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Old 11-11-2021, 02:17 AM #16
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If you use a locking pin, also buy a good drill and several bits, a 5lbs hammer and give yourself an extra 30min before you try and use it. Been there 3 times.
Exactly what I'm trying to avoid. I looked up most of the pins recommended in this thread and I see so many reviews saying they are crap. I'm starting think there is not a good one anywhere.
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Exactly what I'm trying to avoid. I looked up most of the pins recommended in this thread and I see so many reviews saying they are crap. I'm starting think there is not a good one anywhere.
I’m only giving feedback because the DuraSafe I listed lasted and worked well. I wouldn’t have posted otherwise.

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I’m only giving feedback because the DuraSafe I listed lasted and worked well. I wouldn’t have posted otherwise.

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Thanks for your suggestion. I actually did not see any real reviews for that one. Just someone saying it did not fit their Tacoma. Maybe that's the one I should try. It's really not that important that I have to replace some cheap pin every couple of years. I just don't want to be stuck somewhere needing to get it off and the key won't work.
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With the offerings, I would consider using a stainless steel bolt and two nuts followed by cranking the sucker on good and tight.
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With the offerings, I would consider using a stainless steel bolt and two nuts followed by cranking the sucker on good and tight.
Which are now galled into being unremovable without destruction, just like most locking pins.
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There's a huge market for someone that designs a great locking hitch pin.

Maybe we should as Apple to do it ...
We'll all be lining up to buy the $800 locking hitch pin that comes in a fancy box and unlocks based on facial recognition, secured an an electromagnetic locking mechanism, which eventually only locks for short periods of time after a software update.
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Weird there isn't a bombproof solution for this as lock pin becomes another weak link if you're using a shackle for a recovery point. I have a first gen Factor 55 shackle mount but I have avoided using it for recovery for this reason. I'm leaning towards an oversized ultra-grade bolt and nut. On the other hand, maybe the shear strength of good quality locking pin is enough. bottom line - Don't skimp!
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If you build a ten foot wall to protect yourself from thieves, they just buy an eleven foot ladder.

Fortunately, I live in a very rural area and don’t need a locking pin. But I do have one. Both pins are only in place for the duration of my towing needs, which is generally only hours. Both are stowed in a tote inside my 4Runner.

My locking pin is simply a cheap Harbor Freight pin, which I’ve had several years. I don’t think it’s ever seen a raindrop or snowflake, so I cannot comment on its durability. Being a Harbor Freight item, I doubt it has any durability. But it’s worked for me.
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We'll all be lining up to buy the $800 locking hitch pin that comes in a fancy box and unlocks based on facial recognition, secured an an electromagnetic locking mechanism, which eventually only locks for short periods of time after a software update.

Don't forget that it only works with stingers from the same manufacturer so you can throw all your existing 2" hitch parts away.
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