How to Select Correct Ball Mount to Keep Pop-Up Camper Trailer Level When Hitched

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I am driving a 2017 nissan frontier that i measure from the ground to the top of the hitch and it is 18.5. the pop up camper i will be towing is also 18.5 inches from the ground. I know i need a ball that is 2inch in diameter. Camper weighs about 1800 lbs. and hitch weight is about 180lbs. What type of ball hitch and should i get? and what type of ball?

asked by: Michael M

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When selecting a ball mount and 2-inch hitch ball for towing your pop-up camper you will want to choose a ball mount that allows the hitched trailer to remain level. The article I linked for you shows how to choose the right 2-inch ball mount with the correct rise or drop to keep your trailer level. Level trailers tow much better.

I linked our page for 2-inch ball mounts, some of which include the hitch ball, such as Curt # C45036 which offers 2-inches of drop. If you choose a separate ball mount and hitch ball be sure that the ball has the correct shank diameter and length for the ball mount. For example, if you choose ball mount # C45030 with it you can use 2-inch ball # 63845.

expert reply by: Adam R

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Tom G.

2/12/2020

What size hitch will I need to pull a pop-up trailer on a 2012 Grand Caravan.

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Jacob H.

2/14/2020

You will need to get a hitch that can support the total weight of your camper. I would check to see how much your camper weighs and then get a hitch and ball mount that the weight capacity surpasses amount that the camper weighs. The etrailer hitch receiver # e98854 has a max tongue weight of 400 lbs. and a max trailer weight of 4000 lbs. This should be more than adequate for your pop up camper. As far a ball mount goes, you will need to get the right size ball for your trailer coupler.

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Answer 1

Hi and welcome to the adventure of pop-up campers. Please note the attached links below for the product reviews, installation instructions and helpful articles that etrailer.com has published. First for your trailer hitch, I recommend the etrailer…

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The best hitch for your 2015 Jeep Renegade Latitude that will provide you with the most ground clearance is the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH83VR. This hitch is made in the USA, has a bolt-on, no-drill installation and will provide you…

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Answer 3

Here is the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH83VR which you saw in the YouTube video being installed on a 2017 Jeep Renegade. I have also linked the installation video below for you to see from our website. I recommend installing the Curt…

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

No, the adapter you selected is for the Jayco camper only. The Coleman camper is going to have a different wiring pattern and unfortunately will not work with the Jayco adapter. Does your camper have a battery for the accessories? If so then your 4…

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We sure do! I recommend the etrailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" and 2-1/2" Hitches - Flush - 3-5/8" Span - Chrome #e98881 which has the 5/8" diameter you need and has a 3-5/8" span meaning it will work perfectly with the…

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Answer 10

That's a very good question, we tend to be extra cautious and say to use 10 gauge wire because that would be more than enough. When you get into longer trailers that will end up using a lot of wire the heavier gauge wire becomes more necessary.…

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