This tool makes it easy to install, remove, and carry your heavy weight distribution head assembly. No need to strain your back or get dirty or oily. It uses leverage to enable better distribution of weight for easy and clean maneuvering.
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Note: The HitchGrip cannot fit around a ball neck with a diameter greater than 1-5/16".
Easily Install, Remove, and Carry Your Hitch Head
The HitchGrip is a simple tool that makes it easy to install, remove, and maneuver your weight distribution head assembly. Dealing with an oversized ball mount or heavy weight distribution head can be a real headache. These assemblies can be heavy, awkward to handle, dirty, and genuinely uncooperative. But with the HitchGrip carrying tool, you can do what is needed with your assembly as quickly, cleanly, and painlessly as possible.
The HitchGrip makes it easy to get a good grip on your head assembly. As a result, you won't drop your expensive, heavy equipment, nor will you strain your back trying to awkwardly carry it. It also allows for proper leverage so that you don't have to wiggle and shake the assembly to install or remove it. This saves time and eliminates frustration. And because you don't actually have to touch your head assembly when you use the HitchGrip, you can avoid getting grease and grime onto your hands. This allows you to go from task to task without needing to clean your hands in between.
How to Use the HitchGrip Carrying Tool
First, position the HitchGrip to the side of your hitch ball with the handle pointing toward the rear of your vehicle. Then tilt the tool downward and slide it onto the ball to engage. Make sure that the HitchGrip is centered over the ball mount or hitch head so that the weight will be evenly distributed. Then lift up on the handle of the HitchGrip so that the carbide tips grip the underside of the ball. Once the tool has a good grip on the ball, you can carry and maneuver your ball mount with ease. When you install your ball mount in your hitch receiver, you can also use the HitchGrip to easily line up the hitch pin holes.
Recommended Clearance for Drop Hitches
If your ball mount or head assembly is in the drop position, the HitchGrip may not work on your setup. In order to ensure a good grip and proper leverage, it is recommended that you have no more than 4-1/4" between the top of the hitch head and the top of your trailer hitch receiver. If there isn't enough space between the tool and the top of the hitch head you may not be able to get your hand securely around the handle.
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (288 Customer Reviews)
This tool makes it easy to install, remove, and carry your heavy weight distribution head assembly. No need to strain your back or get dirty or oily. It uses leverage to enable better distribution of weight for easy and clean maneuvering.First tool I ever bought from an email ad. But I trust etrailer. This tool is very clever. One handed lift of your weight distributing hitch head. No more need to squat down and lift with 2 hands…its awesome.
Stephen - 05/09/2022It is amazing how this little ergonomic tool makes the handling of the heavy equalizer hitch so easy. This 76 year old body thanks the creator of this device. It allows you to handle the load with one hand and in a more favorable body position. I would even suggest it for the ladies that may be RVing as they would likely not need assistance. Well done. I was also pleased that, unlike so many other products today, this tool is made in the USA.
Corny - 05/14/2022
With a bad back it's much easier to lift with one hand and applying the lift pressure to my good side! Already sold a couple more for you to RV buddies! Thanks for the great product!
I love this Hitch Grip tool. At 74 years it has simplified this simple act of moving, removing, and installing the larger heavier hitch we got when upgraded our sway control. It is on my pre-trip checklist...don't leave home without it.
Frank B - 12/08/2021Very handy to carry the ball without having to grab the whole thing. This is really helpful for the weight distribution I have, it's heavy (see photo). The other advantage is if you need to swap out your draw bar/ball and don't feel like, this helps. Thanks to George for the updates!
Dave S - 04/14/2019I can’t complain about this tool. It works great. Always nervous hitch will fall out landing on my foot but it hasn’t yet after multiple uses. Makes putting hitch in the receiver super easy.
Single best invention ever made in the history of trailer parts. Not a speck of grease on my hands at all now. Brilliant !!
Kirk P - 11/19/2021This is in my top 5 tools to ever purchase. This holder makes it so easy to carry that heavy hitch to the truck and use it to insert into the receiver. Absolutely the most valuable tool for my rv. This hitch weighs approximately 80 lbs, with the tool it is much easier to handle and not drop on my foot.
I got this product to help me lift and carry my weight distribution hitch since I often hitch and unhitch my trailer by myself. As a woman in my 60's being able to handle the hitch without having to "wrap my arms around it" and get grease on my clothes is a really good thing!
Robbie - 07/30/2021This will save my 78 year old back. Lift with your legs they tell me. This device takes away the awkwardness of lifting 60 lb Blue Ox hitch.
OK,I just got this thing and am asked for a review. Not possible with this short of time but I can tell you that after trying it out that it is will make moving the hitch much safer and easier that before as long as it holds up. Only time will tell. I don't give 5 stars for anything as nothing is perfect.
Does the job it is supposed to do and eliminates the greasy or dirty hands that would otherwise tough the ball. It makes for an easier transfer from it's storage areato inszerting it into the truck receiver. Excellent addition to my RV
This was a gift for my son in law. He found it very useful and can now move hitch with out getting grease off of him.
Excellent item, built and works well, makes installation and removal of hitch easy.
I use this for picking and carrying my WDH ball and shank. Works well handling this heavy shank while installing it into the truck receiver.
This is a great addition. It provides an easy way to pick up my hitch without getting greasy or straining my back. Wish I invented it!
Makes handling weight distribution head very easy for on and off.
The product is built well, but depending on the size and weight of the hitch you are using it on you will still be required to use a lot of physical strength to carry heavy hitches.
Hitchgrip carrying tool works perfectly on my heavy hitch for my F-250....I couldn't ne happier !
I purchased a few of these for my mechanics to have with them. I have been told that it has helped with picking up hitches and haven't had any pinched fingers.
Product works well. Makes it much easier to change the hitch.
After 1 year of use, I'm a believer. Product works like it should, makes carrying heavy hitches effortless. Would recommend.
For a 80+ yr old, makes carrying and installing hitch to vehicle possible.
This works very well. Hitch unit is still heavy but this handy tool makes it much easier to carry and install. After installing hitch in receiver I just throw it in the bed of the truck. So it’s there when I get to my camp site I can take hitch out. Also cleaner on hands and clothes.
Larry - 03/17/2021Much easier and cleaner to lift the hit ch
Catherine - 11/27/2021
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