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• Can Hopkins Wiring Harness for 2013 Subaru Outback be Stored in Hatch When Not in Use
  You can absolutely store the Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness # HM11143865 in the hatch of your 2013 Subaru Outback when you aren't using it instead of routing it outside the vehicle. The connector end will be long enough to hang outside your hatch when you need to connect it to your trailer. I have added a link to the instructions and a video install for you to check out as well of the Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness # HM11143865. If you also need a trailer...
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• 2 Inch Diameter Hitch Ball with Long Shank
  We have the Long Shank Hitch Ball, # C40020, that has a 2 inch hitch ball and a 3 inch shank and a towing capacity of 6000 pounds. Another option is the Hidden Hitch Long Shank Ball, # 63849, which has a 3-3/8 inch long shank and 7,500 lb capacity. Finally you could use the Tow Ready Long Shank Hitch Ball, # 19255, that you mentioned. This ball has a 3-3/8 inch shank and 3,500 lb capacity.
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• Hitch Ball Recommendation for a 2009 Toyota Tacoma on the Factory Bumper
  Since the bumper thickness on your vehicle is 1-1/2 inches I would recommend you get a Hitch Ball with 2 inch Diameter and Long Shank, part # 63849. This # 63849 is designed for drawbars and bumpers that are between 1 inch and 2 inches thick. The Hitch Ball with 2 inch Diameter and Medium Shank, part # 63845, that you referenced is designed for drawbars and bumpers that are from 1/2 inch to 1 inch in thickness. I attached an FAQ article on hitch balls below for you to check out also.
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• Longest Shank for 2" Hitch Ball for Factory Towable Bumper
  The longest 1" diameter shank we offer for a 2" hitch ball is the Hitch Ball part # 63849 which measures 3-1/4" long. This will work great on a Toyota Tundra with factory towable bumper.
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• Can I Use a Hitch Ball With a Nut Between the Ball and the Ball Mount to Raise the Towing Height
  The Hitch Ball with 2" Diameter and Long Shank, item # 63849, is designed to mount into ball mounts that have a thicker ball mount location and cannot be mounted without the flat portion of the mounting surface contacting the ball mount. Mounting the ball in a raised position will compromise the strength of the ball and put undo stress on the ballmount and hitch. You did not mention the year make and model of your vehicle, or the size of your hitch so it is hard to make a recommendation...
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• How to Pick Out a Hitch Ball for a 2008 Chevy Silverado 1500, Hitch Recommendation
  None of the hitch balls we offer are going to have a 6 inch long threaded shank on them. The longest available is 3-3/8 like the part # 63849 that you referenced. If you do not have a hitch on your 2008 Chevy Silverado 1500 I think your best option for towing would be to install one. For that I would recommend the Curt Hitch part # 13322. Then to pick out a ball mount to insert into the hitch opening of the hitch you will first need to decide how much rise/drop you need. Check out the...
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• Ball Mount for 2012 Wrangler Sahara Unlimited Towing Snowmobile Trailer
  Being within two inches of level, either over or under would be close enough. A ball mount like part # BM20 would be perfect. The ball mount uses a trailer ball with a 1 inch diameter shank like part # 19260 for a 1-7/8 inch ball, or # 63849 for a 2 inch ball.
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• Replacement Hitch Installation Hardware For Draw-Tite Class III Hitch # 41116
  We can provide you with replacement hitch installation hardware for your Draw-Tite Class III Hitch # 41116. Simply enter the part # RHK into our search box; you'll then be prompted to enter the hitch number (41116) and select the hitch manufacturer (Draw-Tite) from the drop-down menu. You will then see the appropriate hardware kit. Hitch installation hardware is single-use-only, so it is wise to use new hardware for re-installing this hitch on your 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis. To help...
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• Inexpensive Light Duty Ball Mount Recommendation for 3 Inch Receiver on 2020 Ford F-250
  If you're going to tow anything at highway speeds for any distance, It really is important that you get the drop of the ball mount within an inch or so of level, or you'll get trailer sway which isn't super fun. I'll link to an article that shows how to measure for the correct drop ball mount. I'd recommend using Curt # C45408 hitch reducers (one to reduce the 3 inch receiver to a 2-1/2, and another to reduce the 2-1/2 to a 2 inch) along with a relatively inexpensive adjustable ball mount...
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• Recommended Curt Receiver Hitch for 2005 Dodge Magnum RT
  Curt offers two different receiver hitches for your 2005 Magnum, the Class II you mentioned, part # 12240 or a Class III, part # 13465. Although both receivers would work great on your vehicle, I always recommend choosing a Class III with a 2 inch receiver opening over the Class II with the 1-1/4 inch opening whenever the option is available. The more common Class III 2 inch receiver will provide a better selection of hitch mounted accessories like bike racks or cargo carriers. If you...
