Hitch Clamp

I highly recommend getting a hitch clamp. As you can see they take the play and unwanted movement out of the receiver and hitch. They also help your trailer connection to stay solid and stable on the back of the tow vehicle.
Interested in buying one? Here are the links to the ones we bought:
Hitch Clamp 2.5" Anti-Rattle Towing Receiver Tightener
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Towever 84701 Super Corrosion Resistant Trailer Hitch Tightener Stabilizer Cross Clamp Anti-Rattle 1.25" and 2"
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[@richardstockwell9637]

up here in the rust belt we just leave the hitch installed all winter and by spring you will never get it out

[@brandonlee8400]

😂

[@uncrunch398]

Best glue = corrosion.

[@gorehammer1]

That’s exactly what we do

[@barrybebenek8691]

😂

[@johncurrent1660]

Awesome thank you buddy I got mine ordered yesterday Ordered one of the U-bolt set ups but I have a 2015 ram 2500 so I had to re-order the 2 1/2 inch one so I had to re-order the 2 1/2 inch one I wish I would’ve seen your video first I wish I would've seen your video first thx thanks🎉

[@nascardude86]

Great products. I think you installed the 2 inch one backwards. The 45 degree fold down should go facing the rear to rest against the smaller tube . This levels it out with the wider flange over the receiver .

[@skyviolet]

Your an Idiot!!! It only fits one way...

[@jamesm568]

Technically, you are correct as that is what most instructions say, but mechanically, it really doesn't make much of a difference as you want that downward force. When it comes down to it, it's mainly personal preference.

[@millibarman]

@@skyviolet Did your mother teach you name calling? Grow up.

[@michaelraichel6058]

So, are you saying he should remove the bottom plate and flip it so the pitch goes down, instead of up?

[@mocciar]

Cool videos! Well done and good camera angles to clearly see what you are doing. The only constructive comment I would make is that the angled edge of the bottom plate on your u-bolt style clamp should go the other way around. The angled edge goes against the draw bar and NOT against the receiver as you have shown. This keeps the plate horizontal when you tighten it up and keeps if from jamming against the threads. It works your way. Just not as well. Also see the spec sheets that come with the U-bolt clamp. Small thing. Otherwise, fun videos to watch !

[@samhall7220]

🤣...those are unistrut clamps in the electrical world... go to fastenal or electrical section at Lowes, Menards...

[@gordonflash8976]

common sence, logic and reason, you have sold me on the thing. Thanks for all your efforts. Great video.

[@Maximonious]

You have the little lip part of the 2inch clamp on backwards. That little lip goes outward.

[@bertkelly7650]

I have the same camper weight distribution hitch. It's loose and makes my camper sway because of that. I even went to my local trailer supply and they didn't have that. Thanks for showing. Now I won't sway unless I want to. : )

[@davemi00]

Great VID - Thanx, I’ve Towed for 27 years and had No idea these were Available 🙀🤗yea !!

[@jdmartinezrmz111]

No more sticking washers underneath it😂😂😂 I'm about to order one now, thanks👍🏽

[@alexpiccione610]

Nice, but was 2" clamp put on backwards. Still would work though.

[@RunawayRoses]

Yes, Todd found that the clamp worked better for him that way. You should use it the way it works best for you. Thank you for watching. -Carla

[@VoklstWestie]

Great advice I will take Thank You!!! I have not even bought my RV yet. I do not believe my dad ever had any hitch clamps when we carted out boat around. Nor any stabalizer bars. No You Tube back then. We thought we were 'big time' when we went, from a hand cranked winch for pulling the boat up the trailer, to a key operated electric winch.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I need to get one of those to take the play out of our hitch. Thanks for sharing!

[@RandomPerson-sb5mw]

I always run a clamp. the thumping drives me crazy.

[@aaronsearch1189]

I have had Super Strut clamps on my hitch for twenty plus years. It works better with the bottom plate turned the other way. It sits flatter for the nuts to apply pressure. They have them in the electrical section at home depo and such. It's way cheaper to buy them as Super Strut clamps than it is to buy them rebranded as a hitch clamp.

[@deputydog56]

Todd, great video with good information. Ive been towing for years and never heard of them. I was impressed by how much they stop the play, looks like I'll be getting a hitch clamp

[@RunawayRoses]

Hey Todd, Hitch clamps do work great and you'll be glad you got one once you start using it. I had never heard of them till a couple years ago and have been using them since. Thanks for commenting and watching! ~ Todd

[@michael184272]

Have recently purchased a hitch tightner you suggested from Amazon.. Their instructions show the lip of the hitch tightner facing out, not in or towards as it appears in your. video...

