Torque Specs for 2" Hitch Ball on Curt Ball Mount # C45070

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What is rcomended torque value for 2” ball hitch?

asked by: Tom M

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Helpful Expert Reply:

For a 2 inch hitch ball that will work perfectly with the Curt Ball Mount # C45070 you mentioned I recommend the Tow Ready # 63845. When installing the ball it should be torqued down to 250 foot pounds.

I have attached a couple short video reviews on these products that you can check out as well.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Answer 1

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 2

The Ram Jack #TJSC-24 measures 3/4 inches. A 19 mm wrench or socket can also be used. The recommended manual crank handle for this unit is #TJSC-24-HD this has the proper size socket for use with these jacks. I have linked the above mentioned…

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Answer 3

When you tilt the ball of a weight distribution system rearward on your hitch (toward the trailer) you are changing the physics of the system and therefore also the tension on the rear of the trunnion spring bars. Tilting the head rearward will…

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Answer 4

We actually have exactly what you are looking for; a 2 inch trailer hitch receiver to replace the 1-1/4 inch factory receiver on your 2021 Volkswagen ID.4: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C57JR I have added a cut out of the installation instructions…

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Answer 5

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 6

What you would need is a 1-1/2 inch wrench for the nut, and tighten it to 250 ft-lb of torque for the Curt Class III Ball Mount with 2" Ball #C45036. This can be used in the rise position if you'd like by flipping it, just like you said.…

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Answer 7

According to the installation instructions, the torque specification for the 2-5/16" ball that comes with the Blue Ox 2-Point Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control - 6-Hole Shank - 10K GTW, 1.2K TW item #BLU75FR is 260 ft lbs. The socket you will…

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Answer 8

The amount of torque needed for the hitch ball you have installed on your Blue Ox weight distribution will be based on the hitch ball you have. Some require a great deal of torque like the Curt hitch balls like the #C40034 that require 450 ft lbs…

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Answer 9

Thank you for your purchase of the Demco Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler - eZ-Latch. The diameter is 5/16" and the lock that is designed specifically for Demco couplers with the eZ-Latch is the following: - InfiniteRule Lock for Demco eZ-Latch…

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Answer 10

The lock I recommend for the Demco A-Frame EZ Latch Coupler #DM14793-81 is the etrailer Trailer Coupler Lock #e98887. This lock is going to do a great job of keeping your trailer safe and sound and will work perfectly with the Demco latch.

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Answer 11

You can absolutely trust the manufacturer ratings for the ball mounts we have available, regardless of whether or not they feature a solid or hollow shank. Ball mounts and other towing products are typically tested well beyond their actual listed…

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Answer 12

You can have a 2-5/16 inch hitch ball on either a 1 inch or 1-1/4 inch shank. The nut on a hitch ball with a 1-1/4 inch shank takes a wrench with a 1-7/8 inch socket. A hitch ball with a 1 inch shank will take a wrench with a 1-1/2 inch socket. You…

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Torque Specs for 2" Hitch Ball on Curt Ball Mount # C45070

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