Availability of Interchangeable Trailer Ball Set That Features Wrench Flats on Shank

Updated 08/21/2012 | Published 08/18/2012

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Convert-A-Ball Interchangeable Ball Set - 2" and 2-5/16" Balls - 1" Shank - Nickel

(547)

$51.77

TowSmart Hitch Ball Set - 1-7/8", 2", and 2-5/16" Balls - 1" Shank - 8,000 lbs

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$57.75

Question:

In order to get the proper torque, its very helpful for the base above the mount have flight sides for a wrench. Does this convert-a-ball 904B have that? Do any with 2inch and 2-5/16inch interchangeable ball items have that? I am mounting to a TBD 6inch mount. to a pull a 7k GVWR horse trailer with 2002 F150 FX-4 SuperCrew. This requires the 2-5/16inch ball while my jet-ski trailer requires a 2. Thank you

asked by: Thomas W

Expert Reply:

The Convert-A-Ball Interchangeable Trailer Ball Kits do not feature wrench flats on the shanks.

Our installers routinely use a large screwdriver through the ball retaining hole in the shank to prevent the shank from spinning while the nut is torqued.

We do offer a TowSmart Interchangeable Hitch Ball Set, as part # 3481256. The shank does have wrench flats, a 2-5/16, a 2 inch and a 1-7/8 inch trailer ball are included and the set has an 8,000 lb capacity when used with the 2-5/16 inch ball that should be sufficient for your needs.

expert reply by: Mike L