Shank Length on Ball for Curt Friction Sway Control System

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How long is the shank?

asked by: Mark

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The length of the shank on the Replacement Ball for Curt Friction Sway Control System # C36BR is 1-3/4" (see attached).

expert reply by: Jon G

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Shank Length on Ball for Curt Friction Sway Control System
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Answer 1

Yes, for friction sway control bars such as #83660, #17200, or any of the similar options the ball size used is the same (1-1/4") so you will be able to use replacement ball and plate #C17201.

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Answer 2

For the dual friction you are looking for, I recommend adding the Reese Friction Sway Control Kit - Economy - by Draw-Tite, Reese and Hidden Hitch #83660 to your hitch ball. This adjustable friction sway bar can be added using the Reese Sway-Control…

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Answer 3

I went out to the warehouse to inspect the hardware included with Reese friction sway control #83660. The hex head self tapping screws will take a 5/8 inch socket.

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Answer 4

I was able to (miraculously) find an online version of the owner's manual for your 1999 Chevrolet Astro and found on page 4-32 that the max trailer weight you can tow is between 4,500 lbs and 5,500 lbs depending on your axle ratio and if you have…

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Answer 5

The 1-7/8" Hitch Ball #C40002 will require a 1-1/2" Socket #ALL643210. You will need a wrench that will open to 1-5/8" to hold the ball in place while torqueing the nut.

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Answer 6

The Curt hitch ball #C40007 has a 1" diameter shank. Curt Hitch balls with a 1" shank will use a 1-1/2" wrench for the nut. You would also want to use a 2" wrench for the flats on the base of the ball. We offer the 6-point hex…

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Answer 7

I recommend the etrailer Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches - 7,500 lbs item #989900 for your 2020 BMW X3. This will give you a couple options for height on where your ball should be. This will fit the 2' receiver in your X3's factory tow…

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Answer 8

This is a really good question, but the Curt Echo #C51180 actually needs to be connected to the vehicle side battery to power and will not draw power from the trailer battery. It's designed this way because the vehicle battery is kept topped off…

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Answer 9

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 10

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 11

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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Answer 12

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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