Ball Mount Recommendation for a 2016 Ford F-350 with 2-1/2 Inch Trailer Hitch

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I have a 2016 Ford F350 diesel with a 2 1/2 inch receiver. My main trailer I will be towing is a 3 horse slant with a empty weight close to 4000 pounds. The measurement from level ground to the bottom edge of the trailer coupler is 17 1/2 inches. The measurement from level ground to the upper inside edge of the truck receiver is 23 inches. I want to go with a cushioned ball mount, so do I round up from 17 1/2 to 18 and go with a 5 inch or round down for a 6 inch . Lastly, I would like 2 ball mounts one for the horse trailer at 2 5/16 inches and another 2 inch for general use, utility trailer, rental trailers, etc. with that said which balls would you recommend? Thank You.

asked by: Cameron C

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Since the tongue weight of the trailer will pull down a little on the truck you can go with a ball mount that has a 5 inch drop. I actually recommend going with an adjustable ball mount that has multiple balls, # WS6-25.

This ball mount has a 2 inch and 2-5/16 inch ball, a built-in tongue weight scale, and the height can be adjusted in 1 inch increments. It is also made of aluminum so it won't rust.

If you want to go with a regular cushioned ball mount then the best option for a 2-1/2 inch hitch is going to be # AMSCV-6. For a 2 inch ball use # A-90 and for a 2-5/16 inch ball use # 19286.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

Yes, the #AMSC6HD could be used with a hitch reducer sleeve like you mentioned but since these types of adapters can cause a bit of movement your best option would be the version of this ball mount that is designed to fit 2-1/2 inch hitches directly…

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The Convert-A-Ball ball mount, part #AMSCV-6, has about 3-13/16 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the gusset. Keep in mind there is a weld right there at the gusset so that measurement could slightly vary from one to the next but not by…

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Answer 3

There are three ball mounts we offer that will work for the 2-1/2 inch hitch on your Ford F450 with a 2-1/2 inch opening. The problem that many encounter is that the Ford 2-1/2 inch hitches are very tight with round corners and many ball mounts like…

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Answer 4

I have a few options depending on the amount you will be towing and how adjustable you want to hitch to be for other trailers. First is the Curt RockerBall Anti-Rattle Towing Kit #C63KR. This uses a standard style ball mount with a cushioned 2"…

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I did some checking and the hub/drum we offer that will work for you is the part #8-430-5UC3. This uses the same bearings as the 8-415 and will be an exact fit aside from the fact this is a non-ABS setup and the 8-415 came in an ABS setup and non-ABS…

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Answer 6

Seal 171255UC has an inner diameter of 1.719 inches and outer diameter of 2.565 inches. A seal that has those dimensions would actually be #58846. I've added a link to a video review of this seal for you to take a look at.

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Answer 7

If you are needing the hub and drum assembly then you will want to go with the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly #8-201-5UC3-EZ but if you are just looking for an idler hub then you will want part #8-213-5UC1 instead. These come with the correct…

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Answer 8

There is no mounting hardware included with the Aluminum A-Frame Trailer Tongue Toolbox, item #350970, due to the different construction and mounting locations that may be required for many different styles of trailers. I would recommend using a…

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Ball Mount Recommendation for a 2016 Ford F-350 with 2-1/2 Inch Trailer Hitch

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