What Size Wrench is Needed for a 2" Hitch Ball with 1 Inch Diameter Shank

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The nut size is 1.5inch yet the info states Requires socket size: 1-7/8. Should I not need a 1.5inch socket as 1 7/8inch is too large? Thanks

asked by: Jimmie

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You will need a 1-1/2" wrench like part # C20001 in order to install the nut on the 2" Hitch Ball part # 63845. A 1-7/8" wrench would be much too large.

expert reply by: Conner L

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