Bolts Failing on Equalizer Hitch
I have an Equalizer Hitch with 1400 lb bars. Today I replaced the third pair of bolts and nuts that attach the head to the shank They are grade 8, 3/4" in diameter and 5" long. The threads failed on t...
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wgriswold wrote:
So, why are my bolts failing? Has anyone else had this problem?
Your shank bolts are failing because as already pointed out you're over torquing them but worse still you're only guessing as to the correct torque by not using an appropriate torque wrench. To be sure, this is one of the drawbacks of the Equal-i-zer system as not many own a torque wrench capable of torque settings beyond 250 ft-lbs. I managed it myself with my own 1,000 / 10,000 lb Equal-i-zer by borrowing a monster 600 ft/lb torque wrench from a friend, without it I would have just been guessing ... just as you are. :R
