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Why Does My Hitch Receiver Have Excessive Play?

A little movement inside a hitch receiver is normal because the ball mount needs enough clearance to slide in and out. However, excessive play can come from worn pin holes, a worn shank, mismatched...

Why Is My Hitch Still Rattling With a Tightener Installed?

Your hitch may still rattle with a tightener installed because the clamp is loose, incorrectly positioned, mismatched to the receiver, or unable to control the movement causing the noise. Wear inside...

How Can I Stop a Ball Mount From Moving?

You can stop a ball mount from moving by using an anti-rattle hitch clamp, compatible threaded hitch pin, receiver immobilizer, or properly designed hitch shim. A small amount of movement inside the...

Why Does My Trailer Hitch Rattle and Clunk?

A trailer hitch usually rattles and clunks because there is too much movement somewhere in the hitch connection. The most common source is clearance between the ball mount and receiver, but a loose...
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