Does the Air Safe Ball Mount Need Regular Maintenance or Air Adjustment?  

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Hey Mark!

That's a fair concern, especially if you're using your trailer regularly. The Air Safe Shock Absorbing Ball Mount # AS64VR is designed to be low maintenance. It doesn't use internal bearings that need replacing, and the brass air fittings help prevent leaks.

You will still want to check the air pressure periodically and make sure it's properly adjusted for your trailer's tongue weight. It's not quite as hands-off as a rubber torsion hitch, but the air cushioning is the big advantage when dealing with rough roads. It can lose some air pressure over time, so all you have to do is air it back up a bit to the correct pressure for your load. It's not going to be an every day or every week type of thing to top it off. But if you want an alternative, the Curt Rebellion XD Shock Absorbing Adjustable Ball Mount w/ 2" and 2-5/16" Balls - 15K # C83WR is a really good one as well that does NOT have an air bag, and instead uses built-in shock absorbing core.

What kind of equipment are you typically hauling in your enclosed trailer? I'm curious how much your loaded tongue weight varies.

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