Will Anti-Rattle Device Compromise Shock Absorption of Convert-A-Ball Ball Mount for 2 Inch Hitches

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How to stop rattling without compromising the shock absorber. The OEM receiver on my vehicle is a tad bigger than this ball mount many owners of my vehicle complain about this so it isnt the products fault that the ball mount is noisy in my receiver. I believe you have products that help with this. But would they compromise the intended play in the shock absorbers of this product?

asked by: Kelly Y

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I can definitely see why you might think that, but an anti-rattle device is not going to compromise the shock absorption of the Convert-A-Ball Ball Mount for 2" Hitches # AMSC2. The polyurethane interior of the ball mount will continue to be effective for its intended purpose and reduce vibration, but without an anti-rattle device, the play inside a larger OEM hitch will continue.

So with that in mind I definitely recommend the Roadmaster Quiet Hitch for 2" Trailer Hitches # RM-061 which will secure the Convert-A-Ball in your hitch and reduce play as it is specifically designed for reducing the side-to-side and up-and-down motion of a ball mount in a hitch. Also, please keep in mind the Roadmaster Quiet Hitch will only work if your OEM hitch receiver has a collar,

I have added links to video reviews of these products for you to check out as well.

- Convert-A-Ball Ball Mount for 2" Hitches # AMSC2
- Roadmaster Quiet Hitch for 2" Trailer Hitches # RM-061

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

Yes, you can use either piece of the Convert-A-Ball Dual-Cushioned, Adjustable Ball Mount, #CAB-UM, in the rise of drop position to find the configuration that is best for you. I have included a link to a video review of this ball mount for you.

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Answer 2

The Curt RockerBall Shock Absorbing 2" Hitch Ball #C40047 cannot be used with a shock absorbing ball mount like the Convert-A-Ball Ball Mount #AMSC2. It can also not recommend by Curt to be used with surge brake couplers. I recommend using…

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Answer 3

The Curt Rockerball Shock Absorbing Hitch Ball has anti-Rotation Plate that is not compatible with all hitch mounts. This hitch ball is recommended to be mounted onto standard ball mounts not shock absorbing ones. I recommend the Curt RockerBall…

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Answer 4

From the base of the #C40047 up to the top of the ball measures 4.091 inches. This is about 1-3/8 inches taller than a standard ball.

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Answer 5

Curt offers a solution that would provide additional shock absorption to help isolate the tow vehicle from the shock the trailer experiences on bumpy roads, while still allowing you to use your existing #C45250 ball mount. The Curt #C40047…

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Answer 6

Yes, the RockerBall and channel style ball mount you asked about are absolutely compatible: - Curt RockerBall Shock Absorbing 2" Hitch Ball #C40047 - Curt Channel Style Adjustable Ball Mount #C45901 The reason is, the ball mount accepts a hitch…

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Answer 7

The Curt RockerBall Shock Absorbing 2" Hitch Ball part #C40047 will not work with a weight distribution system because the flange that gets wedged between the platform and base that stops the unit from rotating will not fit over the shank on a…

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Answer 8

There is not a replacement ball mount available for the Convert-A-Ball Adjustable Cushioned Ball Mount, CAB-UM, but there is what I believe is a better solution to your dilemma. The Convert-A-Ball Interchangeable Ball Set, item #906B, would give you…

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Answer 9

The Convert-A-Ball Dual-Cushioned Adjustable Ball Mount #CAB-UM that you referenced can be used in either orientation to create up to a 7 inch rise or a 9-1/2 inch drop. Whether you insert the shank upside down or right side up, the capacities (5,000…

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Answer 10

The minimum rise for adjustable ball mount #CAB-UM is approximately 2-1/2 inches. But unless you tow multiple trailers and need the adjustability of this ball mount I recommend a fixed ball mount with between 2 and 3 inches of rise. Covert-A-Ball has…

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Answer 11

The bushing inside the Convert-A-Ball Ball Mounts like part #AMSC2 is not replaceable. Therefore, if the bushing is worn or damaged the entire ball mount will need to be replaced unfortunately.

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Answer 12

The tongue weight of your Jayco 27 BH with a dry weight of 7,500 lbs would be 750 lbs to 1,125 lbs. This would be with no load in the trailer.The tongue weight is the amount of the trailers weight at the coupler that presses down on the hitch ball.…

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