Size Wrench Used to Install Brophy Hitch Ball # SC23-C

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Hi, what wrench sizes will i need to install this ball pin?

asked by: J D

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Brophy recommends using two large crescent wrenches to install the # SC23-C. Or at least one crescent wrench on top of the ball and a 1-7/8 inch wrench on the bottom.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

To install the Brophy 2-Inch Hitch Ball #SC23-C on Fulton Ball Mount #F47CR you will use a suitable torque wrench (one like #ALL944001) to apply 250-ft-lbs of torque on the nut. I confirmed this with my contact at Brophy Machine Works.

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Answer 2

Yes, you can absolutely use an aluminum ball mount with a stainless steel hitch ball without worry of the ball mount corroding. In fact, there are no aluminum hitch balls so manufacturers suggest the use of stainless steel as it is going to be the…

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Answer 3

The 2" Hitch Ball part #SC23-C is constructed entirely of stainless steel and has a polished finished. It works with ball mounts that accept a 1" diameter shank and trailer couplers that accept a 2" diameter hitch ball. I have attached…

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A ball with a medium shank, 2-1/8 inches or longer, will work fine with the Solid Aluminum Ball Mount, #DTBM4200. You will just need to make sure that there are at least 2 threads past the nut when it is properly tightened to the ball mount. Here are…

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Answer 5

For a 2010 Honda Pilot, you would use T-One Wiring harness, part #118491. There is no cutting or splicing involved, it just connects to the factory tail light connectors. With exposure to salt-water, I would stick with aluminum or stainless steel for…

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Answer 6

I can absolutely explain how the etrailer Trailer Coupler Lock for your flat lip coupler works, and it is extremely simple. What happens is you will slide the lock over your flat lip coupler, and push the pin up - it won't take any strength at…

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Answer 7

While the etrailer coupler lock part #e98897 and the Curt #C23086 are somewhat similar the etrailer has a different lock setup so it would not be able to be defeated in the same way. With that said I really like the Fastway coupler lock part…

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The etrailer Trailer Coupler Lock - Flat Lip 1-7/8" and 2" Ball Couplers - Aluminum - Yellow #e98897 and the etrailer Trailer Coupler Lock for Flat Lip 1-7/8" and 2" Ball Couplers - Aluminum - Silver #e98893 is the exact same…

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Answer 9

The Atwood AMPlock Underslung Coupler Lock part #AT89006 as the name states is for underslung trailer couplers, which is not what you have. You have an overslung trailer coupler therefore the AMPlock won't work. It also only fits trailers with a…

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Answer 10

There have been stainless steel ball mounts in the past but they were pricey so aluminum is the way to go now. Aluminum offers corrosion resistance, lighter weight, and a lower cost compared to stainless steel so it would make a good option for you.…

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Answer 11

The Curt 2 inch Trailer Ball, part #40038 would be a good choice for you. The ball has a 1 inch diameter shank with a 12,000 lb capacity. It would work just fine with the Andersen Alumistinger Ball Mount you mentioned. Keep in mind that the towing…

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Answer 12

Honestly I don't have a good answer for that but it seems that as long as you won't be in saltwater you'll be fine. Galvanized steel and stainless steel normally won't become problematic together but if there's salt water you will…

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