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trailernovice
Explorer
Dec 31, 2019

Can installing weight distribution hitch be a DIY project?

As mentioned in another post, my w/d hitch and one of the tension bars is shot I see an exact replacement online for a lot less than a dealer would charge Is installing the hitch as a DIY proje...
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jfkmk
Explorer
Dec 31, 2019
Iraqvet05 wrote:
It can be a DIY project but you may need some uncommon tools. In the case of the Equal-i-zer, a 1-7/8" thin wall socket and 320 lb torque wrench are recommended to install the ball.


If you’re at all handy, it is an easy install with the exception of this. I was fortunate when I did my install in that I was able to bring the hitch head to work where they had a big a$$ torque wrench.

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