New Hitch Ball
The chrome, or whatever the finish is, is worn off the front side of my 2" hitch ball. Should I turn the ball 180 degrees, replace it, or don't worry about it?
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- Lowe's sells stainless steel hitch balls. They are pricey, but probably the best way to go. 2", I" shank, 6000lb. capacity, $17.95
Francesca Knowles wrote:
Balls do wear out but yours probably isn't there yet.
I'd rotate the ball so both sides wear evenly, but so long as coupler fit is still snug I wouldn't replace yet. (Some couplers can be adjusted if it feels a little loose).
I never thought about that….good idea:S- Yes AND lubricate it better in the future.
- Balls do wear out but yours probably isn't there yet.
I'd rotate the ball so both sides wear evenly, but so long as coupler fit is still snug I wouldn't replace yet. (Some couplers can be adjusted if it feels a little loose).
As advised above, do grease regularly like any other joint....not just ball but coupler benefits from this treatment. - Or this:
- I don't think you need to worry about it. Lubing the ball with some of this stuff will help:
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