Thread: D4 2" square trailer receiver hitch..

I've put some runs of low-penetration weld then ground them flat to make it a tighter fit, although it still rattles a little.

A couple of packing plates seems to work fine.

Ive seen a device I only just located, doesn't look overly complicated from 'StowAway' on Amazon. I'm yet to visit a caravan/trailer joint tomorrow, if its legal in Aus then i'm pretty sure it would be there.

Hmm, I could make one of those, albeit with the u-bolt inverted and with a plate for the nuts, and a shorter U-bolt too.

It's a standard cable ladder fitting. We've got a sample in the office somewhere. I think I might nick it.
EzyStrut - E2785 Beam Clamp

Would you look at that! thanks Mick. Is that the kind of think i'd find in a Bunnings type hardware store or a little more building specific? I'm near Griffith NSW.

I use a 100mmx75mm Jockey wheel u bolt (from autobarn etc.) with a flat plate of steel drilled to fit. The u bolt loops over the receiver and the flat plate pulls up any slop when you do up. You can orient it to take the play out in any direction - I use it to pull the hitch to the left or right - if you have something light on probably using it to tighten down might be better. I use it for a hitch mount motorcycle carrier which is pretty heavy and this takes out all movement and it rides well.
Hopefully this pic works and shows enough to give idea.

I just use DUCT tape and replace it every now and then.

Ryall