Recommendation for a Ball Mount to Fit a Hitch on a 2014 Ford Edge

Question:

First, I find your install video a huge help. Wasnt sure I could self-install. Your video is so detailed, I decided to give it a try. Im installing a trailer hitch to serve to purposes. Most of the time Ill be hauling 2- 3 adults bikes. On rare occasions ,when I do home improvement, I may need to haul building materials from my local improvement stores and/or landscaping store. I m purchasing from your company the Draw-tite 75992 hitch,Tekonsha 118515 trailer wiring and the Thule Pro post 4 bike rank TH934XTR. Question: What type of ball mount should I use? Not sure I totally understand the various type. In the near future, I plan to purchase a small utility trailer. Any help is appreciated...

asked by: Bill

Expert Reply:

For the Draw-Tite hitch, # 75992, that will fit your 2014 Ford Edge, I recommend the etrailer.com Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches - 2-3/4" Rise or 4" Drop - 7,500 lbs, # 989892.

This ball mount kit will include a ball mount that will fit the 2 inch receiver opening on the Draw-Tite hitch. The ball mount will provide 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop.

The kit will include a 2 inch trailer ball with a 7,500 lbs gross towing weight capacity and an 1-7/8 inch ball with a 2,000 lbs gross towing weight capacity.

You may need a ball mount with a different rise of drop. In this case I have attached an article that will explain how to measure your vehicle's trailer hitch and your trailer's coupler to find the correct rise or drop needed for your ball mount.

expert reply by: Jared P