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๐Ÿšš Curt 40047 RockerBall: Ultimate Cushion Hitch Trailer Ball - 7,500 lbs Capacity, 2-Inch Diameter, 1-Inch Shank Review

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Description of ๐Ÿšš Curt 40047 RockerBall: Ultimate Cushion Hitch Trailer Ball - 7,500 lbs Capacity, 2-Inch Diameter, 1-Inch Shank

SHOCKDROP TECHNOLOGY. This cushion hitch ball has an integrated cushion isolator that dynamically reacts to bumps, vibrations and uneven roads, giving you more comfort, control and confidence while towing. INCREASED COMFORT. The RockerBall trailer ball absorbs jerking, jarring, rattling and noise at the coupling point, unlike a traditional metal-on-metal trailer connection, providing a more comfortable ride for driver and passengers. ENHANCED CONTROL. The unique cushion hitch isolator in the tow ball offers enhanced driver control, especially in events of sudden braking, limiting the effects of trailer chucking and jerking. MAINTENANCE-FREE. The RockerBall anti-rattle hitch ball is virtually maintenance-free. It has no airbag or bearings to service. A grease zerk fitting allows for easy, continuous lubrication for long-lasting use. EASY TO INSTALL. This shock-absorbing hitch ball fits onto a standard ball mount. The anti-swivel base fits over a 2-1/2-inch ball tongue. Ball Diameter- 2 inch.

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Revainrating 5 out of 5

The best accessory for towing. 10,000km!

Works great, makes a difference when towing. Less shock, current and vibration. I said that a boat from Florida to Maryland and a trailer from Florida to Virginia and back makes a noticeable improvement.

Pros
  • Easy to use
Cons
  • Ugly packaging

Revainrating 4 out of 5

great product

I can't believe the difference in towing my trailer. No more jerking and pressing. Good soft pull. The only problem is that there should be a cap at the bottom of the ball to cover the oiler. It's too vulnerable to road debris and anything it can hit while driving.

Pros
  • Nice packaging
Cons
  • Some imperfections

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Seesaw ball on hitches and winches

Well I put the ball on and it lifted my trailer so you may need to use a different bracket. The only thing I can say is that it works, but at first it scared me because it made a thud when I stopped and said, but otherwise everything was fine. Now it's rusting, most of the chrome is coming off

Pros
  • Satisfied so far
Cons
  • Updates available

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Malfunction. Broke during installation.

Wings that were supposed to fall off either side of the hitch ball mount bent when torque was (properly) applied during installation. RockerBall is useless now. It is not on the axis of the car and is unsafe. Of course, the lock washer will bind and the nut won't loosen, so the ball hitch mount is useless as well. I have contacted Curt support for a replacement or refund and am awaiting a response from them. I will update this review if/when the issue is resolved.

Pros
  • Weight
Cons
  • Definitely bad product

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Didn't work as advertised!

I received this ball hitch hoping it will work as advertised. But it actually twitched a lot more than my standard 2-inch ball hitch. I don't know if it was just broken, but after the first tow I went back and checked to see if it was properly tightened and properly seated, which it was. Went after another tug and it did the same thing, it kept twitching, needless to say I put my old one back on and this one back on. Maybe you're luckier than me. The ball and clutch are very well done and theโ€ฆ

Pros
  • hands free
Cons
  • something else

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great solution for long-distance U-trailers

I rented a 12ft U-trailer for commuting and even when loaded it tended to make a lot of noise to do, and you could feel it twitching around your back. I bought a hitch tensioner which helped but didn't eliminate the constant shaking and noise in the rear when the trailer hits bumps. For my next ride I'll be doing 1400 miles on another 16ft run and don't expect the same experience. I bought the rockerball which not only made the trailer quieter but also eliminated the wobbling and jerking. Iโ€ฆ

Pros
  • High marks for support and durability from testers
Cons
  • Almost ok

I just drove 3,600 miles round trip from Oklahoma to the east coast of Florida pulling a two wheeled tow truck with a 3,000 pound car attached. The tractor was a Class C motor home on an F350 Super Duty chassis. Lots of construction sites on highways with rough roads where my regular hitch rattled and vibrated all over the car. After installing this new generation hitch, I was amazed at how much better my towing experience was, with less vibration and a lot less rumble. Installation was easyโ€ฆ

Pros
  • Best
Cons
  • Reliability

I was tossing between a stabilizer kit and this rocker ball and gave Kurt a call and they were fantastic. We looked at many options, including options for a hitch with a built-in swing. If you don't currently have sway issues but would like to feel less when going over bumps and stopping, this is a great option. Now you also need to make sure you have the right hitch in place so the towed implement is level. Note that this ball adds about 1 inch more for the rocking mechanism, once you're level

Pros
  • Cool product
Cons
  • Functionality

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Malfunction. Broke during installation.

Wings that were to be installed on either side of the hitch ball mount flexed when torque was (properly) applied during installation. RockerBall is useless now. It is not on the axis of the car and is unsafe. Of course, the lock washer will bind and the nut won't loosen, so the ball hitch mount is useless as well. I have contacted Curt support for a replacement or refund and am awaiting a response from them. I will update this review if/when the issue is resolved.

Pros
  • EASY INSTALLATION. This shock absorbing hitch ball mounts on a standard ball mount. The anti-rotation base slides onto a 2-1/2" ball tab. Ball Diameter - 2 in.
Cons
  • Wrinkled