Ball Mount, Balls, and Trailer Wiring Recommendations for a 2007 Volvo XC90 with Draw-Tite Hitch

Question:

Hello-based on the dimensions you list for my 07 Volvo XC90 V8 Sport, what would you recommend for a 2inch ball and the ball mount? I am tending towards the Draw-Tite receiver hitch Item # 75152 for my vehicle. I realize that there might be different products necessary for specific applications, but in general - what you would recommend for starters? I have no trailer right now, but would like to be able to tow a U-Haul type trailer as well as some boat trailers. Thanks!

asked by: Pete

Expert Reply:

For your 2007 Volvo XC90 and Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 75152 I recommend etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.

If the ball mount kit does not have the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, use the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.

Most rental trailers are going to require a 4-Way flat trailer connector. To add one to your XC90 you can use # 118411. I have included links to videos showing how the hitch and wiring install.

Some boat trailers might have a 5-Way flat connector on them. The 5th pin would be for an electric reverse lockout on a trailer that has surge brakes. In that case you would still install the above mentioned 4-Way but then add a 4- to 5-Way adapter # 20036.

expert reply by: Michael H