Receiver lock

[Adventure.AS]

Originally Posted by Mollysdad

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And I'll hold out for a class V.

The BOLT receiver pin lock is a 5/8" Class V and apparently made in USA.

[Mollysdad]

Originally Posted by Adventure.AS

The BOLT receiver pin lock is a 5/8" Class V and apparently made in USA.

Without quibbling, I followed your link and didn't find anything about "made in USA" but Amazon showed China.

Looks like the winner!
DeadBolt
http://deadboltlocks.com/rh5-xl.html

Of course, I have to consider that the BALL sold by Equ-i-lizer Hitch is also made in China. (Even though the hitch is made in Utah)

[tabney0315]

Originally Posted by Mollysdad

Without quibbling, I followed your link and didn't find anything about "made in USA" but Amazon showed China.

Looks like the winner!
DeadBolt
http://deadboltlocks.com/rh5-xl.html

Of course, I have to consider that the BALL sold by Equ-i-lizer Hitch is also made in China. (Even though the hitch is made in Utah)

Not following the issue with it being made in China. Millions of items are... Are there quality concerns? Have reviews stated it has had issues? It's quite a simple item. I own one and haven't had any issues.

I'm sure the metal is just as good as US metal.

#MAGA

[Adventure.AS]

Originally Posted by Mollysdad

Without quibbling, I followed your link and didn't find anything about "made in USA" but Amazon showed China.

Could you provide a link as I didn't see any reference to made in China on Amazon? e-Trailer also states in their demonstration video (at about the 2:37mark) that the BOLT is made in the USA.

[Mollysdad]

Originally Posted by Adventure.AS

Could you provide a link as I didn't see any reference to made in China on Amazon? e-Trailer also states in their demonstration video (at about the 2:37mark) that the BOLT is made in the USA.

Okay, follow your link and scroll down, YOUR vehicle says "Origin, Mexico"
On my Toyota, the text says "Origin China".

The only one I've found that says "Made in USA" is DeadBolt.

Originally Posted by tabney0315

Not following the issue with it being made in China. Millions of items are... Are there quality concerns? Have reviews stated it has had issues? It's quite a simple item. I own one and haven't had any issues.

I'm sure the metal is just as good as US metal.

#MAGA

About that bridge in San Francisco!

I have to say, I'm shocked at this forum. This is the place where "If it's worth doing, it's worth overdoing" is a way of life. Minutia about lug nuts torque, Cat scales, tire tread, TPMS and Micro-Air glory, and when I ask about a "made in America" I get many responses saying, "Mine's good enough".

[tabney0315]

Originally Posted by Mollysdad

Okay, follow your link and scroll down, YOUR vehicle says "Origin, Mexico"
On my Toyota, the text says "Origin China".

The only one I've found that says "Made in USA" is DeadBolt.

About that bridge in San Francisco!

I have to say, I'm shocked at this forum. This is the place where "If it's worth doing, it's worth overdoing" is a way of life. Minutia about lug nuts torque, Cat scales, tire tread, TPMS and Micro-Air glory, and when I ask about a "made in America" I get many responses saying, "Mine's good enough".

I missed in your first post you wanted it to made in the US. I thought the concern was brought up after the product was mentioned which is the reason for my comment.

Regarding "good enough", and while I can appreciate "over doing it" this is item is a metal pin that goes into a hole with a lock. Not much to compare or evaluate outside of the lock.

[Adventure.AS]

Originally Posted by Mollysdad

Okay, follow your link and scroll down, YOUR vehicle says "Origin, Mexico"
On my Toyota, the text says "Origin China".

The only one I've found that says "Made in USA" is DeadBolt.

I did a page search on Safari of the Amazon page for the BOLT Chrysler hitch lock and the BOLT Toyota hitch lock and found none of the words "origin", "Mexico" or "China". Not sure where on Amazon, YouTube, or the BOLT product page you found any origin information. As you were pre-disposed to the "Deadbolt" before your OP and didn't really want input, I can only assume that you were just trolling us.

[Mollysdad]

Originally Posted by Adventure.AS

I can only assume that you were just trolling us.

Ha, ha, ha, ha.
Why would I do that?

https://www.amazon.com/BOLT-7023584-.../dp/B00C5T0JCI
Stand by

[Mollysdad]

Part two.

Link:
https://www.amazon.com/BOLT-7018448-...olt+hitch+lock
SCROLL DOWN to this:

Product Dimensions 7.2 x 6 x 2.2 inches
Item Weight 1.3 pounds
Shipping Weight 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Department unisex-adult
Manufacturer BOLT
ASIN B005FNKFY8
Domestic Shipping Amazon only ships this item within the contiguous 48 United States. Other Sellers on Amazon may ship this item to Alaska, Hawaii and US Territories.
International Shipping This item can be shipped to select countries outside of the U.S. Learn More
Origin Mexico
Item model number 7018448
Customer Reviews 4.6 out of 5 stars 130 customer reviews
4.6 out of 5 stars
Best Sellers Rank #4,966 in Automotive (See Top 100 in Automotive)
#18 in Tools & Home Improvement > Hardware > Door Hardware & Locks > Lock Replacement Parts
#22 in Automotive > Exterior Accessories > Towing Products & Winches > Hitch Accessories > Hitch Locks
#274 in Automotive > RV Parts & Accessories > Hitching & Towing
Date first available at Amazon.com

If you're convinced I'm trolling, then I have nothing further to say.

[Adventure.AS]

I wrote to BOLT. They design and manufacture the parts in USA but they are assembled in Mexico.

[AirstreamCSH]

I for one was heartened by Mollysdad wanting to avoid Made in China goods. Whenever practicable, I do so. Partly because of the total lack of health and inspection standards from Chinese manufacturers along with abysmal worker protections/pay and partly because I'd prefer to pay slightly more to backup my beliefs. Goods from Japan, USA, Canada and similar countries are all on an equal playing field but when there is the rare USA company of equal quality, I'll overpay to support my fellow citizens.

Every dollar is a vote.

That said, I'm using the cheap Chinese one the AS came with so this thread is a great reminder that I have to square that away before the season begins.

[prairieschooner]

Guess I'll get one;

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Lq6_N5K1L4

[tabney0315]

Found my packaging. Made in Mexico.