{"product_id":"tech-team-5-8-hitch-pin-kit-6-steel-pin-with-chain-linchpin-yellow-zinc-finish","title":"Tech Team 5\/8\" Hitch Pin Kit — 6\" Steel Pin with Chain \u0026 Linchpin, Yellow Zinc Finish","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Team #00852 is a heavy‑duty 5\/8\" diameter, 6\" long hitch pin kit with an attached chain and linchpin to keep trailers, mowers, and axles securely fastened.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis compact kit combines a solid steel hitch pin, a retaining chain, and a spring linchpin finished in yellow zinc dichromate to resist corrosion. Designed for agricultural, lawn and garden, and light‑truck applications, the components work together so you don’t lose the linchpin while swapping implements or securing trailer couplers. The pin’s formed handle lets you position and remove it quickly without tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this hitch pin keep implements and trailers secure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe hitch pin slides through standard 5\/8\" hitch and axle holes and locks in place using the included linchpin, preventing lateral movement under load. The chain links the linchpin to the hitch pin so the small locking piece stays with the assembly and won’t get dropped or misplaced during use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e5\/8\" diameter main pin for common hitch\/axle holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e6\" pin length for deeper coupling points\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1\/4\" linchpin with 1.62\" ring for fast, positive retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e8.5\" chain keeps linchpin attached to the hitch pin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials and finish protect the pin from rust and wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll parts are manufactured from heavy‑duty steel and coated with a yellow zinc dichromate finish to reduce corrosion and extend service life in outdoor conditions. The protective plating also gives the kit a consistent appearance and helps resist surface wear from repeated insertion and removal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSolid steel construction for strength under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eYellow zinc dichromate plating on pin, chain, and linchpin\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDurable handle design reduces wear on the pin body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this kit fit my tractor, trailer, or lawn equipment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure the hitch or axle hole diameter and the coupling’s required pin length: this kit fits holes accepting a 5\/8\" pin and provides a 6\" long shaft, suitable for many tractors, wagons, trailers, and large lawnmowers. The linchpin ring diameter offers easy manual operation while delivering secure retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with 5\/8\" hitch\/axle holes — confirm fit before purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e6\" length works for common coupler thicknesses and brackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLinchpin ring diameter (1.62\") for easy finger manipulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I use the pin and linchpin safely and quickly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSlide the main pin through the aligned hitch and receiver or axle, then insert the linchpin into the smaller crosshole and flip the ring to lock. The chain prevents the linchpin from being lost, and the formed handle on the main pin allows hand positioning and removal without extra tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInsert hitch pin through hitch receiver and implement clevis\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePush linchpin through the crosshole and rotate the ring to lock\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLet the chain rest along the pin so the linchpin stays attached\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho this is for: The Tech Team #00852 kit is aimed at farmers, landscapers, contractors, and homeowners who need a reliable, no‑fuss fastener for trailers, implements, and axle mounts. If you use tractors, wagons, large lawnmowers, utility trailers, or interchangeable farm implements that accept a 5\/8\" pin, this kit provides a durable, corrosion‑resistant solution with a handy retention chain to keep small parts from disappearing during field work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What size hole does this hitch pin fit?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: It fits a 5\/8\" diameter hitch or axle hole; confirm your receiver accepts 5\/8\" pins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does the kit include a retaining chain?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes — an 8.5\" chain is included to keep the linchpin attached to the hitch pin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Tech Team","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48084450640030,"sku":"B08JZF7YQ6","price":31.98,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/2041\/9486\/files\/tech-team-hitch-pin-front-view.jpg?v=1785855764","url":"https:\/\/northtrailauto.ca\/products\/tech-team-5-8-hitch-pin-kit-6-steel-pin-with-chain-linchpin-yellow-zinc-finish","provider":"North Trail Auto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}