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Hitch Tightener, Anti-Rattle Stabilizer for 2 Inch and 1.25 Inch Hitches. Made in USA.

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Brand StowAway
Item Weight 1.59 Pounds
Vehicle Service Type Vehicles with Trailer Hitches
Material Stainless Steel
Finish Type Powder Coated

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  • SECURE: Hitch tightener prevents rattling, wobbling, rocking and hitch movement for cargo carriers, hitch racks, bike racks and trailer ball mount brands such as Thule, Rola, Yakima, Inno, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Reese and StowAway
  • INCLUDED: A heavy-duty 1/2 inch stainless steel U-bolt and 5/16" thick powder coated plate that will stand up to all weather conditions and loads. Easy installation by sliding the U-bolt over the stinger, sliding the tightener plate onto the U bolt, and tightening it in place with the included corrosion resistant hardware. Can be mounted from the bottom if hitch ground clearance is low
  • COMPATIBILITY: Hitch tightener is compatible with all hitch brands, including Curt, Blue Ox, Hidden Hitch and U-Haul, among others, and hitch classes I, II, III, and IV (1, 2, 3 and 4), both 2” and 1.25” models, ideal for hitches on SUV’s, vans, trucks, RV’s, sedans and trailers.
  • SUPERIOR DESIGN: Original anti-rattle hitch tightener design is one of the strongest and most effective on the market
  • WARRANTY: Manufactured in the USA with a lifetime warranty
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Customer Ratings
Easy to install
4.8
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Value for money
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Stability
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4.7
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Sturdiness
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4.7
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Carbon Steel
Alloy Steel
Alloy Steel
Stainless Steel, Alloy Steel
Alloy Steel
finish type
Powder Coated
Powder Coated
Powder Coated
Powder Coated
Powder Coated
Powder Coated

Product Description

Stowaway2 Hitch Tightener. Prevents hitch wobble, easy to install, for 2" or 1.25" hitches.

The Original Hitch Tightener - Made In The USA

The StowAway Hitch Tightener is a proven solution to prevent hitch movement — whether it be for a bike rack, cargo rack, spare tire mount, trailer or pretty much anything else you’re towing or carrying in your hitch. Our anti-wobble kit fits 2” and 1.25” hitches and effectively prevents rattling, wobbling, rocking, and movement behind your vehicle caused by a common hitch connection. The stainless steel U-bolt and heavy-duty powder coated tightening plate are specifically designed to endure weather and heavy loads. Simply slide the sturdy U-bolt over the hitch bar, install the anti-rattle tightening plate and listen to that sweet sound of silence! It’s as easy as that. The StowAway Hitch Tightener is a high-quality American made product for the hitch rack and trailering market.

Features:

  • Prevents hitch rattle & wobble
  • Easy to install
  • Works with most hitch and bike racks
  • Available for 2" and 1.25" hitches
  • Heavy-duty stainless steel U-bolt
  • Heavy-duty tightening plate with powder coat finish
  • Hardware included
  • Manufactured in the USA

Stowaway2 Hitch Tightener parts diagram.

The Stowaway Hitch Tightener effectively stabilizes a wide variety of hitch carriers & racks

The Hitch Tightener stabilizes the Stowaway2 Cargo Carrier.

The Hitch Tightener stabilizes the Stowaway2 Cargo Rack.

The Hitch Tightener stabilizes the Stowaway2 Bike Rack

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Stowaway Hitch Cargo Rack

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Customer reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
4,721 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the performance, noise, quality and ease of installation of the tow hitch. For example, they mention it works well, eliminates rattle and sway and is well made. Some appreciate the appearance. That said, opinions are mixed on fit, movement and ease.

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946 customers mention917 positive29 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the tow hitch. They mention that it works well enough, it corrects the issue perfectly, and it's easy to install. Some say that the price is reasonable.

