Is Thread Locker Needed When Using Hitch Pin Bolt # F-315

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Has anyone used a threaded lock with this anti-rattle device? I have a Curt 1.25" hitch, and I use a 2" adapter; need threaded lock

asked by: Raymond

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Expert Reply:

You wouldn't want to use a thread locker with the hitch pin lock # F-315. When torqued properly it won't back off and a thread locker would make the bolt much harder to remove when you needed to take it off.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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I went out into our warehouse and measured the threads of the Replacement Threaded Hitch Pin and Clip #P5902 and found them to be 1/2 inch diameter coarse thread. The version of this bolt that is designed for 2 inch hitches is the Swagman Threaded…

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Answer 2

For a Swagman 1-1/4 inch hitch bike rack you would want the part #S64029 and not the #F-315 which would not fit.

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Answer 3

The Replacement Threaded Hitch Bolt #05002400000 you were looking at is 3-5/16" long and is 1/2" x 13 course thread. This bolt is designed for SportRack bike racks and cargo carriers, and is not a confirmed fit for your Swiss Cargo Bike…

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Answer 4

We do not carry the Allen brand of bike racks but we do offer some anti-rattle options that may work for your needs but this is going to depend on how the bike rack pin hole and shank are configured. If the pin hole on your bike rack is not threaded,…

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Answer 5

The Swagman Replacement Threaded Hitch Pin and Clip #P5901 is designed to fit Swagman bikes racks with 2 inch shanks. This hitch pin has an outer diameter of 5/8 inch. If your bike rack has a 1-1/4 inch shank then you will want to use #P5902. This…

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Answer 6

The Thule Snug Tite Hitch Lock and Anti-Rattle Device, #THSTL2, can only be used on Thule brand bike racks. Most bike rack manufacturers will only design the hitch locks to only fit their products. The threads are unique to the manufacturers bike…

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Answer 7

According to Swagman, their #S64029 locking hitch pin uses a 1/2 inch coarse threaded bolt. We don't carry Bell bike racks, so I can't test it for you or guarantee fit.

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Answer 8

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 9

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 10

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 11

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 12

Yes, our Dexter leaf spring part #DX74XR is the same as the part number 072-079-00. This is a 7-leaf spring for an 8,000 lb trailer axle that is 24-7/8 inches.

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