What Is e55YV's Reducer Made Of?

Question

Question:

wha it the metal of the reducer, doesnt look like it is steel . No mention about using for travel trailer either.

asked by: Joe

0

Expert Reply:

Hey Joe!

I asked our Product Development team for a little more info on this for you and the etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar for 2.5" Hitch Receivers # e55YV reducer is yellow zinc coated steel and just to add a little more info, the anti-rattle part is powder coated steel. Both of these coatings will hold up really well to rust and corrosion.

This model is brand new, but I've have the 2" version (etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar for 2" Hitch Receivers # e38FV) on my personal vehicle for about a year and it was a really great addition to my bike rack setup to stop the wobble and creaking. It will secure a ball mount to stop rattling as well, so you're perfectly fine to use it with your travel trailer. There are no weight limitations on the reducer, but the anti-rattle collar has a weight limit of 10,000 lbs.

What is the weight rating of your travel trailer? Are you in a state that is near salt water or uses a lot of salt during the winter?

expert reply by: Jerry B

0

Joe

7/28/2026

I have a Lance TT model 2375 with a GVWD of 8900. My tow rig is a 2024 F250 lariat with the 7.3L gas engine and I am using the Curt WDH with the sway control. I thought I read that this product is not available for my type of set up ?. Thanks Joe Parker

Jerry B.

7/29/2026

@Joe The # e55YV is a great option for eliminating hitch movement in most towing setups, but it isn't compatible with weight distribution hitches. The spring bars on your WDH are constantly applying significant twisting and leverage forces to the hitch shank. The # e55YV isn't designed to handle those additional loads, so using it with a weight distribution hitch could damage the collar over time. You're not completely out of luck, though. Since you're using a weight distribution hitch, I recommend the Roadmaster Quiet Hitch # RM-062. It's designed specifically for use with weight distribution systems, so it will help eliminate the receiver rattle without affecting the performance of your WDH. What kind of Curt weight distribution hitch are you using?

Answer 1

Hey Scott! The etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar #e55YV is rated for up to 10,000 lbs gross trailer weight and won't reduce the capacity of a properly matched towing setup. As always, your actual towing capacity is determined by the lowest-rated…

view full answer...

Answer 2

Hello Ron, Thanks for writing in! I have a solution for you! You will want the etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar for 2-1/2" Hitch Receivers #e55YV. This one is made specifically for a 2-1/2" receiver and includes the 2-1/2" to 2"…

view full answer...

Answer 3

There are several methods to try and determine the amount of liquid propane remaining in a tank. The first is a pressure gauge like the Camco #CAM59023. This reads the pressure of vapor propane which remains steady until mostly empty then the needle…

view full answer...

Answer 4

The Camco Propane Cylinder Gas Gauge and Leak Detector #CAM59023 doesn't have the ability to shut off in the event of a leak. It's simply going to show you that there's a leak because the gauge reads as propane flows through it. The…

view full answer...

Answer 5

The Camco 90 degree elbow fitting #CAM57633 is designed for use with LP gas systems (propane) so I do not see any reason why you can't use it. It should work just fine for you provided it is the right size needed. It has a 3/8" female swivel…

view full answer...

Answer 6

Hey Rick, great question! The etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar for 2.5" Hitch Receivers #e55YV can actually live on your hitch permanently. You do not need to pull it off when swapping accessories or ball mounts. This means it is always ready…

view full answer...

Answer 7

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…

view full answer...

Answer 8

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.

view full answer...

Answer 9

Hey Bryan, that's a good question. The pricing can definitely be misleading, but I wouldn't use it to judge the quality of the tire. A lot of that comes down to promotions, inventory, and whether you're looking at a tire by itself or…

view full answer...

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…

view full answer...

Answer 11

Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

view full answer...

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…

view full answer...

What Is e55YV's Reducer Made Of?

Products Featured in This Question

Product Page this Question was Asked From

Continue Researching