If the Hitch Side Ball on a Reese Friction Sway Control Kit, Is it Tightened Too Much?

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I keep braking the ball on the hitch side of the friction control sway bar. Am I tightening the control to tight? What is your suggestion?

asked by: Ron

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Expert Reply:

Yes, if you keeping breaking the ball on the hitch side of your Reese Friction Sway Control Kit # 83660 you are definitely tightening it too much.

If you are needing a replacement, it would be the Replacement Ball for Reese Friction Sway-Control System # RP58060.

If the break is occurring while you are backing up, you will need to unhook the system before backing up.

expert reply by: Scott S

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