Ball Mount Comparison Review - Video

Today we are going to talk about ball mounts: what they are for, and what they can do for you. As you can see here, we have a variety of different types. And we are going to start off with the most basic type and go all the way up to the most advanced ones with the most adjustability to them. First, we will start off with a typical ball mount. And this configuration here is for a 2-inch receiver and also is a drop version. Basically, it is going to be 4 inches. Also, some models will have a gusset on the bottom, here, to give them a little bit added strength. Some of the typical straight ones will not have this, of course. And, depending on the materials it is made of, some will have the gusset and some will not. One other thing about ball mounts is, we have to talk about rise and drop. Basically, how they measure that is from the top of the shank down to the bottom of the plate here, that is considered the drop. And the rise position is considered this way - from the top of the shank again - well, to the top of the hitch - to the top of this plate here. And that gives you your rise measurement. So, in this case, we actually have from here to here a 4-inch drop, and then from here to here we have approximately about a 2-3/4 inch rise. And those rules apply to any ball mount out there. 1:04 more

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Posted: 9/17/2008 7:05:01 AM

Hidden Hitch Adjustable Ball Mount Review - Video

Today we are going to show you part number 80412 from Hidden Hitch. What we have here is a ball mount that is adjustable for a 2 inch trailer hitch and is also rated for 6000 pounds. A couple specs on this is it has a maximum rise of 8.3 inches and the maximum of 9.6 inches. Also the tongue weight can handle 600 pounds. It is really to adjust up and down. We will show you that in just a second. And also the ball measure 12 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the center of the ball hole on the end. The platform itself is about 3/4 of an inch thick and requires a hitch ball that uses a 1 inch diameter shank. First when we install it it will be very simple. You can either install it in the drop position like this or if your trailer sits higher and your truck sits lower you can put it in the rise position. So if you decide to use it that way you can install the other half in whichever position you would use it. Down there or increments all the way to the top. You can also use it in the inverted position also like this. Again you can use it either way. There you have it for part number 80412 from Hidden Hitch, the adjustable ball mount for 2 inch receivers. more

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Posted: 8/13/2008 2:54:58 PM

Convert-A-Ball Cushioned Ball Mount Review - Video

Today we are going to show you part number CAB-6W from Convert-A-Ball. What we have here is a cushioned 6-way multi hitch ball mount. It is a real nice unit here and it contains all 3 ball sizes, 1-7/8,2 inch and 2-5/16. This product will also work with pintle rings and clevis pins. What is nice about the Convert-A-Ball units is they all come with a cushioned ball mount system. Basically what it is is 2 bushings in front and behind the hitch pin that will absorb any extra shock or vibrations as you are pulling it down the road. This is a designed to be used for a 2 inch receivers only. It is rated for a class 4 application. Its maximum capacity is rated for up to 10,000 pounds for a trailer and 1,000 pounds tongue weight. We will go ahead and install it into our hitch here and show you how it looks. more

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Posted: 8/13/2008 2:53:19 PM

Rapid Hitch w/ 10 Inch Drop Review - Video

Today we are going to review part number AM3473 from Andersen Manufacturing. This is their Rapid Hitch ball mount. This ball mount is constructed of aluminum alloy with the hitch ball assembly itself constructed of chrome plated steel. This comes with two locking hitch pins, one for the hitch itself and also one for the hitch ball assembly where you adjust it on the shank. Our last favorite feature is that this product is made entirely in the U.S.A. You can see here this is in position and it is intended to use in this position only. This is a great ball mount for vehicles that have been lifted a little bit or just natural one ton trucks that happen to sit high in the air. Lets cover the features with a little more detail now. 00:42 more

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Posted: 2/8/2010 5:42:25 PM

Diversitech Aluminum Adjustable Ball Mount Review - Video

This is a ball mount that uses a 2 inch and 2 5/16 ball. As you can see this is an adjustable ball mount which means that this platform here can travel up and down as necessary. Theres two locks on here that use coke machine keys, theres one up top right here. This lock controls the pin that locks it into the hitch. This lock here facilitates the adjustments up and down the shank. Well show you how the locks work starting with the hitch pin. Basically you take the key and twist it and you can see how the pin retracts when you want to slide it into the hitch. When you have it in the right spot, take the key back and it forces the pin back out. This does so on both sides. With the same key you can go down here, it pretty much works the same way, it just allows it to adjust in different increments. more

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Posted: 8/13/2008 2:57:08 PM

Valley Multi-Purpose Ball Mount Review - Video

This ball mount is designed to tow and carry accessories such as bicycle racks and cargo carriers at the same time with a trailer. Now well show you proper usage. It simply installs into the hitch like any other ball mount and you can add you accessories on top of that. One thing we should note about the ball mount part of this device is this shank is a one inch shank that uses a variety of ball mounts. Just remember that the towing capacity of this draw bar is only 5,000 pounds with 500 pounds tongue weight. Now well show you how a bicycle rack will reside on top of the ball. As you can see this is a versatile ball mount, you can use two things at the same time. Just a couple things you want to make sure of before you use this ball mount. On the tongue rating, you only have 500 pounds of tongue weight, make sure your hitch can carry that amount and make sure that your trailer and your bicycle rack with the bicycles on does not go over 500 pounds. This is part # V75090, the multi-purpose ball mount from Valley. more

