Setting up Equalizer 10K 4pt

[foretm]

I did some searching and did not see this answered anywhere, so i apologize if it is.

I am buying an Equalizer 4pt 10K hitch and will set it up myself. When it comes to installing the ball, the instructions mention using a socket. does anyone know if the socket is required or if a wrench would work as well?

Basically, do I have to use this?
1-7/8" 12pt Socket - 3/4" Drive - Chromium-Vanadium Steel Powerbuilt Tools ALL643216

or can I use this?
Curt 6-Point Hex Wrench for Trailer Hitch Balls with 3/4" or 1" Diameter Shanks Curt Accessories and Parts C20001

I realize these are not the same size, just trying to determine if either will suffice or one is required over the other. Reason I ask, is I don't have a 3/4" drive wratchet or breaker bar, so i would have to buy that in addition to the socket.

Thanks,
Mike

[lesptr]

If it is like the 14k I have, the socket will be required. [ATTACH]131383

The nut is completely recessed.

[doc73]

I am 99% sure it is, but mine is stowed away right now.

EDIT: Do like I did, went to the local trailer joint and gave them a few buck to tighten it up.

[DaTraveler]

I just finished torquing mine down this past weekend. Yes, you need the socket. The nut is in the recessed area and won't accommodate a wrench.

[gloryracing]

I simply wedged the handle end of a large crescent wrench in between the nut and the head. Worked great.

[foretm]

Thanks alot folks... i'll start sourcing the 3/4 drive breaker bar and the 1-7/8" socket...

[fastalkintn]

Originally Posted by foretm

Thanks alot folks... i'll start sourcing the 3/4 drive breaker bar and the 1-7/8" socket...

Northern tool for the socket, harbor freight for the breaker bar. Less than $10 each.

[garybeau]

Originally Posted by foretm

I did some searching and did not see this answered anywhere, so i apologize if it is.

I am buying an Equalizer 4pt 10K hitch and will set it up myself. When it comes to installing the ball, the instructions mention using a socket. does anyone know if the socket is required or if a wrench would work as well?

Basically, do I have to use this?
1-7/8" 12pt Socket - 3/4" Drive - Chromium-Vanadium Steel Powerbuilt Tools ALL643216

or can I use this?
Curt 6-Point Hex Wrench for Trailer Hitch Balls with 3/4" or 1" Diameter Shanks Curt Accessories and Parts C20001

I realize these are not the same size, just trying to determine if either will suffice or one is required over the other. Reason I ask, is I don't have a 3/4" drive wratchet or breaker bar, so i would have to buy that in addition to the socket.

Thanks,
Mike

You will save money by just taking it to a local rv dealer to have it torqued to the proper specs (430 ft/lbs I think). I did that with mine.

[Big Vic]

Make sure you get a thin walled socket...not much space in there.

[rockfordroo]

Originally Posted by garybeau

You will save money by just taking it to a local rv dealer to have it torqued to the proper specs (430 ft/lbs I think). I did that with mine.

X2 - unless you've got a giant torque wrench to go with it! (Of course, this assumes the RV place has a giant torque wrench, too! )

The torque wrench will set you back about $400!

Titan Torque Wrench — 3/4in. Drive, 100–600 Ft.-Lbs., Model# 23152 | Torque Wrenches| Northern Tool + Equipment

[itat]

Torque = force (or weight) x distance. Using a breaker bar and a pipe extension you should be able to figure out how to torque it to the correct amount. For example, a 200# person standing on the pipe extension at 2 ft from the socket = 200lbs. x 2ft. = 400 lb-ft.

[doc73]

Originally Posted by itat

Torque = force (or weight) x distance. Using a breaker bar and a pipe extension you should be able to figure out how to torque it to the correct amount. For example, a 200# person standing on the pipe extension at 2 ft from the socket = 200lbs. x 2ft. = 400 lb-ft.

Whose the smart guy.... THAT GUY! LOL

Thank you learn something new everyday.

[itat]

Originally Posted by doc73

Whose the smart guy.... THAT GUY! LOL

Thank you learn something new everyday.

Just don't blame me if you fall off the pipe extension and hurt yourself!

[doc73]

I would too...