How Much Torque for Hitch Ball Installation on Fastway Weight Distribution Hitch

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What is torque required for the 2in equalizer ball you recommended. That is the ball I purchased to use with the weight distribution hitch I also purchased. Thank you

asked by: Nancy H

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According to the instructions for the # FA92-00-0800, you will need a torque wrench capable of approximately 450 ft-lbs of torque for installation. You will also need a 1-7/8" thin walled socket like the # ALL643216 to install the # EQ91-00-6080.

expert reply by: Robin H

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You'll be able to connect your Weber Traveler Grill directly to that quick-disconnect fitting using a hose like the MB Sturgis #100476-120-MBS as long as your grill doesn't have a regulator. If it does have a regulator then you need a tee…

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It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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It is possible to weld on a brake flange such as Brake Mounting Flange for 1-3/4" Round Trailer Axles - 2K #4-34 for 1-3/4" round axles, but it takes a qualified welder and even then it can be difficult to accomplish. A better solution is…

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Your friend's automobile lift will certainly make your hitch installation easier and less grimy. You could use an impact wrench for initial tightening of the fasteners but this is not absolutely necessary. All of the hitches we offer for your…

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No photo required, this is a common issue with boat trailers. For your sailboat trailer you will need to use a Pole-Tongue Adapter #EQ95-01-5950 that is designed to fit a straight tongue that is between 1" and 5" wide, with a vertical…

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You can have a 2-5/16 inch hitch ball on either a 1 inch or 1-1/4 inch shank. The nut on a hitch ball with a 1-1/4 inch shank takes a wrench with a 1-7/8 inch socket. A hitch ball with a 1 inch shank will take a wrench with a 1-1/2 inch socket. You…

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That foot pound rating for torqueing a hitch ball onto a ball mount requires a special torque wrench. A local mechanic should have something compatible. If you can't find anyone with the correct torque wrench as many max out at 250 lbs, then we…

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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If you look at the backs of the brake assemblies there should be a hole where the magnet wires come out and a little opaque plastic strap. So if you are looking at the back of the assembly and those items are on the left then it is the left side…

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The correct torque for installing lug nuts on your 5 X 8 trailer's 5-lug wheels will depend on the size of the lugs. For a 1/2-inch lug the torque spec ranges from 75- to 85-ft-lbs. For a 9/16-inch lug the torque spec ranges from 135- to…

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There sure is! What you will need is a pole tongue adapter like the Pole-Tongue Adapter for Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution Systems - 14,000 lbs GTW, 1,400 lbs TW #EQ95-01-5950 which will allow you to use a Equal-i-zer or Fastway e2 weight…

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It depends on the weight distribution hitch, but the right one will allow you to back up and work with surge brakes. That said, it won't alleviate bouncing, only adding more tongue weight will do that. Bounce is caused when there is more weight…

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