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Posted: 8/13/2008 3:00:29 PM

Hidden Hitch Reversable Ball Mount Review - Video

Today we are going to show you part number 80404 from Hidden Hitch. What we have here is a reversible ball mount. Now we will go ahead and install it in our 2 inch receiver hitch. In this position here we have it in a 2 inch lock and a 2 inch ball. We have a 3/4 inch rise with a 1-7/8 ball on top. Couple other quick notes on this is that the weight capacity is as follows. The inch and 7/8 ball is rated for 2000 pounds. The 2 inch ball is rated for a 6000 pound trailer. There you have it for part number 80404 from Hidden Hitch. more

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Posted: 6/5/2009 9:17:43 AM

Master Lock Locking Ball Mount Review - Video

Today we are going to show you part number 3489-AT from Master Lock. What we have is a trailer hitch locking ball mount with a 3 quarter inch rise or 2 inch . This ball mount is rated for 6000 pounds. The main feature about this ball mount is that it does not require a hitch pin or a locking hitch pin. Simply because it is already built into the side or built inside the ball mount itself. What happens is you go ahead and pull off the protective cover. As you can see the pin comes out and grabs the hitch. It only comes out enough to meet the end of the hitch. Anything else is just going to be a waste of steel. So it will fit right in there just fine. We will go ahead and install it and show you how it works again. more

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Posted: 8/13/2008 2:59:05 PM

Convert-A-Ball Dual-Cushioned Adjustable Ball Mount Review - Video

Today we are going to review and demonstrate the Convert A Ball Dual Cushion Adjustable Ball Mount, part number cab-um. Convert A Ball Adjustable Ball Mount is made in the USA and is constructed of powder coated steel with interior poly urethane cushions and has a towing capacity of 5,000 pounds and a maximum tongue weight capacity of 500 pounds. It is designed to use hitch balls that have a 1 shank diameter, and is covered by a 2 year limited warranty. Inside the shank is a set of poly urethane cushions, and in the back and in the front they are going to help take some of the shock out of starting and stopping. In addition to this set of cushions theres a second set of cushions inside the vertical shank. This will help reduce the shock and noise of any vertical load bouncing. more

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Posted: 11/30/2011 4:32:52 PM

Sportframe Drawbar 2-1/8 Rise or 2-3/4 Drop Kit Review - Video

Today we are going to show you Draw-Tite Sportframe Drawbar part number 3592. It has a tounge weight capacity of 200 pounds and a gross trailer weight of 2,000 pounds. It is designed to fit 1-1/4 inch, class I trailer hitches. It is designed to use hitch balls with 3/4 inch shank diameter and includes a pin and clip. :30 more

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Posted: 9/21/2011 2:34:34 PM

Draw-Tite Class II Drawbar 2-5/8 Rise or 3-1/4 Drop Kit - Video

Today we are going to show you Draw-Tite Class II Drawbar kit, part number 36071. The ballmount is designed to fit 1-1/4 inch, class II hitch receivers. It utilizes balls with 3/4inch diameter shanks. It is weighted for 3,000 pounds gross trailer weight and 300 pounds tongue weight. Included with the ballmount is a standard 1/2inch pin and clip to secure the drawbar inside the trailer hitch. :27 more

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Posted: 8/26/2011 4:22:36 PM

Draw-Tite Class II Drawbar 3-1/8 Rise Kit Review - Video

Today we are going to show you Draw-Tite Class II drawbar kit, part number 36061. This drawbar is designed to fit 1-1/4 inch class II receiver hitches. A standard 1/2 inch pin and clip is included in the kit. The drawbar itself is designed to only be used in the rise position. It gives us a 3-1/8ths rise from the top of the shank, to the top of the ball platform. :28 more

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Posted: 8/26/2011 2:54:44 PM

Draw-Tite Sportframe Drawbar 4 Rise 2000# Kit Review - Video

Today we are going to show you the Sportframe Drawbar kit part number 3594 from Draw-Tite. The Sportframe Drawbar kit is designed for class I, 1-1/4 trailer hitches. The drawbar offers a 4 inch rise and a 2000 pound trailer weight capacity. It also has a 200 pound tongue weight capacity. :22 more

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Posted: 8/26/2011 9:50:31 AM

Diversi-Tech Self-Locking Aluminum Trailer Hitch Ball Mount Review - Video

This is a self-locking aluminum ball mount from Diversi-Tech, part number DTLBM8200. Diversi-Tech ball mounts are made from billet aluminum. It starts as a solid block of aluminum and is machined into the ball mount. This ball mount has a gross trailer weight capacity of 14,000 lbs and a tongue weight capacity of 2,000 lbs. Diversi-Tech builds in spring-loaded, stainless steel, anti-rattle balls. These balls help take out some of the rattle, that the ball mount makes inside the hitch. This is also their self-locking model, that does not require the use of a hitch pin. Instead, the pin and lock is built into the ball mount, the pin is extended right now and it will grab the pin holes on your hitch. To unlock and remove the ball mount, use the barrel key on the front and the pins are retracted, allowing you to remove the ball mount from your vehicle. Place the ball mount back inside the hitch, turn the key and the pin pops back out. This is a great security feature, as there is nothing hanging outside of the hitch for potential thieves to cut, and it also does not require you to remember your hitch pin or lock. And that is it for the Diversi-Tech Self-Locking Ball Mount, part number DTLBM8200. more