"...It works great! I went from being constantly worried my bike was going to fly away to almost forgetting it was there...." Read more

"Worked as intended!" Read more

"easy to install, works as advertised" Read more

"Great product, very effective, and high quality components...." Read more

613 customers mention574 positive39 negative

Customers are satisfied with the noise produced by the tow hitch. They mention that it eliminates rattling, wobble, vibration, and sway. It also works perfectly to quell those wobbles and stops the dreaded pounding/clunk noise.

"...It now sits nice and solid with virtually no movement horizontally or vertically. One note when installing it...." Read more

"...a secure connection to the drawbar and hitch, and stops the dreaded pounding/clunk noise that would reverberate through the cabin when we would go..." Read more

"...This won't rust and can take some serious torque on the nuts.Now my hitch is nice and quiet...." Read more

"...This little gadget solves that problem. It adds great stability No matter the size of the load. And it only takes a minute to put it on...." Read more

516 customers mention468 positive48 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the hitch tightener. They mention it's well-made, stout, and solid. The material doesn't deform and does not cause any damage to the tow hitch. The stabilizer is much heftier than expected and should provide a long, reliable service life if not abused.

"...nuts did not back out or loosen from what I could tell, none of the material deformed or did any damage to my tow hitch or carrier... it worked like..." Read more

"...trailer that we pull is only 500lbs fully loaded, and this doesn't cause any undue strain or wear and tear on the drawbar or receiver end...." Read more

"...As a few others have noted, this is much higher quality components (metals used, grade of hardware, nice powdercoat finish, thickness of plate) than..." Read more

"...Simple and foolproof. Made a very thick heavy duty steel, this thing should last a lifetime...." Read more

380 customers mention364 positive16 negative

Customers find the installation of the tow hitch to be easy. They mention that the instructions are great, and the product is simple to use.

"...The package comes with minimal instructions, but that's really all you need...." Read more

"easy to install, works as advertised" Read more

"...And it only takes a minute to put it on. Simple and foolproof. Made a very thick heavy duty steel, this thing should last a lifetime...." Read more

"...a dramatic improvement . . Very easy to install and also to take off when through with the cargo basket / or trailer...." Read more

52 customers mention52 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the tow hitch. They mention that it has a great design, is simple in design, and does not look or feel cheap. The tightener works great and is better than more expensive brands. The paint coating on the plate looks like grade 8 nuts and washers, and it's a nice touch for your Cargo Carrier.

"...(metals used, grade of hardware, nice powdercoat finish, thickness of plate)..." Read more

"...Very, very nice." Read more

"...Well made, simple smart design that works. Keep a 3/4" gear type wrench is handy...." Read more

"Item is great looking and works very well" Read more

116 customers mention73 positive43 negative

Customers are mixed about the fit of the tow hitch. Some mention that it fits well and does the job, while others say that it was really sloppy and impossible to fit together. The dimensions of the hitch are 2-3/16" and is plenty wide enough to fit a 2" perfectly. However, some customers also mention that the threaded rods are too short.

"...We used it recently on a two hour trip at highway speeds, and it stayed tight and secure the entire time...." Read more

"...plates so the 1 ¼” rack can be used with a 2” hitch, however the fit is a bit loose which causes the rack to wobble...." Read more

"...So far so good - the StowAway install was easy, and it's stayed tight. No rattle or sway - at all. It seems plenty burly - and fits great...." Read more

"...I have a class III receiver and this product fits like a glove. My previous anti-rattle device was a locking anti-rattle pin...." Read more

108 customers mention69 positive39 negative

Customers are mixed about the movement of the tow hitch. Some mention that it works as designed and solves the movement issue and rattle problem. However, others say that it still allows the bike rack to wobble.

"...It now sits nice and solid with virtually no movement horizontally or vertically. One note when installing it...." Read more

"...used with a 2” hitch, however the fit is a bit loose which causes the rack to wobble...." Read more

"...thing works like a charm; ball mount is tight and quiet, with no movement whatsoever...." Read more

"...loaded on the Carrier with this Stabilizer in place, it moves the entire truck which indicates perfect rigidity...." Read more

63 customers mention37 positive26 negative

Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the tow hitch. Some mention it's easy to install and improves the towing experience, making it less fatiguing. It's great for motorcycle haulers that sit sideways behind SUV's and trucks, and it makes towing less fatuing. However, others say that it'd be great if there was an additional tightening bolt. That said, some say they need tools to tighten it enough.

