What can I do to Decrease the Vertical Wobble on My Swagman Trailhead 4 # S63381?

Updated 11/08/2021 | Published 11/06/2021

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Question:

I just installed my Swagman Trailhead 4 model 63381 on the back of my 32-foot trailer. I torqued all the bolts to 40 ft-lb and it feels very secure from side to side. But I can lift the rack up about an inch or two vertically. The pivot point is the threaded hitch pin. There seems to be enough space between the trailhead shank and the hitch receiver to allow this much movement. Is this amount of movement normal? I haven't towed with it yet, but plan to in a couple of weeks.

asked by: David P

Expert Reply:

I am sorry to hear that you are having issues with your hitch pin on your Swagman Trailhead 4 # S63381. One of the troubleshooting methods that we recommend for the looseness issue is to wiggle the rack up and down as you install/tighten the hitch pin. This can help with tightening.

Also, another route is to purchase the etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Stabilizer for 2" Hitches # e99007 for some additional support. I went ahead and attached a video of the stabilizer to give you an idea about how it works.

expert reply by: Bob C