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Posted: 8/1/2011 2:30:08 PM

Diversi-Tech Fixed Aluminum Trailer Hitch Ball Mount Review - Video

This is an aluminum ball mount from Diversi-Tech, part number DTBM5400. Diversi-Tech ball mounts are made of a single piece of aircraft grade billet aluminum, they are machined from a solid block of aluminum. This ball mount is rated for up to 14,000 lbs gross trailer weight or 2,000 lbs tongue weight. When used in the position, it provides 4 inches of , from the top of the shank to the top of the ball platform. When flipped over and used in the rise position, it offers 3 inches of rise from the top of the shank to the top of the ball platform. Diversi-Tech also builds in spring-loaded, stainless steel, anti-rattle balls. These balls help reduce some of the rattle noise from the ball mount being inside of your hitch. And that is it for the Diversi-Tech Aluminum Ball Mount, part number DTBM5400. more

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Posted: 8/1/2011 2:28:09 PM

Diversi-Tech Aluminum Trailer Hitch Ball Mount Review - Video

This is an aluminum hitch ball mount from Diversi-Tech, part number DTBM5200. The Diversi-Tech ball mounts are made out of aircraft grade billet aluminum, meaning they are machined from a single block of solid aluminum. This ball mount has a 14,000 lbs trailer weight capacity and a 2,000 lbs tongue weight capacity. When used in the position, it offers 2 inches of , from the top of the shank to the top of the ball mount platform. When used in the rise position, it offers 1 inch of rise, from the top of the shank to the top of the ball platform. Diversi-Tech also builds in spring-loaded, stainless steel, anti-rattle balls. These bearings help to take out a little bit of the rattle from the draw bar inside the hitch. And that is it for the Diversi-Tech Aluminum Ball Mount, part number DTBM5200. more

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Posted: 8/1/2011 2:25:52 PM

Diversi-Tech Adjustable Solid-Tow Aluminum Ball Mount Review - Video

This is Diversi-Tech Adjustable, Multi-Ball Ball Mount, part number DTSTBM7000. Like other Diversi-Tech Ball Mounts, this is made from an aircraft grade billet aluminum. It is designed for 2 inch by 2 inch trailer hitches. It is rated for up to 10,000 lbs gross trailer weight and 1,500 lbs tongue weight. It provides a rise of up to 11 inches or a of up to 10 inches and can be adjusted in 1 inch increments. The ball platform has 2 fixed balls on it. A larger 2-5/16 and a more common 2 inch. To mount the ball platform on our shank, we are going to remove the side locking bolt and we will use the the included allen key with the kit. Then, on the face of the ball platform, we will back this set bolt off, far enough so that is flush on the inside, so that we can mount our platform to our shank. Once our bolt is flush with our platform on the inside, we can mount it on our shank. You will know it is positioned on one of the holes, because our front bolt will sit flush with the front of the face of our ball platform. Once we have the positioning bolt set, we can re-install our locking bolt. This ball mount also features Diversi-Tech tensioning system. On the top of the ball mount, there is a pin that can be adjusted that will remove any rattle between our ball mount and our hitch. We will use the included allen key to adjust the amount of tension we need to quiet our hitch down. And that does it for Diversi-Tech Adjustable Ball Mount, part number DTSTBM7000. more

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Posted: 8/1/2011 2:19:40 PM

Diversi-Tech Adjustable Solid-Tow Aluminum Ball Mount Review - Video

This is Diversi-Tech Adjustable Solid Aluminum Ball Mount, part number DTSTBM6800. The ball mount is made from an aircraft grade billet aluminum. It is made from a single piece of aluminum, machined down into our ball mount. It is designed to fit 2 inch by 2 inch trailer hitches. It is rated for up to 10,000 lbs trailer weight and up to 1,500 lbs tongue weight. It will provide a 9 inch rise or an 8 inch and can be adjusted in 1 inch increments. On the ball platform are 2 fixed balls. A common 2 inch and a larger 2-5/16. To attach the ball platform to our shank we are going to unlock the Allen bolt on the side and remove it. There is a second Allen bolt that locks into one of the adjustment holes on our shank, so again we are going to use our Allen key and undo this bolt from the front of the platform. We do not need to remove it, just back it out until it is flush on the inside of the ball platform. Next, we can slide it on to our ball mount, and begin to tighten the bolt down. You will know it is seated properly on one of the adjustment holes when you can get this bolt flush with the face of the ball platform. Once we have our adjustment bolt set, we will re-install our locking bolt on the side. This ball mount also uses Diversi-Tech adjusting system. The adjusting system puts tension between our ball mount and the inside of our receiver hitch to remove any hitch noise. Tighten the bolt and the adjustment pin pops out, removing any gap between the ball mount and the receiver hitch. And that is it for the Diversi-Tech Adjustable Ball Mount, part number DTSTBM6800. more

