Distance from Center of Pin Hole to Weld Gusset of Curt Ball Mount part # C45100

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I need to know this to ensure i have enough clearance in the rise position from bumper what is the distance from the hitch pin to the weld gusset for item C45100?

asked by: Thanh

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The distance from the center of the hitch pin hole of the Curt Ball Mount part # C45100 that you referenced to the weld gusset is 4-1/2 inches. I went out into our warehouse and pulled one to get this measurement.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Distance from Center of Pin Hole to Weld Gusset of Curt Ball Mount part # C45100

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