How to Keep Bolts on Roadmaster Quiet Hitch # RM-061 From Backing Off

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I have a hitch quiet that I bought from you for my 2009 Chevy Silverdo that keeps loosening up after every trip.Tried locktite,but it didnt help.Is there a heavier duty U bolt available???

asked by: Daryl B

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To keep the u-bolt nuts of the # RM-061 from loosening, make sure you are using both nuts (the primary and the jamb nut) on both sides of the u-bolt.

When installing the Quiet Hitch, snug down the first nut on each side then run down the second nut. Using two wrenches working against each other, tighten the outer nut while trying to loosen the inner bolt. This will effectively lock the inner and outer bolt together, preventing them from loosening.

The # RM-061 is the only anti-rattle device of its type offered by Roadmaster. I am confident that if you install the item as described above, you should have no further problem. Also keep in mind that this device should not be used when towing. It was not designed to support the tongue weight of the trailer. If it is loosening when you are towing, that could explain why the nuts back out after each trip.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

With the amount of spring bar force at work with your E2 weight distribution it is surprising that you are experiencing any type of movement in your hitch. The spring bars should be placing a substantial amount of tension on the shank against the…

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Answer 2

The difference between the Quiet Hitch anti-rattle devices #RM-062 and #RM-061 is what they are made to fit. First, #RM-061 is designed for 2 inch trailer hitch receivers. And #RM-062 is designed for 2-1/2 inch receivers. There are some 2 inch…

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Answer 3

The Roadmaster Quiet Hitch #RM-061 will work for your 5,000 pound travel trailer. As long as your trailer hitch receiver has a collar around it. The Quiet Hitch doesn't have a weight rating and is used in a variety of applications with much…

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Answer 4

Yes, you can use the Roadmaster Quiet Hitch Towing Anti-Rattle device #RM-061 to secure the shank of your weight distribution system. This bolt-on anti-rattle will eliminate the play between the shank of the weight distribution system and your…

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Answer 5

Yes it will do the job, the Roadmaster Quiet Hitch part #RM-061 is a great option as long as the Dodge has a 2" with a collar for the u-bolt to install around. I have attached a photo of what I mean. We have a lot of great reviews on this…

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Answer 6

This can be frustrating, but I have a solution for you. If your hitch has a lip or collar around the opening, the Roadmaster Quiet Hitch #RM-061 is going to be perfect for you. You can use this clamp when towing a load, carrying a bike rack and…

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Answer 7

There are several anti-rattle devices that would be good to use when towing. The construction of your ball mount will determine the best choice for your application. If your ball mount is hollow, and you have a 2-inch receiver hitch, then I would…

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Answer 8

If you are experiencing chucking when towing a bumper pull trailer you most likely having movement between the hitch and ball mount as that would be the most likely area that would create that type of noise and movement. An anti-rattle device would…

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With the amount of spring bar force at work with your weight distribution it is surprising that you are experiencing any type of movement in your hitch. The spring bars should be placing a substantial amount of tension on the shank against the…

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Answer 10

The best anti-rattle device for a 2 inch hitch for towing is a clamp-on immobilizer from Roadmaster: - Roadmaster Quiet Hitch for 2" Trailer Hitches #RM-061 The Quiet Hitch #RM-061 is a U-bolt that you tighten down between your ball mount…

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Answer 11

Recently Roadmaster told us that we can safely recommend the part #RM-061 with weight distribution systems. If you are going to use the Quiet Hitch with a weight distribution system, the setup will be opposite. Position the U-bolt around the top of…

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Answer 12

I contacted our representative at Roadmaster and he informed me that the item you selected, Roadmaster Quiet Hitch, part #RM-061, is made of mild steel and is Zinc plated. I have linked a video review of the Roadmaster Quiet Hitch, part #RM-061.

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