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Posted: 8/1/2011 2:17:31 PM

Diversi-Tech Adjustable Solid-Tow Aluminum Ball Mount Review - Video

This is Diversi-Tech Adjustable Solid Aluminum Ball Mount, part number DTSTBM6600. Like other Diversi-Tech ball mounts, it is made from a single piece of billet aluminum. It has a gross trailer weight capacity of 10,000 lbs and a tongue weight capacity up to 1,500 lbs. It can be used in either the rise or orientation. In the rise position, it can go as high as 7 inches, or, in the position, it will as much as 6 inches. It can be adjusted in 1 inch increments. The ball platform has 2 fixed balls on it. A more common 2 inch ball and a larger 2-5/16 inch ball. We will used the included Allen key to assemble our ball mount. On the side of the ball platform is a locking screw. We will back this screw off, so we can remove the front screw. When we back off the front screw, we will create enough clearance that we can slide our ball mount on top of our shank. We will slide it over our adjustable shank and begin to tighten this front Allen screw down again. You will know it is properly seated in one of the adjustment holes, when you are able to get the screw flush with the ball mount itself. We will re-install the set screw on the side, to lock everything into place. On top of the ball mount, is Diversi-Tech tensioning system. There is a pin that will pop out of our ball mount and remove any slack between our ball mount and our receiver hitch. Again we will use the included Allen key to adjust the tension. And that is it for the Diversi-Tech Adjustable Aluminum Ball Mount, part number DTSTBM6600. more

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Posted: 8/1/2011 2:14:57 PM

Diversi-Tech Self-Locking Aluminum Trailer Hitch Ball Mount Review - Video

This is the Self-Locking Aluminum Ball Mount from Diversi-Tech, part number DTLBM8600. Diversi-Tech Ball Mounts are made from aircraft grade billet aluminum, meaning the ball mount is machined from a solid block of aluminum. This ball mount has a 14,000 lbs trailer weight capacity and a 2,000 lbs tongue weight capacity. When used in the position, this ball mount offers 6 inches, from the top of the shank to the top of the ball platform. When flipped over and used in the rise position, it offers 5 inches of rise, from the top of the shank to the top of the ball platform. Diversi-Tech also builds in stainless steel, spring-loaded, anti-rattle balls. These balls take out some of the noise created from the ball mount being inside of the receiver hitch. This model also has Diversi-Tech self-locking system. There is no need for a hitch pin with this ball mount. The hitch pins are built in to the ball mount itself. When you need to remove the ball mount you will take the key, turn the lock, and the pins will retract, allowing you to remove the ball mount from the hitch. This is a great security feature, as there is nothing sticking outside of the hitch for thieves to cut, and it is also convenient, because you will not need to remember a pin and clip or a separate ball mount lock. And that is it for the Diversi-Tech Ball Mount, part number DTLBM8600. more

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Posted: 8/1/2011 2:12:01 PM

Diversi-Tech Self-Locking Aluminum Trailer Hitch Ball Mount Review - Video

This is the Self-Locking Aluminum Ball Mount from Diversi-Tech, part number DTLBM8400. Diversi-Tech ball mounts are made from aircraft grade billet aluminum. They are machined from a solid block of aluminum. This ball mount has a 14,000 lbs gross trailer capacity and a 2,000 lbs tongue weight capacity. When used in the position, it provides 4 inches of , from the top of the shank to the top of the ball platform. When used in the rise position, it offers 3 inches of rise, from the top of the shank to the top of the ball platform. Diversi-Tech builds in spring-loaded stainless steel anti-rattle balls. These balls help remove some of the noise created from the ball mount inside the receiver hitch. The self-locking system integrates a lock and the ball mounts own hitch pin into the ball mount itself. There is no need to remember a separate pin and clip or a locking hitch pin. When locked, the pins pop out of the ball mount and lock into the receiver on your vehicle. To remove the ball mount, take the included barrel key and using the key, the pins will retract, allowing you to remove the ball mount. This is a great security feature, as there is nothing hanging outside of the hitch for any potential thieves to cut, and it is also convenient, because you do not have to remember a separate pin or lock. And that is it for the Diversi-Tech Self-Locking Ball Mount, part number DTLBM8400. more

