Is It Normal for the Anti Rattle Hitch Pin on the Roadmaster RM-195225 to Be Hard to Thread?

Updated 06/19/2026 | Published 06/16/2026

Question:

I purchased a Roadmaster Hitch Spare Tire Mount with 2 Receiver Opening - 2 Hitches Part Number: RM-195225 from you a while back and from the first installation on the back of our RV, Ive had to work really hard when threading in the anti-rattle hitch pin to secure the carrier to your RV. It starts off fine, but once I get a little way into the hole for the pin I have to exert a lot of pressure to with a 1/2 ratchet to get the pin all the way in. I have to do the same when removing the pin. Is this normal for this piece of equipment? Thanks!

asked by: Chester C

Expert Reply:

Hi,

I know exactly what you're describing, I have an old bike rack with an anti-rattle that gives me trouble.

The good news is that needing a ratchet to install and remove the anti rattle hitch pin on the Roadmaster part # RM-195225 is normal. These threaded anti rattle systems are designed with tight tolerances to pull the shank snug against the receiver and eliminate movement, so they're often much tighter than a standard hitch pin.

That said, it shouldn't feel like you're damaging the threads every time. One thing that can help is slightly lifting the spare tire carrier while starting the pin. That is the trick that has really helped me. The weight of the carrier can put pressure on the shank and make the holes slightly misaligned, which makes the pin harder to thread. It's also worth checking the threads on both the pin and inside the shank of the spare tire carrier for dirt, rust, or burrs. A quick cleaning and a small amount of lubricant helps.

If the pin starts easily by hand and only gets tight as it draws the carrier snug against the receiver, that's usually a sign the anti-rattle system is working as intended.

Do you ever use any other accessories in the hitch? Do you have any issues with other hitch pins or just the Roadmaster?

expert reply by: Heather A

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Chester C.

6/18/2026

Thanks Heather. I don’t have any other hitch pins that are as difficult as the one the Roadmaster. I have found that my Makita impact drill does help immensely when I put it on and off now. Thanks for getting back to me and letting me know this was normal.

Heather A.

6/18/2026

Thanks for letting me know. I can definitely understand wanting to reach for the impact when you're dealing with a pin that's tighter than the others. That said, I'd recommend sticking with a ratchet when installing or removing the Roadmaster pin. The tighter fit is normal, and using hand tools helps prevent unnecessary wear on the threads over time. A little lubricant on the threads can also make things go a bit smoother if needed.