Ball Mount Recommendation for 3" Hitch Receiver on Ford F-450
Question:
My used F-450 didnt come with the sleeve, and I have a couple single axle trailers I tow. What options besides a sleeve can I use? Looks like either way I need a 4 inch drop hitch. Thanks for the assistance.
asked by: Paul H
Expert Reply:
The only way to avoid using a reducer sleeve like the Curt # C45408 is to get a ball mount with a 3" shank and for that I recommend checking out the B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount # BWTS30049B which comes with the 3 common hitch ball sizes (1-7/8", 2", and 2-5/16") and has an adjustable height so you get a max rise of 7" and a max drop of 7-1/2".
The idea behind this ball mount is that it will be the last one that you need to buy since it has so much versatility. I also recommend picking up the InfiniteRule Hitch Lock for 3" Hitches # 34061073-D to secure your investment.
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Products Referenced in This Question
InfiniteRule Hitch Lock for 3" Hitches - 3-5/8" Span - Stainless Steel
- Trailer Hitch Lock
- Standard Pin Lock
- Keyed Unique
- Stainless Steel
- Fits 3 Inch Hitch
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B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount - 3" Hitch - 7-1/2" Drop, 7" Rise - 21K - Black
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Adjustable Ball Mount
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- 2 Inch Ball
- 2-5/16 Inch Ball
- Three Balls
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Matte Black
- Drop - 7 Inch
- Rise - 7 Inch
- Fits 3 Inch Hitch
- 21000 lbs GTW
- Class V
- B and W
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Curt Hitch Receiver Reducer Sleeves - 3" to 2-1/2" or 2"
- Hitch Adapters
- Hitch Reducer
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- No Extension
- Fits 3 Inch Hitch
- 3 Inch to 2 Inch
- 3 Inch to 2-1/2 Inch
- CURT
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