Can I Use a Higher Rated Ball Mount?
Question:
I have a 2020 Subaru Ascent with a 5000 pound towing capacity and 500 pound toungue wieght. Can I use a ball mount that has higher weight capacities Say 10.000 and 1000 even though I still have to keep the weight to the 5000 and 500 pound respectively?
asked by: Brian C
Helpful Expert Reply:
Yes, you can use a ball mount like item # DTSTBM6800 that has a higher capacity than your Subaru Ascent. You will just have to go off of the lowest capacity either your vehicle or hitch has.
A better option would be to use the Curt Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches item # C45534. This towing kit will provide you with a 2" ball and a fixed ball mount with a 3/4" rise and 2" drop. It also includes a hitch pin and clip, hitch receiver lock with keys, hitch cover, and a storage case.
I have also linked our selection of 2" ball mounts below. If you would like a recommendation please email me back with any specific requirements you may have.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches - 2" Ball - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 7.5K
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- 2 Inch Ball
- One Ball
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Rise - 0 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Ball Mount Kit
- CURT
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