Choosing The Correct Ball Mount To Keep Trailer Level
Question:
What is the closest the adjustable mount will get to zero /rise? If I have to be slightly off level to use it, which is better, slightly tongue high or tongue low?
asked by: GLB
Expert Reply:
If you can get within 1/2 inch of perfectly level, that would be ideal. If I were to choose whether it is better to be higher or lower I would choose higher because you will get a bit of sag when you hook the trailer up.
The Draw-Tite Ball Mount, part # 7390 has height adjustments in increments of 1 inch, so you should have no problem getting within that 1/2 inch range. The ball mount has a maximum rise of 3-3/4 and a maximum drop of 5-1/4 inches, and uses hitch balls with a 1 inch shank.
I have attached a helpful article that explains how to select the right ball mount.
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Ball Mount Adjustable with Sway-Control Tab, 6,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Adjustable Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 1 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 5 Inch
- Rise - 4 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 6000 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Draw-Tite
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