[@RunawayRoses]

@George the way that we have it worked better for us but please follow the instructions and use it however it works best for you. Thanks for watching! ~Carla

[@ryanlafave890]

Just ordered this... this video is over 4 years old and still as relevant as ever. i appreciate your review my dude!!!

[@240LTS]

... 3:40 ... THAT is how I have always installed it. The plate curl hooks the receiver lip. MANY say the bottom plate should be installed 180 degrees so the plate stays flat/parallel/level with the 2x2 hitch tube. What is the reason(s) you install it the way you demonstrated? Thank you for the video, Jeff

[@RunawayRoses]

@240LTS it works that way for us but you can put it on however it works for your setup. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@jamesedmonds1350]

It's just a ( right angle beam clamp ) They have been used in construction for years. They just changed the name and made millions. The industrial ones are half the price.

[@neildodson915]

Just ordered my 2 1/2” one for my Ram 2500. Thank you for this video. A real rattle saver! I just started trailering again. Perfect timing.

[@Fajah69]

This worked for my bike rack. Now the bikes does not go flying all over when transporting.

[@vicpetrishak1077]

Using receiver extension places much unnecessary stress onto the drawbar receiver.

[@nikittak5549]

WOW. Great video, well explained. I was putting on a mobility scooter rack ramp & it was wobbly, bent & all over the place. I was ready to throw it out & couldn't figure out why it was doing so. Now watching this video it has made sense & now I will be buying a hitch clamp, thank you for explaining all of it. N.K

[@playingoutsideafter50]

Awesome information Thanks 👍🏽

[@dono9771]

Great Video but a 5/8"" Grade 8, as your pin will do the same thing for a couple bucks.lol ...

[@cliffbadger1]

how will that work?

[@triathletechink69]

Wow thanks Runaway. I always thought that that noise was normal or it was the ball moving around inside the boat hitch. It is like a clunking sound when I leave from a stop.

[@RunawayRoses]

Dennis Louis, I'm glad this helped you. This clamp sure helped us. Thanks for watching!

[@armandomiranda704]

After towing my 6200# Cougar 1/2 ton trailer fir 3200 miles I’ve noticed that my hitch pin has been wearing badly, what is causing that problem? Will a hitch clamp reduce/eliminate the wear?

[@RunawayRoses]

I can't say for sure but I would think it would help. As cheap as it is, it's probably worth trying. Thanks for watching!

[@MoniJohnson]

This video saved the day. I just bought a new hitch and trailer and had a little too much "wiggling" going on. Thanks for posting this.

[@judithmacdonald363]

I have been living with the play for years!! Thanks, i am going to get one soon. Thanks for doing the vid, very clear both in pics and words.

[@RunawayRoses]

Hi Judith Macdonald, They do work great and you'll be glad you got one once you do. Thanks for the nice comments and watching ~ Todd

[@Hendtrane]

I ordered a drop hitch step and it came with that part. There were no instructions, so I learned how to install it from your video. I see some comments about your installation being backward, but you got me going in the right direction. Thanks!

[@IsambardKingdom]

definitely put the 2" clamp on backwards

[@hhazelhoff1363]

Probably helps prevent theft as well.

[@dcmore8488]

Just found this video and ordered the two-inch version of your two-and-a-half-inch clamp!! Thanks for the video and this should help my cargo carrier from wiggling!!

[@Gale_Force_Raceway]

Been towing my landscape trailer (with rowboat inside) for 18 years... and never thought to get one, BUT now with a new SUV, and a different hitch-- I'm doin this, thanks!! ( I love the anti theft aspect too)

[@chrisgraham2904]

I ordered a DNA Motoring 36" wide Hitch Step Bar from Amazon for accessing roof mount cargo in my Navigator. I later realized that I might need a hitch clamp. When the hitch step arrived, I was very pleased to see that the manufacturer included a hitch clamp in the package.

[@palco22]

I'm new at this RV life and thought I had bought every thing-a-ma-jig I could, well, I guess not ! And that bang and clunk is really annoying and well I was sure we had to live with it but I guess not ! Thanks for the info, now I have one more thing-a-ma-jig to buy. Much appreciated, thanks again.

[@trustme7731]

Concerning the 2-1/2", think about what you have done. You have lifted the hitch with the device so that the entire hitch weight is now carried by the single bolt that tightens it together. The 2" is backwards, according to most manuf. instructions, but at least it clamps the hitch down in the receiver.

[@akbychoice]

The bolt is pulling the hitch down not up.

[@SuperKranf]

Thanks I will purchase one right away!! Enjoyed your informative video.

