Trailer Hitch Pin Lock for a 2009 Ford Explorer with Little Space to Use a Lock
Updated 01/04/2012 | Published 01/03/2012
Question:
I HAVE A 2009 FORD EXPLORER 4DOOR WITH A CLASS 3 HITCH.HAVING A HARD TIME FINDING A LOCK THAT WILL WORK FOR ME.THE PROBLEM IS THE HOLE IS REAL CLOSE TO THE TUBE AND THE 7 PIN CONNECTOR+BOLT FOR THE CONNECTOR BRACKET IS IN THE WAY.I CAN ONLY PUT THE PIN IN FROM THE RIGHT SIDE AND PUT THE LOCK ON THE LEFT SIDE.JUST WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF YOU HAD COME ACROSS THIS ISSUE WITH OTHER EXPLORER OWNERS. THANK YOU.
asked by: ROBERT P
Expert Reply:
I have not heard of this exact issue before on any vehicle. Certainly, you can use a hitch pin/lock in any orientation that works for you.
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Master Lock Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock - Swivel Head Design - 2" Hitches
- Trailer Hitch Lock
- Standard Pin Lock
- Keyed Unique
- Steel
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Flush Pin
- 2-3/4 Inch Span
- Master Lock
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