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Posted: 8/1/2011 2:08:43 PM

Diversi-Tech Self-Locking Adjustable Aluminum Ball Mount Review - Video

This is Diversi-Tech Self-Locking Adjustable Aluminum Ball Mount, part number DTALBM6625. This ball mount, like other Diversi-Tech ball mounts is made from aircraft grade billet aluminum, it is machined from a single piece of aluminum. It is designed for use with 2-1/2 inch by 2-1/2 inch trailer receiver hitches and is rated for up to 10,000 lbs gross trailer weight and 1,500 lbs tongue weight. It can be used in the rise position for up to 7 inches of rise, or in the position for up to 6 inches of and can be adjusted in 1 inch increments. The ball platform has 2 fixed balls, a 2-5/16 ball as well as a more common 2 inch ball. To mount our ball platform to our shank, we need to retract this pin. To do so, we will use the lock on the side. When we turn the lock the pin is retracted so we can mount it to our shank. Slip the platform over the shank and when you lock the key the pin will into place. You will not be able to remove the key unless the pin is seated all the way into the shank. This ball mount also features Diversi-Tech self-locking hitch pin. You will not need to use a separate pin and clip or a hitch lock with this ball mount. The pin is integrated into the ball mount. To install the ball mount, turn the lock and the pins will retract. Once you have it mounted properly in your hitch, turn the lock back and the pins will extend, securing the ball mount inside your hitch. This is a great security feature as there is no hitch pin extending outside of the hitch, for potential thieves to cut and it is also more convenient because you will not need to remember a separate pin and clip or locking hitch pin. And that does it for Diversi-Tech Self-Locking Adjustable Ball Mount, part number DTALBM6625. more

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Posted: 8/1/2011 2:01:42 PM

Diversi-Tech Self-Locking Adjustable Aluminum Ball Mount Review - Video

This is Diversi-Tech Self-Locking Adjustable Ball Mount, part number DTALBM6425. Like other Diversi-Tech ball mounts, this ball mount is made of aircraft grade billet aluminum. The ball platform features 2 fixed balls, a larger 2-5/16 and a more common 2 inch. This ball mount is designed to be used with 2-1/2 inch by 2-1/2 inch trailer hitches. It has a gross trailer weight of up to 10,000 lbs and a tongue weight of up to 1,500 lbs. It can be used in the rise or position, to provide 5 inches of rise or up to 4 inches of and can be adjusted in 1 inch increments. 0:45 more

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Posted: 8/1/2011 1:59:44 PM

Diversi-Tech Self-Locking Adjustable Aluminum Ball Mount Review - Video

This is Diversi-Tech Self-Locking Adjustable Ball Mount, part number DTALBM6400. Like other Diversi-Tech Ball Mounts, this ball mount is made from an aircraft grade billet aluminum. It is machined from a solid block of aluminum. The ball platform has 2 fixed balls. A larger 2-5/16, with a 10,000 lbs trailer capacity, and a more common 2 inch ball with a 7,500 lbs capacity. It is designed to fit 2 inch by 2 inch trailer hitches and can be used in either the rise or the position. In the rise position, it will allow up to 5 inches of rise and in the position up to 4 inches. It can be adjusted in 1 inch increments. To mount our ball platform to our shank, we are going to use one of our included keys to retract our locking pin. With the pin retracted, we are able to slide it over our shank. We will position it over one of our holes, and lock it into place. This ball mount also features spring-loaded, stainless steel, anti-rattle balls. These will help keep the hitch quiet inside your receiver. You also do not need a separate pin and clip or a locking hitch pin, it is built into the ball mount and is activated with a lock on the front of the draw bar. Simply use the key, turn the lock and the pins will retract. This is a great security feature, as there is no pin that a potential thief could cut and is also very convenient, because you do not have to remember a separate pin and clip or a hitch pin. That does it for the Diversi-Tech Self-Locking Adjustable Ball Mount, part number DTALBM6400. more

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Posted: 8/1/2011 1:47:35 PM

Diversi-Tech Adjustable, Self-Locking, Aluminum Ball Mount, 9 Inch Rise, 8 Inch Drop Review - Video

This is Diversi-Techs self-locking adjustable ball mount, part number DTALBM6825. Like other Diversi-Tech ball mounts, this one is made from aircraft-grade billet aluminum. It is designed for 2-1/2 inch by 2-1/2 inch trailer hitches and is rated for up to 10,000 pounds gross towing weight and up to 1,500 pounds tongue weight. It can be used in the rise position for 9 inches of rise or in the drop position for 8 inches of drop. It can be adjusted in 1 inch increments. The ball platform has two fixed balls, a larger 2-5/16 and a more common 2 inch. To attach the ball platform to our shank, we need to retract this pin. We will do that with the lock on the side of the platform. Turn the lock and the pin will retract and we can mount it on our shank. We can turn the key and the pin will extend and lock into the shank. You will know when the pin is secured because you will not be able to remove the key until it is seated all of the way. 1:24 more

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Posted: 7/29/2011 9:00:01 AM

Diversi-Tech Aluminum 2 Inch Drop, 1 Inch Rise, Ball Mount Review - Video

This is the Aluminum Trailer Hitch Ball Mount from Diversi-Tech, part number DTBM4200. The Diversi-Tech ball mounts are made out of aircraft grade billet aluminum. This ball mount has a 14,000 trailer weight capacity and a 2,000 lbs tongue weight capacity. When used in the position, it provides 2 inches of , from the hitch receiver opening to the ball platform. When used in the rise position, it provides 1 inch of rise, from the top of the ball mount to the top of the ball platform. Diversi-Tech also builds in spring-loaded, stainless steel, anti-rattle balls, that help reduce some of the noise from the tow bar rattling inside the hitch. That is it for the Aluminum Trailer Hitch Ball Mount from Diversi-Tech, part number DTBM4200. more

