camperforlifeExplorerFeb 13, 2016Hitch pinHas anyone used this hitch pin? I like the idea of one less key to carry but it looks rather bulky and wonder how it holds up to road grime.Your input is appreciated.
14 RepliesReplies sorted by NewestShow MorewrenchbenderExplorerFeb 16, 2016I am not a big fan of lockable hitch pins.I have had to cut too many for friends.What I like is 5/8 bolt and fiber lock nut.BedlamModeratorFeb 14, 2016No. Bolt locks are unique in that they set themselves to your key the first use and after that only with your key.lbrjetExplorerFeb 14, 2016So anyone with a late model GM truck key can open your lock?BedlamModeratorFeb 13, 2016I had the Bolt padlock keyed for my Ford. It worked great for five years and I sold it with the truck.I use other keyed hitch pins and never had a problem with them as long as they have covers.
wrenchbenderExplorerFeb 16, 2016I am not a big fan of lockable hitch pins.I have had to cut too many for friends.What I like is 5/8 bolt and fiber lock nut.
BedlamModeratorFeb 14, 2016No. Bolt locks are unique in that they set themselves to your key the first use and after that only with your key.
BedlamModeratorFeb 13, 2016I had the Bolt padlock keyed for my Ford. It worked great for five years and I sold it with the truck.I use other keyed hitch pins and never had a problem with them as long as they have covers.
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