Recommended Tightening Torque for Hitch Mounting Bolts

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What is the recommended tightening torque for hitch mounting bolts?

asked by: George

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The Tow Ready 2 Inch Hitch Ball, part # 63845, you have referenced needs to be torqued to 250 foot pounds. It is recommended to frequently check that the ball is tightened to these specifications.

If you are meaning the mounting bolts that are used to attach a hitch to a vehicle, it would depend on the hitch part number and the year make and model of vehicle the hitch is going on. If you can give me that information I can help you determine the torque specifications for your specific application.

I am including a video link to a hitch ball being installed and a link to a FAQ page on installations tips for a hitch on a car.

expert reply by: Jeff D

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Answer 1

When installing the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #13322 on your 2005 Chevy Silverado 1500, you will need to torque the rear M14 bolt to 126 lb-ft and all the 1/2 inch fasteners to 110 lb-ft. I have attached an installation video that you can use for…

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Answer 2

We have both a trailer hitch receiver as well as the wiring you need for your 2024 Hyundai Palisade. I verified both fits directly with the manufacturer for you, and the correct parts are the following: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13427 -…

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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…

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Answer 4

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 5

Weight distribution works to distribute the tongue weight of a trailer up to the front axle of the tow vehicle so that it will sit more level and handle/brake better. That being said the systems do not "reduce" tongue weight or allow you to…

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Answer 6

If you need to switch out the shank that comes with the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System part #EQ37140ET then go with the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System part #EQ37141ET and then just order the shank you need like the Equal-i-zer Weight…

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Answer 7

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 8

Firstly congratulations on the purchase of your new 2022 Ram 1500! When it comes to installing the perfect trailer hitch for your vehicle I recommend The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e28ZR. I like this hitch over the Curt hitch because it has an…

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Answer 9

I am assuming that the lug nut/stud size for your trailer wheels are 1/2 inch. That would mean you would need to torque the lug nuts to 75 to 85 foot pounds. There might even be a spec listed in the manual for your 2014 KZ Sportsman Classic. If they…

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Answer 10

When installing a trailer hitch like #e98906 it is necessary to use a torque wrench to get the bolts to the right tightness. If not, and you just try to tighten them as hard as you can, you can damage the vehicle frame. Too loose and the hitch could…

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Answer 11

It sounds like you're looking for the torque specs for the lug nuts on a 6,000 pound axle. For a hub with 1/2 inch studs, 90 to 95 foot-pounds is standard.

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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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