Locking Pins for Curt Channel Style Ball Mounts

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Is there a locking pin to replace one of the pins and clips on the ball mount?

asked by: Sean R

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Expert Reply:

We have just what you're looking for to lock the hitch ball onto the channel mount of the Curt # C45927. I recommend using the Curt Lock Set for Adjustable Channel-Style Mounts # C23556, which is designed to work with this series of Curt channel style ball mounts.

I've linked a short review video of this lock set for you to have a look at.

expert reply by: Erik B

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Answer 2

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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