etrailer.com Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock - Flush Design for 2" Trailer Hitches

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• How To Prevent Trailer Hitch Pin Lock From Seizing
  I am sorry to hear about the issues you are having with the Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock part # e98880. The main way you are going to be able to preserve it is to make sure you keep the dust cover, Replacement Dust Cover for Deadbolt Hitch Lock part # e98923 over the keyhole. In addition to keeping the key hole covered I would A) spray some grease part # L11363 down in the keyhole every couple of months and B) insert the key and turn the lock core back and forth every couple of months as...
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• Does Hitch Pin Lock Have a Normal Use
  There is not necessarily a specific lifespan that can be counted on with hitch lock like your Blue Ox Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" Hitches # BX8858. If it gets used heavily and a lot of stress on it then a lock can wear down quicker than those that are used somewhat sparingly, but less than a year old is not a lot of time for the issues you are having. There are hitch locks for a 2" hitch that have warranties, such as the Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock # e98880 and Bulldog Lifelong...
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• What Is The Weight Capacity Of Trailer Hitch Pin
  Hitch Pins like the etrailer.com Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock, part # e98880, do not have a weight capacity listed. These are made of 5/8 inch diameter steel and other components you are towing with would break before one of these hitch pins would. This hitch pin has an overall length of 6 inches and is designed to fit 2 inch receivers. This hitch pin has a covered key slot to help prevent corrosion. I have attached a link to a product review video for this hitch pin you can check out.
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• 5/8 Inch Diameter Hitch Pin Lock that Can be Keyed Alike
  The # e98880 can be keyed alike if you select that option from the drop down menu that is right by the add to cart button. You would just need to select keyed alike and then select the quantity of locks that you want.
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• Availability of 6 Trailer Hitch Locks That Are Keyed Alike
  There absolutely are trailer hitch locks available you can get keyed alike. If you have a 2 inch receiver you need # e98880 and for a 2-1/2 inch receiver you need # e98881. You'll only need to choose "Keyed Alike" from the drop-down box on the product page. Both of these locks have gotten tremendous reviews from our customers that have used them; I've added links to video reviews of each lock for you to take a look at.
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• Best Hitch Lock Recommendation for Towing a Trailer
  The most popular option we have that has the highest ratings is the Deadbolt hitch part # e98880. It'll span the 2-1/2 inch outside measurement you need. It's double-chrome plated to resist rust and it's also made by Deadbolt right here in the USA so you know it's good quality. I attached a review video for you to check out that shows it working in a 2 inch hitch like what you have.
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• Locking Trailer Hitch Pin for Wider Toyota Tacoma OEM 2 Inch Trailer Hitch
  Toyota and some Ford and Chevy OEM trailer hitches have that extra piece on the outside of the hitch and they require a different, longer locking hitch pin. Since we found out about this a few years ago we have added the note on the # e98880 product page mentioning the issue. But not to worry because there are other locks that will fit. You can use hitch lock # e98881 which has an inner span of 3-5/8 inches and will be long enough for your Toyota hitch. I have included a link to a video...
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• Hitch Pin Weight Capacity and Sheer Strength
  We aren't manufacturers of those parts, and we don't have the testing ability in house, so I reached out to a couple of our manufacturers to see what information they could provide to try and help. I reached out to my contact at Curt regarding the pin and clip # C21500 and he said they haven't ever needed to test the sheer strength of a pin because the hitches and ball mounts will fail before the pin does every single time. They are rated for 6 figures easily. He gave an example of...
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• Recommended Hitch Pin Lock for Ball Mount on Chevy Tahoe
  Thanks so much for coming back! If you have a 2 inch hitch receiver on your Chevy Tahoe I highly recommend using the etrailer.com Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock # e98880 to secure the ball mount to your vehicle. This will replace the standard pin and clip and provide you with a chrome locking pin to help deter theft. It features a covered key slot and double-chrome plated construction to resist rust and corrosion over time. Two keys are included and it is made right here in the USA. I...
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• Hitch Lock Recommendation for a 2015 Honda Pilot
  Yes, the Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock # e98880 that you referenced will fit the 2 inch Class III hitch you have on your 2015 Honda Pilot. Check out the review video I attached for this product as well.
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• Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for a 2016 Ram 2500
  Our etrailer.com brand of hitch locks, such as # e98880 for 2 inch hitches, have proven to be reliable and are highly rated by our customers. They have several options for different size hitches and other applications. I have included a link to the options for you.