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• 2 Inch Ball for Brophy Ball Mount with 1-1/4 Inch Thick Ball Platform
  You are correct about ball mount # EA80. The ball platform is indeed 1 inch thick. The 2 inch ball # 63852 does not have a long enough shank to be used with this ball mount. You will need a 2 inch ball with a long shank such as # 63849. It isn't stainless steel like the other ball and there isn't a stainless steel option with a long enough shank that would work.
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• Reversible Ball Mount with 2 inch ball for both rise and
  We do not carry a ball that will do this, however what you might try is an adjustable ball mount, like part # TK5007. This would give you the rise and drop you need and would only use one ball.
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• Recommended Hitch Ball With A 3 Inch Shaft
  When it comes to a 1-7/8 inch ball or a 2 inch ball with a 3 inch shaft we do not have any stainless steel options. We do have the Chrome in a 2 inch # C40020 and in 1-7/8 inch # C40017. We also have the 2 inch Zinc coated # CB84Z. We do have The 2 inch Hitch Ball - 1-1/4 inch Diameter x 2-5/8 inch Long Shank - Stainless Steel - 10K # C69FR that may also work for you. I attached a review video link below.
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• What Trailer Hitch Works Best for My 2005 Toyota Highlander
  The Curt Trailer Hitch Class III # 13530 will fit on your father-in-laws 2005 Toyota Highlander and I recommend this hitch out of the two we offer. While all are similar in design and install in a similar manner, the Curt hitch is rated for weight distribution with a 4000 lb. GTW and 400 lb. TW rating. The Draw-Tite models are not rated for weight distribution. The Curt hitch will be able to tow a trailer and hold a 2" hitch-mounted bike rack with ease. I also recommend the Trailer Wiring...
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• What Size Ball Shank Diameter and Length Works with Reese Sway-Control Bracket RP26003
  The ball hole diameter on the sway control bracket # RP26003 is 1 inch. I have included a link to the 2 inch balls that have a 1 inch diameter shank for you. There are various lengths available from 2 inches to 3-3/8 inches. Since I am not sure what length you normally use I would err on the side of caution and go with the longest, # 63849.
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• Height from Base to Top of Tow Ready Hitch Ball
  The Hitch Ball with 2" Diameter and 3-1/4" Long Shank, 7,500 lbs GTW # 63849 is approximately 2-3/4 inches from the base to the top of the ball. The shank is 3-1/4 inches long and has a 1 inch diameter, which is smaller than most pintle hitches accept, though if that's what yours is then it will work for you! I have added a link to a video review of this hitch ball and also added a link to our selection of pintle hitch balls for you to check out just in case you needed something with a...
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• Can the Extra Long Ball Mount # BM20 be Used on a 2006 Honda Ridgeline
  Yes, you can use the Extra Long Ball Mount 10,000 lbs, item # BM20, on your 2006 Honda Pilot as long as you stay within the capacity of the lowest rated item in the system. This means that whichever item (vehicle, hitch, ball mount, or ball) has the lowest gross trailer weight or tongue weight rating will be the maximum you can tow or carry in the hitch on your vehicle. Some items you may need along with the ball mount are listed below. Anti-Rattle Device and Lock for 2 inch Trailer...
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• Brophy Balll Mount # BM20 Recommendation for a 2005 Jeep Liberty
  As long as both your 2005 Jeep Liberty and your trailer hitch have towing capacities that are above 2,800 lbs you would have not a problem using Ball Mount 3/4 inch Rise or 2 inch Drop, part # BM20, on the hitch. You might also be interested in purchasing a Hitch Ball with 2 inch Diameter and Long Shank, part # 63849, as well as a Hitch Ball with 1-7/8 inch Diameter and Long Shank, part # 19260. I attached an FAQ on ball mounts that you might find informative also.
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• Will Reese Sway Control Tab Fit Curt Ball Mount 45270
  The sway control bracket part # RP26003 would fit on the ball mount part # C45270 that you referenced. You would need to go with a much longer shanked hitch ball like the part # 63849 to ensure you have enough threads to attach the nut.
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• Hitch Ball Recommendation for Curt D-4 Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
  You will need a ball that matches your trailer coupler. The required ball size should be stamped into the top of the coupler. For a 1-7/8 inch ball you will want hitch ball # 19260. For a 2 inch ball you will want # 63849. For a 2-5/16 inch ball you will want # C40007. I have included a FAQ article on choosing hitch balls for you to check out.
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• What Size Socket is Needed to Install the Tow Ready Hitch Ball # 63849
  To install the 2" Tow Ready Hitch Ball # 63849 you will need a 1-1/2" socket.
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