Torque Rating for the Curt the 2" Hitch Ball # 40038

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Since I dont have the tools necessary to install this 2 inch hitch ball to the ball mount, I plan on asking my mechanic to do it for me. Do you know the torque rating that I should give him so he can install in properly?

asked by: Phil C

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According to Curt the 2" Hitch Ball # 40038 that you referenced should be torqued to 250 ft/lbs.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

The Brophy #BM20 ball mount will not reduce your vehicle's towing capacity like an adapter or extender will. The ball mount's max towing capacity is 10,000 pounds and its max tongue weight is 1,000 pounds. You should check the…

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Answer 2

The diameter of the threaded portion of the Curt #40038 2 inch trailer ball is 1 inch, and the length of the shank is 2-1/4 inches. The thread pitch is 14 threads per inch. The trailer ball includes the lock washer and the nut.

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Answer 3

Curt hitch ball #40038 has a 1 inch diameter shank. For Curt balls with 3/4 or 1 inch diameter shanks you would use wrench #C20001. The nut on that ball should use the 1-1/2 inch end of the wrench. You could also use a large crescent wrench if you…

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Answer 4

Hi Bill, The Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control #FA92-00-0450 has a tongue weight range of 200lbs - 450lbs so you'd be right around the middle of the capacity when loaded, making this a great choice. This doesn't come with…

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Answer 5

For your 2024 Toyota Sienna Platinum you will need a 7-way connection along with the brake controller itself. I recommend the following: -Curt Powered Tail Light Converter #C59236 -Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller #ETBC7…

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Answer 6

Hey Steven, You can definitely swap out the Lippert Quick Drop Tongue Jack #LC733926 on your trailer for the Trailer Valet JXS Trailer Jack w/ Footplate #TV64FR. You'll just want to measure the frame and make sure it falls under the maximum…

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Answer 7

We don't have a combo of the Curt Hitch Ball #C40008 and Curt Ball Mount #C45340. The ball mount is extremely heavy-duty, rated up to 17,000 pounds. I think it's safe to assume you don't have a torque wrench rated up to 450 foot pounds…

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Answer 8

Absolutely. Whenever the trailer weighs in at least half of the weight of the tow vehicle a weight distribution system is recommended. For your application I recommend checking out the Blue Ox TrackPro Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control #BLU36FR.…

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Answer 9

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 10

If your plan was to install a brake controller you'd have to also run the black wire of the 7-Way Adapter part #30717 to the to the positive post of your vehicle battery as well as the ground you mentioned. The Curt Echo part #C51180 that you…

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Answer 11

The SureShade Power Bimini Top #SS99TR is not going to fit your Seadoo Switch as it requires a rail width of 92-102" wide on center. Your Seadoo Switch has an exteror width of 93.5" putting the rail centers to narrow to fit.

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Answer 12

I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #DT22MR for your 2023 Hyundai Tucson. I like the Draw-Tite hitch because it has a hidden cross tube so after installation only the 2 inch receiver head will be showing and it will give your…

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