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hitch pin recommendation wanted

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by s.e.charles, Jul 24, 2021.

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  1. Jul 25, 2021 at 7:02 PM
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    Lt. Dangle

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    My locking one has a rubber cap that has worked well for about 5 years now, but I don't leave it in when not in use. The paint has flaked off, but otherwise it's ok.
    $11 CZC AUTO Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock, Padlock Style and Swivel Head，Dia 5/8" Bent Pin for Class III IV 2 2-1/2" Receiver, Fits Bike Rack Tray Ball Mount for Towing Trailer Truck Car Boat RV
    https://www.amazon.com/CZC-AUTO-Tra...1627264918&sprefix=hitch+lock,aps,249&sr=8-10
     
    Lt. Dangle, Jul 25, 2021
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  2. Jul 25, 2021 at 7:03 PM
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    I bought a used sabelco that was sticky. Soaked it in the CRC stuff for a day and she good as new.
     
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  3. Jul 25, 2021 at 7:06 PM
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    No harm at all in doing as you suggested. I just think leaving the locking pin in the receiver all the time should be avoided regardless. I live in the rust belt and see it done quite a bit and wonder how these people deal with it.
     
    Lt. Dangle, Jul 25, 2021
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  4. Jul 25, 2021 at 7:08 PM
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    I had to snap my locking pin off with a breaker bar. It was so corroded the key would hardly go in. Never again will I use a lock.
     
    Minny Taco, Jul 25, 2021
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  5. Jul 25, 2021 at 7:13 PM
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    Mine has a cover and when not in use its in my truck in either the rear cargo hatch in the bed, or a cupholder in the door. My keyhole is exposed only to put on the lock and take it off. Same goes for my tongue locks.

    But, if I had to break mine off, I'd probably swear locking hitch pins off too.
     
    Lt. Dangle, Jul 25, 2021
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  6. Jul 25, 2021 at 7:15 PM
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    Your shins probably thank you.
     
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  7. Jul 25, 2021 at 7:47 PM
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    I never maintained mine and left it on 24/7 so no shocker.
     
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  8. Jul 25, 2021 at 8:40 PM
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    this what i have been using for 4 years
     
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  9. Jul 26, 2021 at 2:05 AM
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    i agree the lock could be a sticking point (!!!)

    i'mma just using it when using it and keeping it off & stored when i'mma not.
     
    s.e.charles, Jul 26, 2021
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  10. Jul 26, 2021 at 5:13 AM
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    I've had the same type hitch pin lock for decades, but it was made by fulton. Some paint has flaked off over the years but its seen many trips throughout the winter to quebec, yet the lock still functions fine.
     
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  11. Jul 26, 2021 at 6:25 AM
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    Wow a 2 page thread for a hitch pin !!!!!!
     
    Fredk, Jul 26, 2021
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  12. Jul 26, 2021 at 7:06 AM
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    Don't worry, it's still early.
     
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  13. Jul 26, 2021 at 7:13 AM
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    after my hitch pin mod; i'm gonna change over to dino oil. all the cool kids are doing it.
     
    s.e.charles, Jul 26, 2021
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  14. Jul 26, 2021 at 7:14 AM
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    Make sure to ask about the OCI.
     
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  15. Jul 26, 2021 at 7:50 AM
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    I ran a bolt. I figured what thief carries a 15/16 wrench.
     
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  16. Jul 26, 2021 at 7:53 AM
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    I heard all of the short bus kids were doing it.
     
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  17. Jul 26, 2021 at 3:47 PM
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  18. Jul 27, 2021 at 12:55 PM
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    ok; i got my thingamajig today - love that Amazon - and wonder: should the lock end face the driver or passenger side. i want no mocking on the trail.
     
    s.e.charles, Jul 27, 2021
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  19. Jul 27, 2021 at 1:10 PM
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    the bend in the hitch pin should always face the ground.
     
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  20. Jul 27, 2021 at 1:21 PM
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    The way you turn it indicates your sexual orientation. Be careful on the trail that you don't get it wrong.
     
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