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• Can Trailer Hitch Lock # e98880 Work Instead of a Pin
  The Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock # e98880 that you referenced is rated for a Class III and Class IV, however, my technical contact at the manufacturer does not recommend using this lock in any other application than the intended purpose which is in a trailer receiver. I also spoke to my technical contact at Tow Ready and he informed me that Tow Ready Hitch Lock # 5201 would work.
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• How to Unlock the Dead Bold Hitch Lock # 7683
  Sorry to hear about your husband. To unlock and remove the end of the hitch Lock part # e98880 you will need to insert the key into the lock core and then start turning the key counter clockwise to un-screw the end section of the lock from the rest of it. To see exactly how this is done check out the video I attached. Fast forward to the 1:20 section to see how it comes apart.
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• Lock for Hitch Pin on Prorack Trailer Hitch Mount Bike Rack and Bulls Hitch Cover Recommendation
  The Prorack bike rack uses a specific threaded hitch pin. To add a lock to it you would need to either use Yakima HitchLock, # Y07235 or hitch lock and cable lock combo # Y07238. Either item will fit the Prorack threaded hitch pin. The benefit of the cable lock is that it can also be used to lock the bikes to the rack by weaving the cable around the bikes and locking the cable to the safety chain loops on the hitch. We have some pretty sweet hitch covers to show your a fan of Da-Bulls....
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• Lock and Anti-Rattle Device That Can be Used with Solid Shank
  While you can both lock your accessory or ball mount as well as use an anti-rattle device, there isn't an option for a single device that will do both. For a solid shank what I recommend is using a simple hitch receiver lock, the etrailer.com Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock # e98880 with the Gen-Y Anti-Rattle Clamp # 325-GH-033, both of which are for 2" trailer hitches. These are also available if you have a 1-1/4" hitch (Lock # e98879, Clamp # 325-GH-013) or 2-1/2" hitch (Lock # e98881,...
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• Do You Have Multiple 2 Inch and 2-1/2 Inch Hitch Pin Locks That Can Be Keyed Alike
  If you are referring to a trailer hitch pin lock then I recommend using the Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock part # e98880 for 2" and part # e98881 for 2-1/2". The part # e98881 can also be used for a 2" as well as they both use the same 5/8" diameter hole. If you ordered all 8 locks at the same time then they would all come with the same key. You would just need to make sure that you select the "keyed alike" option from the dropdown menu before purchase. Each lock comes with 2 keys and...
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• Removing Corroded Hitch Lock
  If liquid wrench or a WD-40 or PB Blaster type product did not work, you will have to cut off the lock. I have taken them off with little difficulty using a Dremel Tool or an angle grinder with a cut-off wheel. Make sure to wear eye protection. Some will recommend trying a torch to heat the lock, but that will just mess up the tumblers and you will have to cut it off eventually.
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• Locking Hitch Pin Recommendations for a 2011 Ford F250
  We have a couple extra long hitch pins that you might be able to use. You will want to measure the hitch pin you have now that is 1/2 inch to short and pick one that is the right length. Check out the Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock Extra Long # e98881, this hitch pin has an inner diameter of 3-5/8 inches.
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• Need Locking Hitch Pin for Use on 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup
  Your 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup could be equipped with either a 2-inch or a 2-1/2-inch trailer hitch receiver. Most locking hitch pins like the # e98880 that you referenced are designed for one size or the other (2-inches in this case) so you'll need to measure the receiver opening on your hitch. The linked article will detail this further. If you do have a 2-inch hitch then the # e98880 is a good choice. But if you have a 2-1/2-inch Class V hitch on your Ram then you'll instead need...
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• Keyed Alike Hitch Locks for a 2 inch and 2-1/2 Inch Trailer Hitch Receiver
  We have exactly what you need. For your 2 inch trailer hitch receiver, I recommend the Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock # e98880. This has an inside width of 2-5/8 inches and is double-chrome plated for maximum rust resistance. For your 2-1/2 inch trailer hitch, I recommend the Extra Long # e98881, which has an inside width of 3-5/8 inches. Both of these hitch locks have the option of being keyed alike on the product page. Under the product title on the right side, there will be a...
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• Does the etrailer.com Hitch Lock Fit the Thule Vertex 5 Bike Rack
  The Thule Vertex 5 Bike Rack has a threaded hitch pin hole, so the etrailer.com Hitch Lock, # e98880, will not work with this bike rack. Instead, you will want to use the Thule Snug Tite Hitch Lock and Anti-Rattle Device, # THSTL2. Thule specifically threads the hitch pin holes in their bike racks to fit their hitch pins. The Snug Tite lock will provide both the lock that you are looking for and and anti-rattle feature to keep the bike rack from moving in the trailer hitch receiver....
