Weigh Safe – 8″ Drop Hitch w/ 2″ Shank (8K/12.5K GTWR) w/Scale, 2 Stainless Steel Balls, Keyed Alike Set Online Sale

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Weigh Safe – 8″ Drop Hitch w/ 2″ Shank (8K/12.5K GTWR) w/Scale, 2 Stainless Steel Balls, Keyed Alike Set

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The Weigh Safe Drop Hitch is the one and only trailer hitch with a built-in scale that signals you to adjust your load before you hit the road, resulting in a much safer and enjoyable towing experience. Before this ball mount, gauging your trailer’s tongue weight was a hassle. You had to rely on inefficient bathroom scales, make a trip to the weigh station, or purchase a separate tongue weight scale. But with the Weigh Safe’s built-in scale, measuring your tongue weight is as easy as coupling your trailer to your ball mount. Simply hook-up your trailer to the Weigh Safe ball mount just as you would any other ball mount. The weight of your trailer will push down on the hitch ball, which in turn pushes down on an internal hydraulic piston that sits on a bed of oil. When the piston drops into the oil, the pressure reading is sent out to the scale.

This 8 Inch drop hitch is a dream come true, allowing you to tow trailers of different heights with the same vehicle. The drop hitch adjusts in 1″ increments so you get the perfect fit every time. All Weigh Safe ball mounts come standard with a high strength Dual Pin Lock that secures your trailer to your drawbar. All our locks come standard with a custom fitted dust cover to increase longevity. Fits 2” Receivers -SUV’s, F-150, Chevy 1500, Ram 1500, Tundra, Titan, etc.

Made of 19 lbs. of solid Aircraft Grade Billet Aluminum & Stainless steel this hitch is as tough as they come, with a towing capacity (GTW) of 12,500 lbs. on the 2 5/16″ ball, 8,000 LBS on the 2″ ball, and 1,500 lbs. max tongue weight. This premium ball mount was designed with everyday use in mind. This ball mount will not only provide you with Towing Peace of Mind, but the strength to get any job done with our Industry Leading Towing Capacity.

Have peace of mind knowing you can switch from a 2″ ball to 2-5/16″ balls in seconds. Both balls are made from High-Strength Stainless Steel which gives them industry leading strength and corrosion resistance. These balls will not rust. Our Stainless Steel Locking Hitch Pin (WS05) is included and is keyed the same as the Dual Pin Lock in order to maximize your ease and convenience when switching trailers or vehicle

Weigh Safe Set includes:

• Keyed Alike Dual Pin Adjustor Lock
• Stainless Steel Receiver Pin Lock
• Stainless Steel Anti-Theft Coupler Lock & PadLock
• 8 Inch Drop Drawbar which functions both in the drop and rise position
• Slider with built-in Tongue Weight Gauge (Lifetime Gauge Warranty
• 2-5/16″ stainless steel tow ball (12,500 lbs. GTW)
• 2″ (8,000 lbs. GTW) stainless steel tow ball
• Ball retaining pin
• Dust lock cover
• 1 year limited ball mount warranty

The WS8-2-SET is designed for 2″ receiver size. 2″ X 2″ receivers are the most common used on pickup trucks sometimes knowns as Class III & Class IV hitches. 2″ receivers can be found on quarter-ton half-size pickups like the Tacoma, Colarodo, Ranger, Canyon, Frontier and on half-ton full-size pickups as the F150, Chevy & Ram 1500, Titan and Tundra.

Features:

• Tongue weight scale built into the ball mount platform helps you balance your trailer
• Promotes safe towing – lets you know if your load needs to be adjusted before you tow
• Simple operation – automatically provides a measurement every time you couple your trailer
• Highly Rated Gross Trailer Rating for Class V (5) Hitches
• Efficient and hassle-free – eliminates the need for separate or commercial scales
• 6061 T6 billet aluminum shank and mounting platform provide superior strength and durability
• Solid block construction provides greater strength than hollow steel competitors while also maintaining a lightweight
• Rustproof for a clean finish that stands the test of time
• Includes 4 piece keyed alike master lock set. 

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What is tongue weight and why is it important?

Tongue weight (TW) refers to the weight that the fully loaded trailer exerts downward on the hitch ball of the tow vehicle. Tongue weight is typically 10 percent – and should not exceed 15 percent – of your gross trailer weight. For example, a 10,000-lb trailer should have a tongue weight between 1,000 lbs and 1,500 lbs. You can adjust the tongue weight of your trailer by removing or adding cargo, or redistributing the load on the trailer. The tongue weight should not exceed the capacity of your tow vehicle, your hitch, or any of your towing components.

Simply put, too little tongue weight can cause trailer sway and too much tongue weight can cause the tow vehicle to perform poorly. You may have difficulty steering, gaining traction, or braking when driving a setup that has too much weight pushing down on the rear of the vehicle. Ultimately, towing with an improper tongue weight can cause you to lose control of your vehicle or cause your trailer to separate from the vehicle.