Will etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar Work With a BTBRV InstaLatch
Updated 10/19/2026 | Published 10/16/2026
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I'm looking at the BTBRV InstaLatch ball mounts for my truck, but I want something to keep the hitch from rattling around in the receiver. Will your anti-rattle device work with the built-in hitch pins? I'm also not sure which ball mount I need or how much drop, looks like there are several different versions. Thanks.
asked by: Jason W
Expert Reply:
Hello Jason! Yes, the etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar # e38FV is compatible with the InstaLatch. Since it clamps around the outside of the receiver, it works without interfering with the built-in hitch pins on these ball mounts. You can also leave the collar installed when you remove the ball mount.
Just keep in mind that the # e38FV is rated for trailers up to 7,000 lbs, while the InstaLatch ball mounts are rated for 10,000 lbs. If you're towing over 7,000 lbs, you can leave the collar installed but disengage it so it isn't applying pressure to the ball mount.
For the ball mounts, we have the following available based on ball size and drop:
-BTBRV InstaLatch - 2" Drop # BTBRV006 (2" Ball) or # BTBRV009 (2-5/16" Ball)
-BTBRV InstaLatch - 4" Drop # BTBRV007 (2" Ball) or # BTBRV010 (2-5/16" Ball)
-BTBRV InstaLatch - 6" Drop # BTBRV008 (2" Ball) or # BTBRV011 (2-5/16" Ball)
If you don't need any rise or drop and want both ball sizes, we also have the BTBRV InstaLatch Dual Ball Mount # BTBRV012. If you aren't sure how much drop you need, measure from the ground to the top inside edge of your receiver, then subtract the height of your trailer coupler with the trailer sitting level. The difference is the drop you need.
I also recommend the etrailer Lock # e39PR if you want to secure the ball mount to your truck.
What kind of trailer are you towing?
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Mike
10/17/2026
I have a 7000lb trailer. The max I pul is 5000 lbs. The anti rattle is all i use and it works well. You have to really crank down on it or it can loosen up. I don’t know anything about the Instalatch.
Robin H.
10/19/2026
Marshall H.
10/17/2026
I like it, holds whatever is in the hitch tight. However it does cut into the stinger a bit and you need to check it once in awhile.
Robin H.
10/19/2026
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etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar for 2" Hitch Receivers
- Hitch Anti-Rattle
- Non-Locking Anti-Rattle
- Universal
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Clamp Style
- Accessory Anti-Rattle
- Towing Anti-Rattle
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Jason
10/16/2026
I usually tow around 5,000 pounds but occasionally pull a heavier trailer. Would I need to remove the anti-rattle collar for the heavier trailer?