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09-15-2016, 01:27 PM
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Senior Member
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Location: Charlotte
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HitchGrip HG712 Hitch Coupling Tool
I've had my eyes on a HitchGrip HG712 Coupling Tool for some time now because I've got a bad back and I hate getting greasy hands, but I couldn't justify spending $36.
Amazon dropped the price to around $26 so I jumped on it and I'm glad I did.
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09-15-2016, 01:41 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2016
Location: Fairview, Oregon
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I almost bought one too. But I bought a 5th wheel instead....
Seriously, had I kept my TT, I would have bought one. It looks like a back saver!
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Fairview, Oregon
2017 Jayco 321RSTS
2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD
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09-15-2016, 01:42 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by John7349
I almost bought one too. But I bought a 5th wheel instead....
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I bet ur 5th wheel cost more that $26 hehehe
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09-15-2016, 01:48 PM
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Location: Minnesota
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I have been thinking about buying one. $26 is a much better price. Have you used it much? What are your honest thoughts?
I throw my back out (again) this time while tearing my rotatory cuff. So I have been making my eldest do the hitch work. He really does not like it, it is heavy, and weights half as much as he does.
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09-15-2016, 01:54 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Jagiven
What are your honest thoughts?
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It's a no-brainer; I've used it twice and I'm totally sold on it. It's a well made tool.
I keep the head of my Equal-i-zer WHD lubed up pretty good and this eliminates the mess.
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09-15-2016, 02:06 PM
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Location: Southern Indiana
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Thanks for the heads up, I just ordered one. After watching the video of the guy hunched over walking the hitch to his TV, I said, that's me. No more aching back....
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2013 Jayco Jay Feather X23B (She Gone)
2014 Ford Expedition
Gerard
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09-15-2016, 02:09 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by glsimms
After watching the video of the guy hunched over walking the hitch to his TV, I said, that's me. No more aching back....
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I hear that... hehehe
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09-15-2016, 04:59 PM
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Location: Newburgh
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Probably the best money I've spent so far on any accessories! It's a fantastic tool...
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2022 33RBTS
Progressive Industries EMS - Hardwired
Equalizer 4 Point WDH
2021 Ford F350 7.3
Air Lift Rear Bags w/ On Board Compressor (Pending)
2016 28BHBE - (Traded and Missed already)
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09-15-2016, 06:57 PM
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Location: San Antonio
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I have been wondering about and looking at this tool myself. So as wanderlust did I could not pass up on the lower price and bought one myself.
I just upgraded to the 14K Equalizer and the 2.5" shank so I am really hoping this will make moving the hitch head around easier.
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2022 F250 6.2L 4.30 Lariat Crew Cab
2017 Jayco Jay flight 28BHBE
Equalizer 14K Brand WDH (2.5" Shank)
2013 Jayco Jay Flight 26BH (Sold)
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09-15-2016, 07:10 PM
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Location: Everett
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Quote:
Originally Posted by wanderlust
It's a no-brainer; I've used it twice and I'm totally sold on it. It's a well made tool.
I keep the head of my Equal-i-zer WHD lubed up pretty good and this eliminates the mess.
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Nice tool I'm sold. What kind of lube do you buy and do you put it on the ball? Also there is a grease fitting on my WDH can anyone tell me what color of grease I should use? Or have suggestions on a brand?
Thanks in advance!
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2018 Outdoors RV 25RDS, 2016 F-350 Lariat, 3” lift, 35” tires, Pro Performance track bar, RAS Suspension, & Recurve R-3 WD hitch.
2016 Whitehawk 25BHS
2016 F-150 Lariat ecoboost
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09-15-2016, 09:26 PM
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Location: Southern Indiana
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Dropnaduece
Nice tool I'm sold. What kind of lube do you buy and do you put it on the ball? Also there is a grease fitting on my WDH can anyone tell me what color of grease I should use? Or have suggestions on a brand?
Thanks in advance!
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I use a white spray lithium grease on both the ball and inside the tongue. Color really doesn't matter as it will get that nice "greasy" look....
