Shocker 14K Air Drop Hitch Base Frame – No Ball Mount

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Shocker 14K Air Drop Hitch Base Frame – No Ball Mount

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    Install

    View the installation and setup guides for our Shocker Air Ride Receiver Hitches. Including the Shocker 14K Air Receiver Hitch, Shocker 20K HD Air Receiver Hitch, Streamline Air Receiver Hitch, Super Drop Max Air Receiver Hitch, 8K Sport Air Receiver Hitch, and the Trail Force Air Receiver Hitch. They are easy to install and set up in minutes. The air bumper hitch comes complete with easy-to-understand instructions and everything you need. You can download the installation instructions or view the video below to learn how much PSI my Shocker Air Receiver Hitch needs.

    Shocker Air Receiver Hitch Install Video

    Note: Always use a good hitch ball rated for the recommended tow weight.

    Safety Notice: Towing capacity is limited by the lowest rated component.

    Shocker Air Receiver Hitch Installation Instructions

    1. Compressing Air Spring (BEFORE INSTALLATION)

    • Release Pressure: Use the provided cotter pin clip to push in on the valve core to release air pressure from the back.

    • Compress: While releasing pressure, simultaneously push down on the air spring paddle or squeeze the plates together to exhaust the remaining air.

    Releasing air pressure with cotter pin clip and pressing down on paddle simultaneously

    2. Installing the Shocker Hitch into the Receiver

    • Mounting: Slide the hitch shank fully into the receiver tube of your tow vehicle.

    • Align and Secure: Align the pin holes and insert the 5/8” hitch pin. Lock it in place with the cotter pin clip.

    Shank inserted into receiver tube and secured with pin and cotter pin clip

    3. Install Attachment Ball Mount

    • Selection: Choose an attachment that allows your trailer to sit level. Refer to “WHAT SIZE DROP HITCH DO I NEED” and “GROUND CLEARANCE GUIDE” for more information.

    • Attachment: Install your chosen mount into the Shocker Hitch Frame.

    • Secure: Use the hitch pins and cotter pin clips provided to lock the ball mount into place.

    Ball mount installed and secured with hitch pins and cotter pin clips

    4. Setting Air Pressure

    • Load the Trailer: Hook up your trailer and load it as you normally would for travel.

    • To Set Air: Hook up trailer using a properly selected ball adaptor and height adjustment to level trailer when loaded. Next, inflate the air spring. As air pressure increases, the unit will rotate, lifting the hitch point. Install enough air until the top of the hitch frame touches the top (tailgate side) bump cushion, or for heavy loads, until it compresses the tailgate side bump cushion by approximately 1/8″.

    Filling up air ride system using an air compressor on the valve stem

    The “Sweet Spot”

    Stop adding air once the main frame lightly compresses the truck side bump cushion.

    Truck side bump cushion compressed slightly showing proper air compression

    Proper Air Pressure Guide

    Truck side bump cushion-green-not touching frame (Stop Adding Air)
    Truck side bump cushion-green-not touching frame (Stop Adding Air)
    Truck side bump cushion-green-not touching frame (Add Air)
    Truck side bump cushion-green-not touching frame (Add Air)

    Spacer Block Guide

    How do I know if I need a spacer block on my air receiver hitch? How do I know if I need a spacer block on my air receiver hitch? When your air receiver and trailer are hooked up, and the air receiver has the proper air pressure, the metal paddle above the air spring bag should be level with the air spring bag. If the paddle has more than a 10-degree angle when the air receiver hitch is aired up, a spacer block can be installed on top of the paddle to level the paddle and air spring bag. A spacer is needed when the angle between the bottom of the vehicle receiver and the top paddle above the air spring bag on the hitch is excessive. (A spacer block is used with 20K HD Air Receiver Hitches with a 2″ receiver (already installed) and some HD air receiver hitches with a 2-1/2″ receiver (Spacer comes in box). It is generally not ever needed with a 14K air receiver hitch, as the air spring bag is 1″ taller than the HD air spring bag.)

    Safety Notice: NEVER exceed 100PSI, as this can damage the air spring or bushings.

    Spacer block pressed up against receiver tube (Properly Installed)

    When is a spacer block needed?

    HD Space Block Guide - 2" and 2-1/2" Shank

    Additional Set Up Notes:

    • When towing heavy trailers or trailers with high wind resistance, it may be necessary to increase air pressure in the Shocker.
    • It is highly recommended that the hitch ball be greased to reduce wear and improve shocker action.
    • Ensure you have connected your safety chains and electrical cord before towing.
    • DO NOT TIGHTEN THE TOP BOLT, IT IS A LIMITER STOP ONLY.

    Maximum Air Pressure: Do not exceed 100 psi in the air spring, as it may damage the air spring.

