Which Ball Mount to Provide Exactly a 3-1/2 Inch Drop
Question:
I need to have a 3 1\2inch on the ball mount. I could used a 4inch , if their is a 2 5\16inch ball with a 1\2inch rise? Thanks
asked by: Sonny H
Helpful Expert Reply:
When you do the calculations to determine the rise or drop of ball mount you need, you don't need the ball mount to be absolutely exact to the rise/drop you're needing. As long as you're within an inch to an inch and a half of level, plus or minus you'll be fine.
If you're wanting a 3-1/2 inch drop, going with the Draw-Tite # 40331 with a 4 inch drop would put you within 1/2 inch of level, which is certainly close enough. For a 2-5/16 inch ball, you can use # 19286 if a 12K capacity will work for you. If you need a higher capacity ball to use the full 16K capacity of the ball mount, use part # C40008 which has a 20K capacity. Keep in mind, you'll be limited by the capacity of whatever component in your towing system has the lowest capacity.
Products Referenced in This Question
2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-3/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 12,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2-5/16 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-3/4 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 12000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- Draw-Tite
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2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-3/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 20,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2-5/16 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-3/4 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- CURT
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Draw-Tite Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 3" Rise, 4" Drop - 9-1/4" Long - 16K
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 1-1/4 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 4 Inch
- Rise - 3 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 16000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Draw-Tite
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