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Posted: 7/29/2011 1:59:41 PM

Diversi-Tech Self-Locking Aluminum Ball Mount Review - Video

This is a Self-Locking Aluminum Ball Mount from Diversi-Tech, part number DTLBM9200. Diversi-Tech ball mounts are made from aircraft grade billet aluminum. They are machined from a solid block of aluminum. This ball mount has a 14,000 lbs trailer weight capacity and a 2,000 lbs tongue weight capacity. When used in the position it offers 2 inches of , from the top of the shank to the top of the ball platform. When used in the rise position, it offers 1 inch of rise, from the top of the shank to the top of the ball platform. Built into the ball mount are spring-loaded, stainless steel anti-rattle balls. These balls help take out some of the noise created from the ball mount being inside your receiver hitch. more

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Posted: 7/29/2011 1:59:14 PM

Cushioned Ball Mount for 2 Inch Hitches Review - Video

This is the Cushioned Ball Mount for 2 inch trailer hitches from Convert-A-Ball, part number AMSC2. This ball mount is designed to fit 2 inch by 2 inch trailer hitches. It has a 10,000 lbs towing capacity and a 2,000 lbs tongue weight capacity. When used in the position, it provides 2 inches of , from the top of the shank to the top of the ball platform. When used in the rise position, it provided 3/4 inch of rise, from the top of the shank to the top of the ball platform. The ball mount is made in the USA and is covered by a 2 year limited warranty. The Convert-A-Ball cushioning system, uses 2 large polyurethane cushions inside the drawbar. These cushions will absorb the shock when coming to a stop or starting off of a light when towing a trailer. And that is it for the Convert-A-Ball Ball Mount, part number AMSC2. more

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Posted: 7/27/2011 11:33:06 AM

Convert-A-Ball Cushioned Adjustable Pintle Mounting Bar Review - Video

This is the Cushioned Adjustable Pintle Mount from Convert-A-Ball, part number AMPC2. This pintle mount is designed to work with 2 inch by 2 inch trailer receivers. It has a 10,000 lbs towing weight capacity, and a 2,000 lbs tongue weight capacity. On the face is a welded steel plate that you can use to bolt your pintle mount to the draw bar. The pintle mount is manufactured in the USA and is covered by a 2 year limited warranty. It also features Convert-A-Balls cushioning system. Inside the draw bar are 2 large polyurethane cushions that will absorb some of the shock from starting and stopping, resulting in a much smoother ride while towing. And that is it for the Convert-A-Ball Cushioned Pintle Mount, part number AMPC2. more

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Posted: 7/27/2011 4:28:57 PM

Stinger Hitch Cushioned Swiveling Ball Mount Review - Video

This is the Swiveling Ball Mount from Convert-A-Ball, part number CAB-SHD2. This ball mount is designed to fit 2 inch by 2 inch trailer receivers. It has a 10,000 lbs towing capacity and a 1,000 lbs tongue weight capacity. When used in the position, it provided a 2 inch , from the top of the shank to the top of the ball mount. It can only be used in the position, it cannott be turned over and used in the rise position. Convert-A-Ball built in a swiveling system, to make hooking up your trailer easier. All you have to do is pull the pin and the ball mount plate will swivel, allowing you to move the ball just enough to make hooking up your trailer easier without having to re-position the vehicle. This ball mount is made in the USA and is covered by a 2 year limited warranty. It also uses Convert-A-Balls cushioning system. Inside the shank are 2 large polyurethane cushions, to cushion the jerking from starting and stopping, making your tow ride much smoother and much nicer. And that is it for the the Convert-A-Ball Swiveling Ball Mount, part number CAB-SHD2. more

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Posted: 7/27/2011 4:22:40 PM

Convert-A-Ball Cushioned Ball Mount Clevis and Pintle Review - Video

This is the Cushioned, Clevis-Style Ball Mount from Convert-A-Ball, part number AMCC2. This clevis mount is designed to fit 2 inch by 2 inch trailer hitch receivers. It features a 10,000 lbs towing capacity and a 2,000 lbs tongue weight capacity. It is designed to accept most 3 inch lunette rings, it is manufactured in the USA, and is covered by a 2 year limited warranty. It also utilizes Convert-A-Balls cushioning system with polyurethane cushions built inside the draw bar. These polyurethane cushions work to absorb the shock of starting and stopping while towing your trailer, resulting in a much smoother ride. And that is it for the Convert-A-Ball Cushioned Clevis Mount, part number AMCC2. more

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Posted: 7/27/2011 4:19:16 PM

Cushioned Ball Mount for 2 Inch Hitches Review - Video

This is the Cushioned Ball Mount for 2 Inch Hitches from Convert-A-Ball, part number AMSC4. This ball mount is designed to fit 2 inch by 2 inch trailer hitches. It has a towing capacity of 10,000 lbs and a tongue weight capacity of 2,000 lbs. When used in the position, it provides 4 inches of , from the top of the shank to the top of the ball mount. When used in the rise position, it provides 2-3/4 inches of rise, from the top of the shank to the top of the platform. The Convert-A-Ball ball mount is made in the USA and is covered by a 2 year limited warranty. This ball mount also utilizes Convert-A-Balls cushioning system. Inside the ball mount are 2 large polyurethane cushions. These polyurethane cushions act to absorb the shock when coming to a stop or when starting from a stoplight. This will make your trailer towing smoother and more comfortable. And that does it for the Convert-A-Ball 2 inch Ball Mount, part number AMSC4. more