    Will the Shocker Air Bumper Hitch work with Equalizer or Weight-Distribution?  If you have an equalizer or weight distribution hitch, then it will not. However, check out our Shocker Air Equalizer for weight distribution hitches. If you are just using friction sway bars that hook to a mini ball (such as the shocker sway control arm bar kit), then yes, if you also have one of our sway bar tab mounts, such as the combo sway control ball mount attachment. 

    Sport Air Receiver Hitch Installation Instructions

    1. Compressing Air Spring (BEFORE INSTALLATION)

    • Release Pressure: Use the provided cotter pin clip to push in on the valve core to release air pressure from the back.

    • Compress: While releasing pressure, simultaneously push down on the air spring paddle or squeeze the plates together to exhaust the remaining air.

    Releasing air pressure with cotter pin and pressing down on paddle

    2. Installing the Shocker Sport Hitch into the Receiver

    • Mounting: Slide the hitch shank fully into the receiver tube of your tow vehicle.

    • Align and Secure: Align the pin holes and insert the 5/8” hitch pin. Lock it in place with the cotter pin clip.

    Shank inserted into receiver tube and secured with pin and cotter pin clip

    3. Install Attachment Ball Mount

    • Selection: Choose an attachment that allows your trailer to sit level. Refer to “WHAT SIZE DROP HITCH DO I NEED” and “GROUND CLEARANCE GUIDE” for more information.

    • Attachment: Install your chosen mount into the Shocker Sport Hitch Frame.

    • Secure: Use the hitch pins and cotter pin clips provided to lock the ball mount into place.

    Ball mount installed and secured with hitch pins and cotter pin clips

    4. Setting Air Pressure

    • Load the Trailer: Hook up your trailer and load it as you normally would for travel.

    • To Set Air: Hook up trailer using a properly selected ball adaptor and height adjustment to level trailer when loaded. Next, inflate the air spring. As air pressure increases, the unit will rotate, lifting the hitch point. Install enough air until the top of the hitch frame touches the top (tailgate side) bump cushion, or for heavy loads, until it compresses the tailgate side bump cushion by approximately 1/8″.

    Filling up air spring using an air compressor on the valve stem

    The “Sweet Spot”

    Stop adding air once the main frame lightly compresses the truck side bump cushion.

    Truck side bump cushion compressed slightly showing proper air compression

    Trail Force Receiver Hitch Installation Instructions

    1. Installing the Trail Force Air Hitch into the Receiver

    • Mounting: Slide the hitch shank fully into the receiver tube of your tow vehicle.

    • Align and Secure: Align the pin holes and insert the 5/8” hitch pin. Lock it in place with the cotter pin clip.

    Shank inserted into receiver

    2. Install Attachment Ball Mount

    • Selection: Choose an attachment that allows your trailer to sit level. Refer to “WHAT SIZE DROP HITCH DO I NEED” and “GROUND CLEARANCE GUIDE” for more information.

    • Attachment: Install your chosen mount into the Trail Force Hitch Frame.

    • Secure: Use the hitch pins and cotter pin clips provided to lock the ball mount into place.

    Ball mount installed and secured with hitch pins and clips

    3. Setting Air Pressure

    • Load the Trailer: Hook up your trailer and load it as you normally would for travel.

    • To Set Air: Hook up trailer using a properly selected ball adaptor and height adjustment to level trailer when loaded. Next, inflate the air spring. As air pressure increases, the unit will rotate, lifting the hitch point. Install enough air until the top of the hitch frame touches the top (tailgate side) bump cushion, or for heavy loads, until it compresses the tailgate side bump cushion by approximately 1/8″.

    Filling up air spring using an air compressor on the valve stem

    The “Sweet Spot”

    Stop adding air once the main frame lightly compresses the truck side bump cushion.

    Truck side bump cushion compressed slightly showing proper air compression

    Download Shocker Air Receiver Hitch Install Instructions

    Download: Shocker Air Bumper Hitch Installation Manual

    Shocker Air Receiver Hitch Air Pressure PSI Tuning Video

    Installation Issues

    We want you to have the best possible towing experience with your product, and proper installation is important. If you need help, we are here for you. Just give us a call at 701-707-2666 or use our contact us form. You can also look up the item’s product page on our website and view the installation tab. Most products on our website have a setup guide and installation video.

    Routine Maintenance Guide:

    1. Routine Lubrication
      • Pivot Bolt: Regularly grease the Shocker Hitch unit using the built-in grease zerk located on the main pivot bolt.
      • Over-Greasing: You cannot over-grease the unit; frequent lubrication ensures the air-ride pivot remains fluid and responsive.
      • Hitch Ball: It is highly recommended to grease the trailer coupler ball to reduce friction and prevent premature wear.
    2. Critical Adjustments
      • Top Jamnut Bolt: DO NOT tighten the top jamnut bolt.
      • Factory Specs: This bolt is set to factory specifications out of the box; overtightening will cause a stiff towing experience and limit the airbag’s effectiveness.
      • Attachment Swapping: When changing between different ball mounts (Combo, Pintle, Clevis, etc.), ensure the pins and cotter pin clips are fully seated and locked.
    3. Air System Integrity
      • Max Pressure: Never Exceed 100PSI in the air spring.
      • Component Protection: Excessive pressure can lead to permanent damage to the air spring or the internal bump cushions.
      • Pre-Tow Inspection: Always check your air pressure after loading the trailer to ensure the frame is lightly compressing the bump cushion.

