How to Prevent a Trailer From Being Stolen
Updated 10/27/2025 | Published 03/16/2025
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Hey Guys. Question about this hitch mount. If the ball is removable with a big wrench to loosen the bottom bolt ... how can I secure lock my trailer to my truck? Thanks!
asked by: William M
Expert Reply:
That's definitely a creative way to steal a trailer. Haven't heard that one before. It would be pretty difficult to get a wrench below the coupler to stop a hitch ball like item # 19286 from spinning when loosening the nut though.
If someone's that determined to loosen the hitch ball off of the Curt Ball Mount item # C45338, I recommend using the Rack'Em Lock'em Magnum Wheel Lock item # RA-25. This will attach to your rim and make it nearly impossible to move the trailer.
To secure the ball mount, you'll want to use the etrailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" and 2-1/2" Hitches item # e98881.
What kind of trailer do you have?
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Curt Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 7" Rise, 8-1/4" Drop - 9-3/8" Long - 10,000 lbs
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- Rise - 7 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
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Jerred H.
10/27/2025
Hey, how did things go with securing your trailer using the hitch receiver lock and wheel lock? Your experience could point others in the right direction when looking for ways to keep their trailer safe.