with a wiring diagram, but we have a picture/diagram on our site that shows which wires are connected to which functions on your vehicle. I attached the diagram for you to view, the wires…

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Answer 9

The Curt Reducer Sleeve part #C45405 uses a 5/8" diameter hitch pin like part #PC3 or part #e98881. A 2" trailer hitch receiver has the same hitch pin hole diameter as a 2-1/2" hitch. The only difference is that the usable pin length…

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Answer 10

The best option for larger trucks is without a doubt an adjustable ball mount that way you aren't stuck with a fixed ball mount that only works on certain trailers. The best option for this if you have the larger 2-1/2" receiver tube is the…

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Answer 11

It looks like the pin part of the DO45 (which takes the place of a standard hitch ball) has a shank with a 1-1/4" diameter so I recommend using the Curt Heavy Duty Forged Ball Mount #C45340 with a Gen-Y hitch as this ball mount has up to a 17K…

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Answer 12

I have a solution for you. However, the pin is not available by itself. You can get a replacement 2-5/16 inch ball the includes the pin. The part you need is #600B. This ball is nickel-plated for corrosion resistance.

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