What Directions can I Install Your etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar for 2" Hitch Receivers?

Updated 09/13/2025 | Published 08/26/2025

Question:

just a question about your anti rattle collar. Can it be mounted with the lightning screw to the side or on top. I have a 2018 CRV. Wouldnt want that screw to possibly sometime drag and get damaged. Thank you .

asked by: Craig M

Expert Reply:

Hello Craig,

Yes, you can install our etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar for 2" Hitch Receivers # e38FV so that the knob is to the right, and not on the bottom. I attached an image to show the correct ways to install it.

What are you you going to be using this with? Ball mount, bike rack, etc....

expert reply by: Kate F

How to Properly Install etrailer Anti-Rattle
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Kate F.

9/12/2025

Hey Craig, did you decide on what you'll be using the anti-rattle collar with, like a ball mount or bike rack? I'm curious because it might help others who are considering similar setups.

Craig M.

9/12/2025

@KateFeill The anti rattle attachment will be used for the ball hitch for a utility trailer. My 1UP bike rack has an internal tightening piece to prevent rattling or short term use. otherwise I put a pin i like a receiver ball hitch. Thanks for asking Kate.

Kate F.

9/13/2025

@CraigM Our etrailer anti-rattle will be perfect for a ball mount. The 1UP bike racks are definitely something I wish we would get added to our site, I hear great things about all their racks. Thanks for sharing your feedback Craig =)

Craig

9/13/2025

@Kate F The bike racks are anodized aluminum simple to use, My single when folded is out of the way for the hatch on my CRV so I csn leave it on the car. I don't think they sell thru any outlets just their factory. It's a small company and that's likely why.