How to Determine Correct Ball Mount for Tow Vehicle and Trailer.
Question:
I have a draw tite hitch and im trying to get the right size ball mount to fit my trailer and my trailer needs a 2 inch ball
asked by: Jay
Expert Reply:
In order to choose the correct ball mount for your tow vehicle and trailer, you will first need to take a couple of measurements.
With your tow vehicle parked on level ground, take a measurement from the ground to the top of the trailer hitch receiver. Then with your trailer on level ground, measure from the ground to the bottom of the coupler. If the hitch height on your vehicle is greater, you will want to find a ball mount with a drop. If the coupler height is greater, you will want a ball mount with a rise. You will just select a ball mount that has a rise or drop measurement that is closest to the difference between the hitch and coupler heights.
You will also need to choose a ball mount that is compatible with the hitch receiver on your vehicle. For example, the Draw-Tite Ball Mount # 40202 you were looking at has either a 2-3/4 inch rise or a 4 inch drop. It is compatible with 2 inch trailer hitch receivers.
I have attached a link that will take you to our available selection of ball mounts that you can look through. Some include a built-in hitch ball, or you can obtain one separate with the 2 inch # A-90. You will just need to take a look at the ball mount you choose to ensure it will be compatible with the 1-1/4 inch diameter shank on this hitch ball.
I have also attached a great article on choosing a ball mount that you might find helpful.
Products Referenced in This Question
2" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 10,000
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-5/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- CURT
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Draw-Tite Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 2-3/4" Rise, 4" Drop - 11-1/4" Long - 10K
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 1-1/4 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 4 Inch
- Rise - 3 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Draw-Tite
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