Can etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar be Left Installed without Ball Mount
Updated 10/30/2025 | Published 02/10/2025
Question:
If I were to leave the etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar installed on my hitch without a drawbar ed is there risk of the clamping knob falling off while driving?
asked by: Fred M
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Expert Reply:
Hey Fred, that's a great question but you can leave the etrailer anti-rattle hitch collar part # e38FV on your hitch and you won't have to worry about it falling off without a ball mount installed.
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar for 2" Hitch Receivers
- Hitch Anti-Rattle
- Non-Locking Anti-Rattle
- Universal
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Clamp Style
- Accessory Anti-Rattle
- Towing Anti-Rattle
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Jameson C.
10/30/2025
Hey Fred, how has the anti-rattle hitch collar held up when you’ve left it on the hitch without a ball mount? Your experience could help others wondering about leaving theirs installed the same way.