Curt hitch

Question

For those with a Curt hitch for Ford prep, how much pressure do you use to close the latches to hold the hitch? Do you use hand pressure, have to use some force or take a hammer and beat it closed? Instructions say hand pressure but I have 2 handles that don't take much force. If I adjust castle nut to next setting it will take alot of force to close them.

mfl · Answer

I do not have a Curt, but beating on it, should not be necessary. I am wondering if there is a washer under the castle nut, that could be changed out, or another thin one added to correct the problem.

Most Ford owners have DEEP pockets! As mentioned above, a more expensive hitch could solve the problem. :)

Jerry

rich1961 · Answer

I'd contact Curt Tech support and ask them about the issue.Rich

bb_tx · Answer

I would also call Curt. I have the Ford prep, but with a Reese Elite hitch. Somewhat similar to yours. At one setting, the handles turn easily. Next setting requires considerably more pressure. I set mine to the easier setting and it works fine. No noise, and the hitch is not going to come out as long as you latch the handles so they can't turn.

me_again · Answer

After using it a while on the looser setting the paint with settle in and you should be able to go tighter on the castle nut. Chris

skismuggs · Answer

I have the Reese puck to rail adapter and it works fine with easy pressure. I would go for the easy setting.

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