On Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:15:51 -0800, Winston
wrote:

Having procured a few 3/4-16 nuts from OSH (Thanks, Bruce!),
I've installed the HF hitch ball on my truck without issue.
I was 'way out on the handle of the knuckle-buster and gave
it a few really good reefs. The hardware tightened up and
stayed in place. It will be 'one with the truck' for a very
long time to come.
HF should buy OSH. They are a match made in Heaven.

--Winston--Now living happily ever after

OSH is a very good source to have around when you don't want to hassle
with McMaster or Grainger for one or two things, as their selection is
a lot deeper and they have it Now - but they are NOT my first choice
for everyday large purchases because the prices are a good 20% higher
than Home Depot or Lowe's.

You could probably 'Price Match' them down to reality if you had to
(as in they are the closest store and you're "on the clock") but
that's another hassle. And then you're /still/ wasting a half hour
haggling the price instead of just grabbing the part and getting back
to install it.

-- Bruce --