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2013 Jayco Jay Feather X23B (She Gone)
2014 Ford Expedition
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09-15-2016, 09:32 PM
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Senior Member
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Location: Indiana
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HitchGrip works so well I wish I'd had it sooner. No more grease on me, no more deadlifting that awkward, toe smashing hitch! You won't be sorry
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1999 Suburban 2500 4x4
2016 Jayflight 23RB Elite, Fiberglass, Polar Package
400w Renogy RV solar kit w/ Bluetooth, 100w Renogy solar suitcase
430 amp/hr 6v battery bank
1000w Renogy hard wired inverter
2011 F350 Lariat, DWR 4x4, 6.7 turbo diesel
2017 Open Range, Mesa Ridge 374BHS
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09-15-2016, 10:26 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Los Lunas, New Mexico
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Looks like a lot of HitchGrip users out there. I bought mine on sale 2 years ago and think its the best thing since hot buttered bread. Can't live without it now and no more back straining.
Happy RVing,
Jeff
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2009 F150 Supercab UNICORN, 5.4L ,3.73, HD and Max Tow Packages, Timbrens, Bilstein shocks.
Wet bolt kit. Andersen Ultimate 20K hitch. TST 507RV TPMS. Hydro Life HL-200. 16" Goodyear Endurance. Progressive EMS. SteadyFast Stabilizers. Furion backup camera.
Best friend wife, Di, and dog Cooper. RETIRED
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09-16-2016, 06:11 AM
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Location: San Antonio
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If you are looking at getting a HitchGrip- Rvupgrades.com has the Hitchgrip tool for $19.95 +shipping. A bit lower than Amazon unless you have "Prime" and depending where you live. If you purchase more than $99.00 worth of stuff from them shipping is free.
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2022 F250 6.2L 4.30 Lariat Crew Cab
2017 Jayco Jay flight 28BHBE
Equalizer 14K Brand WDH (2.5" Shank)
2013 Jayco Jay Flight 26BH (Sold)
CMSgt USAF (Ret)
"GO BLUE". University of Michigan
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09-16-2016, 05:52 PM
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Location: Everett
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Thx just picked some up!
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2018 Outdoors RV 25RDS, 2016 F-350 Lariat, 3” lift, 35” tires, Pro Performance track bar, RAS Suspension, & Recurve R-3 WD hitch.
2016 Whitehawk 25BHS
2016 F-150 Lariat ecoboost
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09-16-2016, 06:11 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Dropnaduece
What kind of lube do you buy and do you put it on the ball?!
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I use Liquid Wrench White Lithium Grease on the outside to the 2 sockets where the bars go into on the head. I don't put any on the ball; should I?
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09-16-2016, 06:13 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by havnfun
best thing since hot buttered bread.
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You got that right.
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09-16-2016, 06:38 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Explorer03
unless you have "Prime"
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I love Amazon Prime. If it's not on Amazon, I don't need it... hehehe
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09-16-2016, 07:05 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Explorer03
If you are looking at getting a HitchGrip- Rvupgrades.com has the Hitchgrip tool for $19.95 +shipping. A bit lower than Amazon unless you have "Prime" and depending where you live. If you purchase more than $99.00 worth of stuff from them shipping is free.
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X2, RV Upgrades has some excellent prices and this hitch grip is even cheaper than Amazon. As Explorer03 said, if you order enough for $99 shipping is free.
I recently ordered a Stromberg Carlson Trailer Tray from them. It was less than
$200, when Amazon and Stromberg had it for $20 and $80 dollars more, respectively. Their trailer tray was even cheaper than most people sold the S/C Bike Bunk for.
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09-16-2016, 07:47 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Valparaiso
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Buy the Hitch Grip. It seems expensive but I personally think it is well worth the price. Like a previous post, I also use white lithium grease. I started using the spray first and ended up with a little overspray on the truck so I went back to the lithium in the tube.
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2022 Ram 2500 4WD Crew Cab Short Bed
2023 Jayco Eagle HT 30.5CKTS Fifth Wheel
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