How to Choose the Correct Ball Mount for a 2001 GMC Sierra 1500
Question:
Hello- I am in the process of buying a cargo trailer to pull my ATV out to the desert . I have a 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 with a 7’ 3” lift - what size hitch do you recommend I buy ? Thank you !
asked by: Erick
Expert Reply:
In order to find the correct ball mount for your 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 you are going to need to measure from the ground to the top of the inside edge on your truck's trailer hitch receiver tube opening and then compare that to the distance from the ground to the bottom of the coupler on your trailer while level. The difference between these two measurements will give you the correct amount of rise/drop you need to look for in a ball mount which I have attached a list of for you.
If your truck really does have a 7' 3" lift then we're not going to have a ball mount that would work for you and you would need to explore other options for a tow vehicle.
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Flash Strong Solid Steel 2-Ball Mount - 2" Hitch - 10" Drop, 11" Rise - 12K
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Adjustable Ball Mount
- 2 Inch Ball
- 2-5/16 Inch Ball
- Two Balls
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 10 Inch
- Rise - 11 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 12000 lbs GTW
- 8000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Fastway
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