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• Will the etrailer.com Lock for 2 Inch Hitches # 7683 Fit on a 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe
  Yes, the etrailer.com Lock for 2 Inch Hitches, item # e98880, will fit the OEM 2 inch receiver on the 2005 Chevy Tahoe. This lock will fit any hitch with a receiver tube no wider than 2-5/8 inches. The note on our product page applies to 2 inch hitches with bracing welded to the outside of the receiver like the Toyota Tundra. If your receiver is wider than 2-5/8 inches you will need the Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock, item # e98881, for your Tahoe. I measured and added dimensions to...
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• Recommended Hitch Lock for Factory Hitch on 2012 Toyota Tacoma
  For your 2012 Toyota Tacoma, we have seen that the Hitch Receiver Lock # e98880 you referenced is not wide enough for the factory-installed hitch receiver with its overall width of more than 2-5/8 inches. I recommend the Extra Long Hitch Receiver Lock # e98881 with an inside width of 3-5/8 inches. The # RH5-XL fits all 2 inch and 2-1/2 inch trailer hitches (Class III-V). I have included a link to a video review of this product. This product has a covered key slot that prevents corrosion...
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• Does Dead Bolt Trailer Hitch Lock Part # 7683 Fit a Class ll 2-Inch Trailer Hitch Receiver
  Trailer Hitch Lock Part # e98880 uses a 5/8-inch pin to lock your ball mount or hitch-mounted accessory to your trailer hitch. This is intended for 2 inch Class III and Class IV receivers. Typically class II receivers have a 1-1/4-inch opening and use a 1/2-inch diameter hitch pin. Once you confirm your receiver size (please refer to the included article) you can select either a 1/2-inch diameter hitch lock, such as part # e98879 or # 5200 for a 1-1/4-inch receiver, or if a 2-inch...
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• Recommended Hitch Lock Pin for the State of Texas Flag Hitch Cover
  For the State of Texas Flag 2 Inch Trailer Hitch Receiver Cover, # HTCC11805, I recommend the Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock, # e98880. This hitch lock will fit a 2x2 inch trailer hitch and has a pin diameter of 5/8 of an inch. The pin is doubled chrome plated for maximum rust resistance. The lock is pick-proof and will include a cover to prevent corrosion of the lock.
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• Does the Trailer Hitch Lock # e98880 Have Rubber Grips on Each End
  The black rubber grip is just on the one end of trailer hitch lock # e98880. The other end has a rubber cap that covers the key hole but no rubber around the rest of the locking piece. Master Lock hitch lock # 1479DAT is more like what you have described.
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• Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for a Hitch Cover on a 2006 Dodge Ram
  Yes, # e98880, Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock - Flush Design for 2 inch Trailer Hitches will work with a 2 inch trailer hitch cover. The lock has a 2-5/8 inch inside width, which is the standard size for 2 inch receiver hitches, but they do come with longer shanks for wider hitches. If you could measure the outside of the receiver tube at the hitch pin hole you should be able to choose the correct lock if the # e98880 model will not work for the hitch on the truck. A 2006 Dodge Diesel...
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• Is A Pin and Clip and a Lock Needed To Install a Hitch Cover On A Trailer Hitch
  Yes, you do need a hitch pin and clip like the Pin and Clip, # PC3, or a lock like the Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock, # e98880, to keep it in the hitch. You do not need both of them. A hitch cover gets inserted into the 2 inch receiver hitch. Then either the pin and clip or the receiver lock would be inserted through both the hole in the hitch and the wire brackets on the back of the hitch cover to keep it in the hitch. The lock uses a key to open it and is a good choice to prevent...
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• Recommendation for Hitch Lock with 1/2 Inch Diameter and 2-5/8 Inch Span
  We do have a large selection of hitch locks available for your trailer hitch receiver. The available hitch locks that can be keyed alike and have a usable span of at least 2-5/8 inches are going to also have a pin diameter of 5/8 inches, such as # e98880. We do have hitch locks with a 1/2 inch diameter, such as # e98879, however these will also have a smaller usable span, as they are typically intended for 1-1/4 inch hitch receivers. The usable span on this unit is 2-1/8 inches. Both...
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