Hitch Release Tips w Gas Strut Truck
I seem to be having a challenge getting the hitch/tongue to release the ball when disconnecting my trailer. The hitch lifts the truck as the jack raises the trailer tongue. I have tried hitting the hi...
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When properly engaged the coupler wraps around and under the ball. Adding grease will not make it more likely that the ball will slip out from under the coupler.
I would be more concerned that when towing without grease the ball and the coupler have a moving metal to metal contact point and can start to gall. From that point a simple left hand turn can potentially twist the ball and loosen the nut holding the ball to the hitch.
I would be more concerned that when towing without grease the ball and the coupler have a moving metal to metal contact point and can start to gall. From that point a simple left hand turn can potentially twist the ball and loosen the nut holding the ball to the hitch.