[@roynelson7613]

We ordered a wheelchair hauler no instructions no nothing we didn't know what it was for we do now thank you my friend for real for real I'll subscribe😎👍👍

[@RickMartinYouTube]

thanks for the education/information....wasn't aware/familiar with the clamp

[@bobbybishop634]

Great video simple to the point and done properly good job and gool looking camper family

[@RunawayRoses]

Thanks 👍

[@railwayhd]

Thank you very much, really help out!

[@ianaintsaying1625]

According to all the photos I've seen you installed the plate of the 2" clamp backwards. The bent part of the plate goes towards the ball.

[@DennisD441]

That’s what I thought that the curved part goes towards the ball!! Do we have confirmation on which is the correct way?? Thanks

[@robertflores477]

Never seen these clamps before...nice video. My set up is ok but I have friends that seem to have that loose fitting? Will share...thanks!

[@Jack-Surreal_Panes]

I installed my u camp with plate up and nuts on top because of the way my receiver is. The plate wouldn't work below. What a difference. Now I need a quick change ball for my jeep 1 7/8 to 2 and another for truck for 2 and 2 5/16.

[@Countryboywatches]

2 in. One the plate is backwards

[@robertgullickson8758]

I just bought one today at Harbor Freight. I like the security feature added to my already locked ball carrier. Thanks for the demo

[@chadi7173]

I wish I'd seen this last week. I just took a small Uhaul 1200 miles moving my daughter to college. It was the most exhausting ride I've ever done. I did air down the tires and that helped some especially with the trailer empty, but, that gadget would of changed everything.

[@shardabowen5436]

Thank You, for the show n tell.

[@Mascotal]

Helps as a anti theft device too.

[@tekball9]

This is very helpful. Another thumbs up for up for you!👍

[@roryolson61]

Thanks for sharing this makes perfect sense. I tried to get one from Amazon before my trip to Sturgis. The package arrived empty! So my trailer swayed and bounced all the way to Omaha. I got to get one of these!

[@rbodell]

My tongue took 2 bolts to remove. If there ain't no place to put a hitch, it ain't going anywhere.

[@bmfilmnut]

I'm sure it works OK the way you've installed it but you mounted the plate backwards from the way all the makers of this type of clamp recommend. Just look at any other video. I really don't see why they recommend having the plate facing the other way and it actually looks like your way makes more sense but I'll find out when I get one of these.

[@gregorykolanek6820]

You put the plate on backwards. The built is bound ! ! !

[@williamko4751]

For the 2", you got it wrong. The raise part of the plate should pointing outside. You had it backward.

[@michaelwest4525]

Thanks for the video . I just hooked up my extension to my 21/2 receiver and was noticing the play and the downward angle and was thinking , if I could get the play out , I would have more clearance . This may be the answer , gonna order one now

[@Boomguy2022]

I use a door shim. Plastic ones work best.

[@markg3947]

I use a cheap muffler clamp.

[@guillermoariast]

Nice and useful video. I'll make myself one hitch clamp

[@fatfairlane]

What happened to hitches that actually fit. The way they use to be made

[@scottpressey1271]

Thanks! The 2 inch clamp worked great! Vid was just what I needed.

[@drscopeify]

Thanks for this, I am new to towing so bought the clamp and it really helps.

[@guiraguira4868]

Hey thanks I don't need to see another videos, I just finish put together my new folding hitch cargo carrier and I was thinking about all extras pcs what all this for?? Clamp, bolts, washers, nuts. Now I know, good video easy explanation.

[@DonzLockz]

Excellent info and demo. Also great to know that it tightens up the hitch pin too.👍🤠🇦🇺

[@DaleHrdlicka]

Too bad you put the clamp on wrong. The bent part goes onto the tow bar - not the receiver. Also, the orientation with the plate on the bottom means you are lifting the entire male hitch and will stretch and loosen the bolts over time. Better to flip the clamp the other way so it pushes down on the hitch bar. blob:null/04a06ca0-31cc-489b-bc90-3c69ddc6a8ff

[@wesleypipelayer7627]

We use a weight distribution hitch. As much torque force as it puts on the gigantic hitch that goes with it, I don’t think it flops around at all. It’s always putting a forward down-angle on it, to pull the back of the truck upwards, like someone holding wheelbarrow. So it doesn’t move at all. I noticed yours is pretty loose. You probably need it. Or maybe a new hitch. Cause that’s damn loose.

[@delvechio5081]

Thx for sharing

[@tedfisk1211]

I got the 2" one and put it on my 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee and the thumping stopped and the silence was golden. I haven't put it on my 4Runner yet as I don't think it is needed.

