Can the PortablePET Twistep # HE305 be Permanently Installed on Dual Trailer Hitch Adapter
Question:
Is it possible to use this with dual hitch to permanently mount the Twistep and a ball hitch? I transport dogs regularly/daily, but weekly tow a trailer. I like to leave the ball hitch attached, and using the twistep would also be handy.
asked by: Karen
Expert Reply:
Yes, you can use a multipurpose ball mount, like the Curt # D210, to tow a trailer weekly and keep the PortablePET Twistep Hitch Mounted Step # HE3052 permanently installed.
I am attaching a link to our selection of ball mounts that you can filter through to find one that has the correct rise/drop for your towing application (see attached helpful article). Keep in mind that some adapters will reduce the Tongue Weight (TW) of your trailer hitch by 50%. The ones that do this have a note listed on their product page.
The step does come with a threaded hitch pin, but to keep it a little more secure I recommend using the Advantage Threaded Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock # HE6033 to secure it to your adapter.
If your adapter has a hollow shank then I also recommend that you install the Trailer Hitch Accessories Lock # e98897 to secure your adapter into your hitch receiver.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Multipurpose Ball Mount with 2" Receiver for Bike Racks and Cargo Carriers - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 1 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Rise - 0 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Built-In Dual Hitch
- CURT
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etrailer Trailer Coupler Lock - Flat Lip 1-7/8" and 2" Ball Couplers - Aluminum - Yellow
- Trailer Coupler Locks
- Surround Lock
- Universal Application Lock
- Keyed Alike
- Aluminum
- Fits 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- Fits 2 Inch Ball
- etrailer
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Advantage Threaded Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 1-1/4" Hitches
- Trailer Hitch Lock
- Rack Specific Locks
- Keyed Unique
- Steel
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Threaded Pin
- For Heininger Racks
- 1/2 Inch Span
- Heininger Holdings
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
PortablePET Twistep Hitch Mounted Step for 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - 400 lbs
- Pet Supplies
- Vehicle Steps
- Small Dogs
- Medium Dogs
- Large Dogs
- Black
- Heininger Holdings
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