Hitch Ball for the Bumper on a 1999 Ford F-150 XL Sport 4x4
Published 09/12/2014
Question:
1999 Ford F150 XL Sport 4x4 Dont have access to bumper thickness measurement to determine what length shank i need for the trailer ball. do you have this information or know where i can find it? Thank you
asked by: Adam
Expert Reply:
The most common shank length for a 1 inch diameter ball hole, which is likely what is on the bumper for your 1999 Ford F-150, is 2-1/8 inches. But if you wanted to be safe you could go with a longer one. A shank length of 2-1/8 or 2-1/4 though should be just what you need. I have included a link to the hitch ball main page to the right so you can view the different balls we carry.
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2" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 6000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1 Inch Diameter Shank
- Tow Ready
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