Recommended Ball Mount with 9-1/2 inch Rise
Question:
Hi, Looking for a ball mount: I have a 2015 sienna xle awd with draw-tite 75237 towing 2014 rockwood 2270 tent trailer Top of receiver 10 3/8 Bottom of coupler 20 So rise ~9.5inch which is a better fit? AMSC10? 8 3/4 AMSC12? 10 3/4
asked by: Douglas
Expert Reply:
Between the two ball mount options referenced in your question, I recommend going with the Convert-A-Ball # AMSC12 that has the larger 10-3/4 inch rise. This is because when loading your tow vehicle up for a trip with your trailer, there is bound to be some rear sag that will lower the ball mount even further. Choosing a ball mount with a slightly higher rise than you need will help to account for this.
Another option you may consider is the Draw-Tite Ball Mount # 80248 that has a 9-3/4 inch rise. This does have a lower 3,500 pound weight capacity when used in the rise position, however based on my research for your Rockwood 2270 Tent Trailer, this may be a suitable capacity. I recommend verifying the weight of your fully loaded trailer to ensure this will work.
Products Referenced in This Question
Draw-Tite Ball Mount - 9-3/4" Rise, 11" Drop - 9" Long - 3,500 to 5,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 1 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 11 Inch
- Rise - 10 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 5000 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Draw-Tite
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Convert-A-Ball Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 10-3/4" Rise, 12" Drop - 7,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 1 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 12 Inch
- Rise - 11 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7000 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Long Shank
- Shock Absorbing
- Convert-A-Ball
more information >
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