Does Locking Hitch Pin part # C23519 have a Weight Capacity

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What is the tow wate for this pen. I tow a 2016 Chevy Silverado be hind a moterhome. I need to know if this pen is strong enough. Thinks

asked by: Gene C

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Helpful Expert Reply:

Hitch pins don't have weight capacities because they don't actually bear any of the trailer weight.

The downward force of the tongue weight of the trailer is so great that the ball mount is pinned into the hitch so hard that none of the weight is put on the hitch pin.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

I reached out to all of our current spare-tire manufacturers and we unfortunately do not carry a bumper-mount option that is approved for class c tires. However, there is still the option of adding a front hitch and a front-mounted spare tire…

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Answer 2

Hitch pins and hitch pin locks like the part #C23519 that you referenced don't actually bear any weight when used with a ball mount so they don't have weight capacities. The downward force of the tongue weight of the trailer is so great that…

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Answer 3

Hey Al, we have the Weigh Safe #WS79ZR which will take your 2.5 inch hitch down to a 2 inch hitch and comes with an anti-rattle system built into it so it would be by far your best option. How bad do you feel the movement back there when towing?

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Answer 4

The hole in the hitch pin #C21500 or any other standard hitch pin with clip is not large enough for a useful padlock. It would take a very small lock that could be defeated easily. That is why for a more secure option we carry locking hitch pins. The…

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Answer 5

Hey Tony, yes you can use the Weigh Safe Anti-Rattle Reducer Sleeve part #WS79ZR with a weight distribution system like your Weigh Safe.

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Answer 6

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 7

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 8

Hey Bryan, that's a good question. The pricing can definitely be misleading, but I wouldn't use it to judge the quality of the tire. A lot of that comes down to promotions, inventory, and whether you're looking at a tire by itself or…

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Answer 9

The 5.30-12 tires, being wider, are going to make more contact with the road. This means that the noise, and heat build up will be higher than a 4.80-12 tire but the rolling resistance will actually be less because the tire is larger diameter. The…

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Answer 10

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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Answer 11

Hey Doug! The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs #F35FV are the right kit for your 2026 Ford F-350 FX4 dually. However, you will need to measure to be sure it fits. The distance from the top of your rear axle to the top of the jounce bump stop…

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Answer 12

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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