Troubleshooting a B&W Companion Hitch Bolt That Tightens But Latch Handle Still Pulls Out

Updated 09/02/2020 | Published 08/26/2020

Question:

After reinstalling my companion hitch my latch handle still pulls out after tightening bolt to 80 po

asked by: Bill G

Helpful Expert Reply:

It sounds like what's going on with your # BWRVK3500 is that the socket adjuster on the inside of the post is on top of the post instead of going through it. You'll want to have the latch handle out completely in the open position and then loosen bolt up; then make sure that the socket adjuster that the bolt threads into is low enough and get it positioned in the socket. It's likely on top of the pin which is why it's tightening, but still opening.

If you can go through this process and it's still not working properly, please let me know and I can continue to troubleshoot this with you.

expert reply by: Erik B