Gen-Y Torsion Ball Mount or Shocker Hitch For 3 Inch Hitch Receiver

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What is better the shocker air or gen y hitch

asked by: John H

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Between the Shocker Hitch and Gen-Y Torsion ball mount, I recommend the Gen-Y. Its rubber torsion arms are going to absorb road shock naturally due to its design, while the Shocker Hitch requires constant maintenance that isn't needed with the Gen-Y.

It will improve the ride of your trailer substantially without the added work of maintaining an air bag, and because it the entire ball mount is designed to absorb shock, there isn't going to be stress/fatigue on it like there is on straight steel ball mounts. For your 3 inch hitch, you can choose from a few different options for drop:

- 6" Drop: Gen-Y Torsion 2-Ball Mount # 325-GH-1824

- 9" Drop: Gen-Y Torsion 2-Ball Mount # 325-GH-1825

- 12" Drop: Gen-Y Torsion 2-Ball Mount # 325-GH-1826

These all have a 21,000 lb capacity with the 2-5/16" hitch ball, and the only other thing I highly recommend is adding a lock to lock it to your receiver, with the strongest being an InfiniteRule lock with 42,000 lbs of shear strength, the InfiniteRule Hitch Lock for 3" Hitches # 34061073-D.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

I do have an option for you, but given the information provided the Gen-Y Torsion Weight Distribution Shank #325-GH-1102 which fits directly in your 2-1/2" hitch is not the best route for you. That is because the Gen-Y Torsion Weight…

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

Yes, the MaxxAir Deluxe Roof Vent #MA00-05100K that you referenced can be installed on a sloped roof (as long as it's still a straight incline/decline and not domed shape roof). This is really the case with any of the roof mounted vents we have…

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Answer 5

The price for the Gen-Y Adjustable Ball Mount with 6 inch drop for the three inch hitch size #325-GH-1723 is available at the link below.

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Answer 6

Yes, we do have a cushioned Gen-Y adjustable ball mount that fits a 3 inch hitch. For that you'd want the Gen-Y Torsion 2-Ball Mount w/ Stacked Receivers #325-GH-1824. This has a 21k capacity, can do a drop of up to 6 inches and fits the 3 inch…

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Answer 7

The Gen-Y Torsion 2-Ball Mount #325-GH-1824 that you referenced does now come with set screws on the sides of the square openings to allow the movement of the ball and retainer to be reduced. I attached a picture of them for you to check out. The…

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Answer 8

The Curt Rebellion XD like part #C45949-2516 and the Gen-Y Torsion 2-Ball Mount #325-GH-1124 are the two most advanced cushioned ball mounts. As far as cushioning goes the Gen-Y is the winner as it has a design that allows for more cushioning…

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Answer 9

So there is a B&W Tow & Stow that fits a 3 inch hitch and has a capacity up to 21,000 lbs, but not with a pintle hook. I checked directly with B&W to verify this for you. The 21k capacity is for the included 2-5/16" hitch ball, and…

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Answer 10

We have both options available for you the Curt 2" Hitch Ball part #C69FR and the Curt 2-5/16" Hitch Ball part #C49FR are both compatible. They offer the 1-1/4" shank required for the Curt Heavy Duty Forged Ball Mount for 3"…

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Answer 11

We have the Draw Tite hitch lock part #63260 that has a 4 inch usable span and a 5/8 inch diameter like what would be needed for a 3 inch trailer hitch. This also stainless steel which means it won't corrode and is very strong.

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