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Fastway 02-0021 Thin Walled 1-7/8" Socket for Equal-i-zer Hitch Head, 3/4" Drive

Fastway 02-0021 Thin Walled 1-7/8 inch Socket for Equal-i-zer Hitch Head with 3/4 inch drive opening
Fastway 70-00-4800 Thin Walled 1-7/8" Socket
 
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Part Number: 70-00-4800
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FastwayPart 02-0021Limited Lifetime WarrantyFastway Thin Walled 1-7/8" Socket for Equal-i-zer Hitch Head

The right tool for the job -- designed specifically for the Equal-i-zer weight distribution hitch head where clearance is too tight for a standard end wrench. This thin walled 1-7/8" socket uses a 3/4" drive and is built to deliver the torque needed to properly seat and secure the hitch ball without fighting for room.

The Only Socket Built for the Equal-i-zer Hitch Head

Anyone who has worked on an Equal-i-zer weight distribution hitch knows the problem: the hitch head casting leaves almost no clearance around the ball nut for a standard open-end or box wrench. A regular deep socket can also be too thick-walled to seat properly in the confined space. Fastway engineered part 02-0021 specifically to solve that problem.

With a thin wall profile, this 1-7/8" socket drops cleanly over the hitch ball nut and accepts a standard 3/4" drive torque wrench or breaker bar, giving you the mechanical advantage to properly torque the ball without improvising. This is the socket Fastway recommends for installation and service of Equal-i-zer hitch heads.

Exact Fit

Sized specifically for the 1-7/8" nut on the Equal-i-zer hitch head -- not a generic socket repurposed for the job.

Thin Wall Design

Reduced wall thickness lets the socket clear the tight casting clearance around the hitch head where standard sockets won't fit.

3/4" Drive

Accepts a 3/4" drive torque wrench or breaker bar for proper installation torque on the hitch ball nut.

Lifetime Warranty

Backed by Fastway's Limited Lifetime Manufacturer Warranty for defects in materials and workmanship.

Why This Socket Matters for Equal-i-zer Owners

Proper torque on the hitch ball is critical for safe towing. Under-torqued balls can rotate or back off under load; over-torqued nuts risk thread damage. Getting a torque wrench onto the nut with the correct socket is the only reliable way to confirm proper installation. This socket makes that possible on the Equal-i-zer head geometry.

Correct Tool, Correct Torque: Using a purpose-fit socket with a 3/4" drive torque wrench lets you hit the manufacturer-specified torque value on the hitch ball nut -- something that's nearly impossible with an improvised end wrench in the confined space of the Equal-i-zer head.

When You Need This Socket

  • Initial Equal-i-zer hitch installation -- torquing the hitch ball to spec
  • Replacing a worn or damaged hitch ball on an existing Equal-i-zer head
  • Annual inspection and re-torque of the hitch ball nut
  • Any service situation where the hitch head must be removed and reinstalled
Also Referenced As: This part is also referenced under Fastway part number 70-00-4800. Both numbers identify the same thin walled 1-7/8" socket for the Equal-i-zer hitch head.
Maintenance Tip: Fastway recommends checking hitch ball torque periodically, especially after the first few towing trips following installation. Keep this socket in your tow vehicle toolkit so you can re-torque on the road if needed.

Product Specifications

ManufacturerFastway
Part Number02-0021
Also Listed As70-00-4800
UPC765053825184

Socket Specifications

Socket Size1-7/8 inch
Drive Size3/4 inch
Wall ProfileThin walled

Compatibility

Designed ForEqual-i-zer weight distribution hitch head
ApplicationHitch ball nut installation and removal
Why RequiredInsufficient clearance for standard end wrench at hitch head

Warranty

CoverageLimited Lifetime Manufacturer Warranty
WarrantorFastway (ProPride Inc.)
Important Information
  • This socket is designed exclusively for the Equal-i-zer hitch head -- verify your hitch brand and model before ordering.
  • Always torque the hitch ball nut to the specification listed in your Equal-i-zer installation manual using a calibrated torque wrench.
  • A 3/4" drive torque wrench or breaker bar is required and is NOT included with this socket.
  • Do not use an impact wrench to final-torque the hitch ball nut; use a click-type or beam torque wrench to confirm the correct value.
  • Inspect the hitch ball and nut threads for wear or damage before reinstalling -- a damaged ball should be replaced, not re-torqued.


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