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Posted: 7/27/2011 4:14:44 PM

Convert-A-Ball Cushioned 6-Way Multi-Hitch Ball Mount Review - Video

This is the Cushioned 6 Way Multi-Hitch Ball Mount from Convert-A-Ball, part number CAB-6W. This ball mount can be used to tow in 6 different fashions. Each of the three balls at 1-7/8 inches, 2 inches, and 2-5/16 inches. It can be used as an agricultural clevis, a lawn and garden clevis, or you can even use it with a lunette ring. It is designed to fit 2 inch by 2 inch trailer hitch receivers and to switch from the functions, all you have to do is remove the ball mount and rotate it to whatever side you need to use to tow. When using the 2-5/16 inches ball or the draw pin, it has a towing capacity of 10,000 lbs and and a tongue weight capacity of 2,000 lbs. When using the 2 inch ball or the 1-7/8 inch ball, it has a towing capacity of 3,500 lbs and a tongue weight capacity of 350 lbs. The mount is manufactured in the USA and is covered by a 2 year limited warranty. It also utilizes Convert-A-Balls cushioning system. Inside the drawbar are polyurethane cushions that absorb the shock that comes from starting and stopping when towing a trailer. This will result in a much smoother ride. And that is it for the Covert-A-Ball 6 Way Multi-Ball Mount, part number CAB-6W. more

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Posted: 7/27/2011 4:06:48 PM

Roll-A-Hitch Cushioned Telescoping Swiveling Ball Mount Review - Video

Today, we are going to show you the Telescoping, Swiveling Ball Mount from Convert-A-Ball, part number CAB-LD6. This ball mount is designed to fit 2 inch by 2 inch trailer hitch recievers. It has a towing weight capacity of 10,000 lbs and a tongue weight capacity of 1,000 lbs. It features a 6 inch , from the top of the receiver to the top of the ball platform. It cannot be reversed, it must be used in the position. It is manufactured in the US and is covered by a 2 year limited warranty. The Telescoping Swiveling Ball Mount makes hooking up your trailer very, very easy. You do not have to back the vehicle all the way up and you do not have to get it perfectly straight. The ball mount telescopes out to provide some extra distance, to make hooking up your trailer easier. It will also swivel so you do not have to be at the exact right angle or straight on the trailer to get it to hook up. Once you have hooked up, you can pull your vehicle forward to straighten it out and lock it into place and then you collapse the telescoping feature into the towing position and you are ready to go. It also features the Convert-A-Ball cushioning system, which features 2 large polyurethane cushions inside the shank. This will help to absorb some of the shock from coming to a stop, or starting off of a stoplight to make your towing smoother. And that does it for the Convert-A-Ball Telescoping, Swiveling Ball Mount, part number CAB-LD6. more

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Posted: 7/27/2011 4:03:47 PM

Convert-A-Ball Cushioned Weight Distribution Shank Review - Video

This is the cushioned weight distribution shank from Convert-A-Ball part number AMAC1. This weight distribution shank is designed to fit 2 inch by 2 inch trailer hitches. It has a towing capacity of 10,000 pounds and a tongue weight capacity of 2,000 pounds. It is manufactured in the USA and is covered by a 2 year limited warranty. As the standard with weight distribution shanks, it has adjustable mounting holes that are 1-1/4 inch center on center. It also utilizes Convert-A-Balls cushioning system inside the mount. more

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Posted: 7/27/2011 4:01:30 PM

Draw-Tite Forged Ball Mount with 16,000 Pound Capacity Review - Video

Today we are going to show you Draw-Tites forged ball mount with 16,000 pound capacity, part number 40331. The ball mount is constructed of solid one-piece forged materials and is finished with a double pounder coat to help protect the ball mount. It is designed to fit 2 inch receiver hitches and used hitch balls with a 1-1/4 inch shank diameter. This ball mount can be used in either the or the rise position. In the position, we lose 4 inches from the top of the shank to the top of the ball platform. In the rise position, we gain 3 inches from the top of the shank to the top of the ball platform. Slide the ball mount into the hitch, line up the holes and use a 5/8 hitch pin, or locking hitch pin, to secure the ball mount. And that does it for the forged ball mount with 16,000 pound capacity, part number 40331. more

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Posted: 6/28/2011 1:59:15 PM

Rapid Hitch Adjustable Ball Mount Kit with 3-1/2 Inch Drop and Stainless Balls Review - Video