    Common Replacement Part:

    Bump Cushion

    Shocker Air Bumper Hitch Bump Cushions

    Air Spring Bag

    20K Air Spring Bag & Air Line - Shocker HD Air Receiver - SH-204-SH-214

    Pivot Bolt Kit

    Shocker Replacement Pivot Bolt Kit for Receiver Hitch with Dowel Pin - SH-280

    Spacer Block Kit

    Air Hitch Spacer Block - SPBK-REC

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    We want you to be 100% satisfied. You’ve got 60 days to ensure your hitch fits your lifestyle.
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    We guarantee whatever you are towing, the ride on your pickup and trailer will be smoother with any of our air & cushion products period.
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    If you are not satisfied, you can return it for free the first 60 days. See our free shipping* & free return policy.
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    FAQ

    Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

    How much air do I put in the Shocker Air Bumper Mount Receiver Hitch?
    Hook up a trailer using a properly selected ball mount attachment and height adjustment in order to a level trailer when loaded. Next, inflate the air ride system. As air pressure increases, the unit will rotate lifting the hitch up. Add air pressure until the top of the hitch frame touches the (tailgate side) top bump cushion. Add enough air pressure to lightly compress top bump cushion or until top (tailgate side) bump cushion is compressed is approximately 1/8″.  If the weight of your trailer changes or there is a huge temperature, you may need to add or reduce air pressure. See our quick How To Set PSI in Shocker Bumper Hitch Video.

    Will the Shocker Air Bumper Hitch work with Equalizer or Weight-Distribution?  If you are just use sway bars that hook to a mini ball, then yes, if you order the combo sway control ball mount attachment. If you have a equalizer or weight distribution hitch then it will not. However, check out our Air Equalizer for weight distribution hitches.  Note: If your pickup suspension can handle the weight of your trailer and doesn’t “squat” when you hook up your trailer to pickup, then you really don’t need a weight distribution hitch. A load leveling weight distribution hitch, distributes the weight between the pickup and trailer and is generally used if your pickup can’t handle the static trailer tongue weight load.

    How long will it hold air? This is a sealed system that will hold air for weeks or months. If you haul the same trailer with the same load weight, it should be good for quite some time.

    How long will the airbag last? Our airbags are an industrial bag and will last for years and years. They are similar to truck airbags but have been beefed up internally for our towing applications.

    How strong is the center pivot bolt?  The main pivot bolt with grease zerk, or center pivot bolt, used on the shocker air bumper hitch, is a custom made 1 inch diameter 1045 medium carbon steel bolt. Strategically heat treated to prevent wear and includes a machined grease passage for easy lubrication and maintenance. It should be noted that the yield strength of the 1″ pivot bolt exceeds the two 5/8″ bolts used to hold the typical ball coupler or receiver hitch.

    How do I know the Shocker Air receiver hitch will fit my truck?
    We have made sure that the receiver air shocker will fit into most Ford, Chevy, GMC Dodge, Toyota, Nissan & Honda Pickups, Vans & SUV’s (SUV’s were the receiver is under the bumper). There are some clearance issues with the Chevy Envoy, Ford Explorer, some imports and service body vehicles where the body extends below the receiver tube or the receiver tube is inside the bumper.  The Shocker Air receiver hitch is available in a 2″, 2 1/2″ & 3″ shank.

    How far below my pickup does the receiver air shocker hang? Five inches below bottom of receiver tube.

    How often do I grease it? The grease does not just lube the pivot; it also keeps water and dirt out. You cannot over grease it, once every few months should do it.

    Does the receiver air hitch work with sway bars?
    Yes, it works with the friction style sway control bar, however you want to order a ball mount with sway bar tabs. See our sway bar tab ball mount attachments.

    How does the Air hitch work? The Receiver air shocker is like a teeter totter. One end is an air bag, a pivot in the middle, and a ball at the other end. This gives a “pillow” effect at the ball end.

    Should I tighten up the top jam nut on the receiver shocker? No. The air shocker needs at least one half inch of play to work properly.

    How long do the bump cushions last? This depends on if the hitch is left on the truck year round or not. If they bump cushions become mushy, you should replace them. Typical life expectancy is 5-7 years.

    How much does an Shocker Air bag receiver hitch weigh? The Receiver Air Shocker weighs 50-55 pounds

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    1. Rated 5 out of 5

      My husband absolutely loved this product! He said it’s a game changer in hauling all our trailers.

      – Jessica Albarado

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