Gen-Y Torsion Ball Mount or Shocker Hitch For 3 Inch Hitch Receiver

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What is better the shocker air or gen y hitch

asked by: John H

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Expert Reply:

Between the Shocker Hitch and Gen-Y Torsion ball mount, I recommend the Gen-Y. Its rubber torsion arms are going to absorb road shock naturally due to its design, while the Shocker Hitch requires constant maintenance that isn't needed with the Gen-Y.

It will improve the ride of your trailer substantially without the added work of maintaining an air bag, and because it the entire ball mount is designed to absorb shock, there isn't going to be stress/fatigue on it like there is on straight steel ball mounts. For your 3 inch hitch, you can choose from a few different options for drop:

- 6" Drop: Gen-Y Torsion 2-Ball Mount # 325-GH-1824

- 9" Drop: Gen-Y Torsion 2-Ball Mount # 325-GH-1825

- 12" Drop: Gen-Y Torsion 2-Ball Mount # 325-GH-1826

These all have a 21,000 lb capacity with the 2-5/16" hitch ball, and the only other thing I highly recommend is adding a lock to lock it to your receiver, with the strongest being an InfiniteRule lock with 42,000 lbs of shear strength, the InfiniteRule Hitch Lock for 3" Hitches # 34061073-D.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

Hey Ken! Instead of worrying about fitment and a potential return I can give you some measurements so you can figure it out before ordering. The standard shank on the B&W Continuum Weight Distribution System #BW28FR is 11-3/8" from the…

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Answer 2

The Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 3" Hitches #BW23FR has a 5/8" diameter so it can be used for 2", 2-1/2", and 3" trailer hitch receivers. The 3-1/8" span makes it fit with up to 3" hitches though, which is why we…

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Answer 3

Hey Matt, thanks for reaching out! Yes, both the Shocker Hitch #SHK47YR and Gen-Y #GY48GR 5th wheel to gooseneck pin boxes are great quality, and the real difference is just the air bag vs rubber torsion arms. The air bag system is one that I like a…

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Answer 4

So there is a B&W Tow & Stow that fits a 3 inch hitch and has a capacity up to 21,000 lbs, but not with a pintle hook. I checked directly with B&W to verify this for you. The 21k capacity is for the included 2-5/16" hitch ball, and…

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Answer 5

Hey Tom, thanks for reaching out! The BOSS Gen-Y 2-Ball Mount would be the best option since it has the torsion for cushioning and the 32K max weight rating. This is available for 2-1/2" and 3" receivers so you'll choose from the…

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Answer 6

The note that says, "Designed for flat towing only. Do not use to tow a trailer" means it is only rated to dinghy tow a vehicle with four wheels down behind a motorhome. So it cannot be used on your truck to tow a trailer as it is not rated…

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