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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BurbMan wrote:
I use this Harbor Freight 3/4" Torque Wrench for FWD axle nuts that go to 175+ ft/lbs. HF torque got very favorable reviews and stand up next to Snap-on for accuracy.
mike-s wrote:
Doesn't help when you need almost double that. 320 for the shank bolts on the hitch in question.
If you click on that HF link the torque wrench mentioned is actually rated 50 - 300 ft/lbs so with a bit of cheating I suppose it would be good enough to tighten the shank bolts on an Equal-i-zer. Heck of a price though, sure wouldn't get anything like that here in Canada. :(
