Trailer Hitch Balls
- What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to… view full answer... - Best Air Bag Kit for a 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty
The best air bag kit for your 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty with a single rear wheel are the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs because they are the strongest, most durable air bags on the market to provide you with optimal support for your… view full answer... - How to Determine Correct Ball Mount Rise or Drop for Towing a Trailer with a 17 Inch Coupler Height
Normally trailer coupler height is around 17 inches, from the ground to the bottom of the coupler, and most hitch manufacturers design their hitches to work with a ball mount that will end up very close to this measurement. I am including a link to… view full answer... - Do Firestone Ride-Rite Air Bags Fit 2020 Ford F-350 FX4 with Single Rear Wheels 4WD & In-Bed Hitch
I am happy to confirm for you that yes, the Firestone Ride-Rite Red Label Air Helper Springs #F36ZR do fit your 2020 Ford F-350 Super Duty FX4 with single rear wheels, 4-wheel drive and an in-bed hitch. This kit is newly designed to fit your truck so… view full answer... - Adjustable Ball Mount Recommendation for 2019 Ford F-250 with 2-1/2 inch Hitch
Thanks for the measurements of your coupler and trailer hitch! With that info we know that you need an 8-1/2 inch drop to tow your trailer level. Since B and W does not make a Tow N Stow with that much drop the best option would be a Weigh Safe… view full answer... - Hitch Recommendation For 2020 Ford F-250 Prep Package Towing Trailer With Reese Revolution Pin Box
Although you have a short bed truck you will need a fixed hitch to tow the trailer with the Reese Revolution pin box because it has it's own pivot point that provides clearance so you will not need a slider. Having 2 points of movement could… view full answer... - What is the Difference Between a 4-Way and 7-Way Trailer Connector
A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer… view full answer... - Comparing the Convert-A-Ball Dual-Cushioned Ball Mount To Other Cushioned Ball Mounts
The Convert-A-Ball Dual-Cushioned, Adjustable Ball Mount part #CAB-UM is indeed an excellent option that will help improve the overall towing experience by decreasing the felt road shock in the tow vehicle. The Convert-A-Ball in particular as you… view full answer... - Recommended Air Bag Kit for a 2020 Ford F-250 4WD Super Duty
For your 2020 Ford F-250 4WD I highly recommend the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs #F89ZR for a few reasons; they are compatible with an in-bed (5th wheel or gooseneck) hitch, they have a double-convoluted design which makes them more durable… view full answer... - Recommended Gooseneck Hitch Ball Kit for 2020 Ford F-350 with Factory Puck System
I recommend using the B&W Ball and Safety Chain Kit #BWGNXA2061 for the factory puck system on your 2020 Ford F-350 Super Duty. I like this kit of the Curt #C60692 and Reese #RP30137 options because it uses a handle to secure the gooseneck hitch… view full answer... - How Do I Know How High The Ball Should Sit Above the Ground
This will depend on the hitch used and the height of the trailer coupler. You want the trailer to be as level as possible. We have a page on calculating hitch height and coupler height to help you find what ball mount would work best. Most light duty… view full answer... - Difference Between Chrome Plated Steel Hitch Ball and Raw Steel in Terms of Corrosion Resistance
A chrome finish ball #C40036 is going to look good but it will not be corrosion resistant. A ball with a machine finish like #C40087 , is going to have about the same corrosion resistance. In terms of performance they will wear at about the same rate… view full answer...