[@ChatGPTeeh]

Thank you sir

[@stevelavely]

I just got a hitch mount cargo basket and it wobbles like crazy. I am going to get one of these hitch tighteners cause of your video. Thank you.

[@paulstuart3397]

Thanks for the info. Bought a hitch mounted ladder rack system and it came with a U type clamp and didn’t know what it was as I’ve never needed anything like that. Also, great info on the security side, so I’ll be attaching it for that purpose alone. Thanks again.

[@billiamc1969]

Thanks for your excellent suggestion...

[@wes-yt]

Thanks for the explanation. Much appreciated! 😀

[@SilkDomi]

Great thanks!

[@jibberoverjava]

Thank you! Perfect video. Going to buy one right away. BTW, it's INCREDIBLE you and my brother are identical twins! Gotta be about the same age too...shake my head! You'd be amazed too if you saw him.

[@RunawayRoses]

That's pretty cool! Thanks for watching!

[@jdoe7673]

Thanks but I think according to all the instructions I see you mounted it wrong.. The bent flange goes to the rear not under the receiver.. You may want to recheck it... But that is what my instructions say and all the other video's show also...

[@RunawayRoses]

Hi J Doe, You are correct my instructions showed the same yours. I have used it that way but I have also found that depending on which hitch mount I use it works best in different directions. I've also had to use in on top of the hitch mount. I found that putting the bent flange over the reinforced lip of the hitch really help hold it tight and in place. The Ubolt my be at a slight angle but still works well. I recommend you follow the instructions for your hitch clamp. Thanks for commenting and watching! ~ Todd

[@r0b3z97]

Harbor freight has them 👏🏻👏🏻 They work great!

[@tedconder9254]

Thank You for showing me how to install the clamp I was doing it so wrong.

[@ahomeinpisgahontheroad4481]

Thank you!

[@davidw_52]

Thanks for the video, buying one today.

[@barbaracarrier]

OMG! THANK YOU for this video! The rattle was driving me crazy. I had no idea that a "hitch clamp" even existed. :)

[@tommymadux3646]

On the 2” hitch lock you need to flip the metal plate around so the bent part is on the hitch. Also when a trailer is on there I don’t see the issue with it being a tad loose. Most trucks my entire life have had some play and one you learn how it’s moving around it’s no biggie. Now I can see it helping to keep the noise down when your not pulling a trailer but when the trailer is hooked up not needed.

[@ogdenphotographics]

Thanks for the vid..btw mfgrs or at least Rhino Hitch clamps directions are the ‘lip’ should be in FRONT.. of the receiver not behind. Just sayin. If you sitting as you are the lip should be closer to you. Either way thanks for the recommendation it worked well. Rhino Anti rattle clamp was the product i used. Thanks Bud

[@LetsRVtv]

Awesome tip. Thanks!

[@TheMongo1357]

I installed the 2in HAUL MASTER hitch tightener on my Chevy Silverado Trail Boss two days ago and this morning, the clamp just SNAPPED while my truck was parked with no load on the hitch! Is there another brand I can use??

[@JonathanDavies-hm6kl]

👍 🎉

[@josephknowles9015]

Thank You

[@artieshell9205]

Genius !

[@ronniejordan7151]

This was so helpful. I stopped using my hitches, because of this. You are so helpful. Thank You Sir!

[@kiyomiswan4871]

thanks so much,if not for this video i wundnt known. such a simple and practical formfitting trick...a must!

[@Pilot545]

Never heard of these. Gonna take a look at my setup next time we head out to see how much play is in ours. If there is, looks like a hitch clamp will be in my future. Thanks for the vid!

[@RunawayRoses]

Michael Godsey thank you and thanks for watching!

[@LindenRanch]

I like this. Never heard of it. Definitely adds security. urity

[@JeLifeCoach]

Thank you for this info. Helped me immensely as I try to figure out my setup.

[@MrZACATECANO100]

Thank you, Sir 👍🏽

[@helmutc.vanyumcookie8197]

Made it myself ..... for free. : )

[@sheldonmurray4016]

Thanks for your help. First time I got a trailer

[@gregchamberlain7554]

I was looking to see how these work, and found what you had created. I'm sorry but every manufacturer I have looked at is showing that you installed that clamp incorrectly. You actually have it backwards.

[@ombatexec]

Thanks for the great tips, guys! Didn't know they existed until now.

[@ernestoo8309]

Don't know why you had to play hero but THANKS a mil... for no reason at all you had to go help folk with same issues... Very smart observations and again... Thanks!

[@johnericsonthecorvettekid1856]

I have a flagpole hitch for the back of my trailblazer that shakes a lot and I have that 2in. clamp and it works really well.