Locking hitch pin that isn't junk?

[Jeremy556]

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.

 

[Endlessblockades]

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!

 

[DAW89446]

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.

 

[jmcelroy]

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.