Can the Gen-Y Glyder Shock Absorbing Ball Mount Be Used with Surge Brakes

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Does this hitch work with surge brakes boat trailer?

asked by: Bill

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I spoke with Gen-Y about the Gen-Y Glyder Shock Absorbing Ball Mount part # 325-GH-12001 and they informed me that it can indeed be used with a trailer that has surge brakes. Therefore, the up and down cushioning mechanism will not have any affect on the in and out mechanism of the surge brake actuator. If you need a hitch ball as well, you can use part # 40038 for 2" or part # 63847 for 2-5/16".

expert reply by: Conner L

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Jonathan S.

6/9/2020

Curious if you could use this Gen Y Glyder hitch along with a sway bar? If so what would you recommend for a smaller teardrop style travel trailer?

Chris R.

6/12/2020

I don't recommend using a sway bar with the Gen-Y Glyder Ball Mount # 325-GH-12001. The movement will likely interfere with the friction bar's operation and there's really not a good space on the platform itself to weld or attach a sway bar tab.

Answer 1

To switch between the rise and drop position of the Gen-Y Glyder Shock Absorbing Ball Mount for 2" Hitches #325-GH-12001 requires removing the ball platform, flipping it, and then reinstalling it to the bracket. The main shank assembly can't…

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Answer 2

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 3

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Answer 4

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Answer 5

Hey Mark, thanks for reaching out! You'll need to go with the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #76023 for your 2023 GMC Acadia AT4. We actually had the chance to install this hitch on that exact vehicle so I'm attaching the…

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Answer 6

Hello Joe, Thanks for writing in! Based on the measurements you provided, the Gen-Y Glyder Shock Absorbing Ball Mount #325-GH-12001 is not the right fit for your setup. Since your Tundra's receiver measures 18 inches from the ground and your TAB…

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Answer 7

Hi Mirek! It looks like your question got cut off for some reason, but I assume you are either asking about the weight or the drop, so I have both for you! Both the Gen-Y Voyager Torsion-Flex 1-Ball Mount - 2" Hitch - 7K Towing - 700-lb Tongue…

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Answer 8

Hey Manny, Even with a smaller trailer, it is not overkill and you can absolutely benefit using the Gen-Y Glyder Shock Absorbing Ball Mount for 2" Hitches #325-GH-12001. A trailer, regardless of size, is still going to be rigid, bounce, and…

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Answer 9

For your tongue weight, you are right about the Gen-Y Glyder like #325-GH-12001 not being the best option as that requires a tongue weight of at least 400 lbs to reap the benefits. So for your tongue weight below that, I recommend the RockerBall for…

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Answer 10

Hey Pat, the ball hole diameter of the Trimax Ball Mount part #TMX47QR is 3/4 inch which is the smaller size. What size hitch ball are you looking for?

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Answer 11

Hey Dan. If you positioned the hitch ball attachment towards the top of the Curt Rebellion XD Ball Mount item #C83WR you'd be level, assuming the 18" measurement you gave me is the height of your trailer's coupler. There is not a shorter…

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