Do I Need an Aluminum or Steel Hitch Ball With my Andersen Rapid Hitch
Updated 04/30/2021 | Published 04/28/2021
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Question:
Other than weight of the actual balls, what are they advantages or disadvantages of the aluminum balls vs the steel balls? Is there a risk of the steel balls becoming seized in the aluminum housing? Thanks!
asked by: Ryan
Expert Reply:
There isn't any risk in using a steel hitch ball with an aluminum coupler and getting galvanic corrosion, so that won't be a concern. If you compare the # AM3435 (aluminum) and # AM3424 (steel) you'll notice that steel is less expensive and they are rated for the same capacities, but the aluminum ball comes with a greaseless cap so you won't have to worry about messy grease. Aside from this, the aluminum is just a bit lighter and won't corrode as easily since the chrome plating will deteriorate over time.
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Rapid Hitch Ball Combo with 2" and 2-5/16" Hitch Balls - Greaseless AlumiBall
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- Drop Hitch
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Rapid Hitch Ball
- 2 Inch Ball
- 2-5/16 Inch Ball
- Aluminum
- Andersen
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