"This is a great add-on to your hitch. It is well made and it works as intended, it prevents hitch movements...." Read more

"...The u-bolt moved away from the hitch on the car which allows the bike rack to still wobble...." Read more

"...Very heavily built. Also like that it can be used with anything I have in my hitch (bike rack, hitch haul, etc)." Read more

"...This showed that the u-bolt in the StowAway Hitch Tightener is way too soft...." Read more

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5 Stars
Well worth the investment
I purchase the StowAway Hitch Tightener to work with the CURT Cargo Carrier which I was ordering a the same time.(My vehicle - 2015 Chevy Tahoe - Factory tow package)This will be my first time ever using a cargo / trailer hitch so I really wasn't familiar with a lot of the terms and potential issues that were being talked about in reviews and Q&A.In on of the reviews a person recommended this hitch tightener.After installing the cargo basket I tried to wiggle and bounce the cargo basket and just like the review indicated there was a lot of play . . a lot more then I would want going across this country on Interstate 80 at 75mph.I installed this hitch tightener as instructed with no problem. I bounced tested it in my garage and also on the road . . . a dramatic improvement . . Very easy to install and also to take off when through with the cargo basket / or trailer.Very good heavy duty quality.PS - As you might have noticed from the picture I also bought and installed a locking hitch pin. With the cargo basket I bought being very light I felt it was very vulnerable to possible theft so that is the reason for the purchase. Keep in mind and you might see this that if a professional wants to steal your carrier or trailer they can . . A locking pin will stop the random theft, deter, delay or even draw attention to a theft in progress . .
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This little device did exactly what i was hoping it would do; tighten and secure my 2" receiver bar. It now sits nice and solid with virtually no movement horizontally or vertically. One note when installing it. most receiver hitches have some type of chain loop for the breakaway chains on the towed vehicle. On my hitch this is a flat plate with two holes in it, see the first photo. This plate is just thick enough to screw up the install of this hitch tightener. Make "sure" the flat part of the hitch tightener is sitting flat on the receiver lip only and not on that chain plate (photos 2 & 3) or you'll never get the hitch bar to tighten up, no matter how hard your torque down on the nuts. The angled portion of the hitch tightener appears to be designed to make up for the added thickness of the lip on the receiver end. However on my vehicle that chain plate is actually a fraction thicker than the lip and this is just enough to mess things up. Once i figured this out it was a piece of cake and worked liked a charm. The correct install is shown in the last photo......this is great product. One other reason i chose this unit are the direction of the bolts, they point down. A little more hassle to install but the units that have the bolts pointing up would have hit the underside of my bumper and tore it up (2008 Tahoe). Hope these tips help.
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Fernando
5.0 out of 5 stars Funciona muy bien
Reviewed in Mexico on December 13, 2018
Eric
5.0 out of 5 stars Simple, cheap (relatively) and extremely effective.
Reviewed in Canada on April 27, 2017
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Alejandro
5.0 out of 5 stars Este producto cumple
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Bill W.
5.0 out of 5 stars Product arrived quickly and is exactly what it looks like in the picture
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Bill W.
5.0 out of 5 stars Product arrived quickly and is exactly what it looks like in the picture
Reviewed in Canada on October 17, 2016
Product arrived quickly and is exactly what it looks like in the picture. I used it for a hitch mounted bike rack and it worked perfectly, eliminated any movement at the hitch. The materials are of good quality with stainless steel and brass for extra corrosion protection. One caution is to not over-tighten as that could lead to stripping of the treads. You'll feel it bottoming out once the spring washers are completely flat. I also turned the U-clamp upside down since I have a Toyota Sienna and the hitch received height is quite low. Doing this maximizes ground clearance and prevents unwanted contact between the tightener and pavement when going up driveways.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente!!!
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