Today we are going to review part number AM3468 from Andersen Manufacturing. This is their rapid hitch. First off, it is a made in the USA product and it is a ball mount designed to be adjustable to match the height of your trailer. This is designed to fit on 2 inch receiver hitches. This kit does come with 2-5/16 ball and also the 2 inch ball. The rapid hitch is rated at 1,500 pounds and the total trailer weight is rated for 10,000 pounds. However, the hitch balls do limit your towing capacity. For instance, the 2-5/16 ball is good for 10,000 pounds but the 2 inch ball is only good for 8,000 pounds. This adjustable ball mount is constructed out of high quality aluminum alloy with the hitch balls themselves constructed out of zinc plated steel. 0:44 more

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Posted: 2/25/2010 8:16:59 AM

Rapid Hitch Adjustable Ball Mount Kit with 3-1/2 Inch Drop and Chrome Balls Review - Video

Alright, today we are going to review part number AM3400 from Andersen Manufacturing. This is their rapid hitch. What we have here is an adjustable ball mount that is constructed entirely out of aluminum alloy. And the hitch ball assembly itself is actually constructed of chrome plated steel. It does come with two locking pins, one for the hitch ball assembly and also one for the hitch itself. Alright, let us go ahead and take a closer look at the rapid hitch. We have the rapid hitch installed in the hitch . Let us go ahead and take it out. We have our locking pin here, it comes with a barrel key. And then with a 1/4 turn it comes apart. Go ahead and take it out. Alright, and you can see here the shank is constructed of the aluminum alloy and also has two hitch pin holes. It will give you room between different hitch and bumper combinations. Okay, let us go ahead and reinstall it and move on. 0:58 more

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Posted: 2/18/2010 6:22:49 AM

Rapid Hitch w/ 3- 1/ 2 Inch Drop Review - Video

Today we are going to review part number AM3460 from Andersen Manufacturing. This is their Rapid hitch ball mount. This ball mount is constructed of aluminum alloy that is designed for two inch by two inch receivers. This ball mount has an adjustment between a 3- 1/ 2 inch and a 4-1/ 2 inch rise. The hitch balls themselves are constructed of chrome plated steel. This one does come with a pin to adjust the ball mount up and down but does not come with a locking pin. You do have to supply your own locking pin or hitch pin. Also, this product is made in the U.S.A. Lets cover some of the features more in detail. 00:33 more

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Posted: 2/8/2010 6:44:56 PM

Quietride Tightening Ball Mount With Lock Manufacturer Review - Video

The Quietride Tightening Ball Mount with lock provides a secure and sound dampening connection between your vehicle and trailer. This not only improves your towing experience, but also protects your valuable vehicle, trailer, and cargo. Quietrides patently tightening ball mount has two critical components that work together to insure you have the safest and quietest ride the industry has to offer. The threaded, stainless steel hitch pin tightens securely to an internal nut fixed to the inside of the ball mounts inner wall. The ball mount is pulled into the corner of the receiver hitch by the tightening action of the gold wedge and pin. This three dimensional cinch eliminates all of the movement that causes the clanking sound you hear when starting, stopping, and cornering. This insures that all gaps around the ball mount are absorbed leaving your vehicle and equipment damage free and without the annoying clank. The Quietride Tightening Ball Mount system insures the ultimate towing experience. more

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Posted: 10/1/2009 12:10:50 AM

Review of a Softride QuietRide Tightening Ball Mount - Video

Today we are going to show you part number SR25733 from Softride. This is their steel Tightening Ball Mount. This part number is for the 2-inch version. This is also available in 4-inch and 6-inch versions, too. A few features of this ball mount are that it comes complete with a wedge and tightening hitch pin to combine for safe and quiet towing. It comes with a stainless steel hitch pin - which is really nice you do not have to worry about corrosion. It comes with a 1-inch shank hole for 1-inch balls. It is rated for Class IV applications with a 1,000-pound tongue weight and 10,000-pound towing weight. And it actually tightens the ball mount in three directions: front to rear and also up left to right or up and down. Next we will cover some of the features and details and show you how it works. more

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Posted: 2/16/2009 2:37:02 PM

Superwinch Receiver Shackle Bracket Review - Video

Today we are going to show you part number SW2546 from Superwinch. This is their Receiver Shackle Bracket. And what this does is, it makes any receiver a tie-off point for any winching application or pulling application. You can use this in the front receiver or the back receiver. The only main thing you have to worry about is do not exceed the capacity of your receiver hitch itself. And this will fit all 2-inch receiver hitches. We will go ahead and show you the parts that come with the unit. more

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Posted: 12/19/2008 3:54:21 PM

Curt Reversible Ball Mount Review - Video

Today we are going to show you part number D-43 from Curt. What we have here is an 1-7/8 drop and 2 inch ball rise reversal ball mount. A couple quick notes on the capacity are the 1-7/8 ball is rated for 3500 pounds and the 2 inch ball is rated for 6000 pounds. Another measurement is it measures 11 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the center of ball. Next we will go ahead and install it into a 2 inch receiver hitch. In the drop position, from the top of the ball mount to down here it measures 3 inches. Then you flip it over and you actually have a 2 inch rise from the top of the ball mount to the top of this plate here. This is a 2 inch ball. There you have it for part number D-43 from Curt. more

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Posted: 8/14/2008 4:44:59 PM

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