Troubleshooting Hitch Ball Gets Stuck in Trailer Coupler on Travel Trailer

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I have a 30 foot citiation camper and when I start to unhook it from my tow vehicle, it gets stuck on the ball of the hitch, what can I do to correct this.

asked by: Franklin M

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Expert Reply:

If it's stuck every time you try to unhook it's likely the ball is too large for the coupler. Usually the size is stamped somewhere on the coupler and the ball. If you need a smaller hitch ball I've linked our selection of 1-7/8 inch and 2 inch balls. You'll want to choose one that has the same length and diameter of shank just smaller ball diameter.

If it isn't the ball size and it is just continuously binding you can try greasing the coupler with # 58117.

expert reply by: Charles S

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Answer 1

This may sound silly but its worth checking: is the ball you are using too large for what the coupler requires? Or is the coupler damaged at all? You may need to look up inside the coupler to see if there is any corrosion that is binding things up.…

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Answer 2

You should not have to remove the bottom part of the coupler to attach the coupler to the ball so something seems to be amiss. Double check the top of the coupler to make sure it is designed for a 2 inch ball and not a 1-7/8 inch ball. If fine-tuning…

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Answer 3

I see you have tried the usual fixes for a coupler that won't release the hitch ball - moving the vehicle slightly to potentially release excess tension on the ball, lubrication with WD-40 and even a little brute force with the pry bar. You can…

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Answer 4

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 5

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 6

With this truck bed configuration (6-3/4) on your 2024 Silverado 2500, you'll need a slider hitch so that you can make turns properly without the trailer making contact with your truck. I recommend the B&W Patriot #BWRVK3270 due to it's…

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Answer 7

From what I can find of your Jingu 17.5 X 6.75 tire is that it has the same wheel size and bolt pattern as the Americana Modular Wheel w/ -0.5 Offset - 17-1/2" x 6-3/4" Rim - 8 on 6-1/2 #AM22461. It also has the same max load capacity of…

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Answer 8

Curt recommends the use of 250 ft/lbs of torque when tightening the nuts of their hitch balls with a 1 inch diameter shank like the part #C40034 that you referenced. The general rule is for a 3/4" shank tighten to 150 ft/lbs For a 1" shank…

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Answer 9

The Curt Ball and Safety Chain Loop Kit for Chevy, Ford, GM, and Nissan Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch #C60692 does not need to be greased unless the mechanism isn't working properly. A spray penetrating spray grease works well, don't over…

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

If you are looking for a 215/75R14 spare tire for your 2021 Coleman Lantern 17B, the Kenda Karrier ST215/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire with 14" x 5.5" White Wheel #AM32181 will be a great option. This will have a 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern, is…

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