MaxxTow Adjustable-Height Ball Mount - 2" Hitch - 7-1/2" Drop, 6-1/4" Rise - 5,000 lb

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• Recommended Extended Ball Mount or Hitch Extender for Towing Boat Trailer
  For your 2018 Tahoe and boat trailer needing a longer extension between them I recommend the Brophy Ball Mount for 2" Hitch - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 13-1/4" Long - 10,000 lbs # BM20. Having a longer ball mount like this will not reduce the capacity of your hitch at all. This will give you a length of 13-1/4 inches from the center of the ball to the hitch pin hole. For a compatible hitch ball the shank needs to be 1 inch diameter for this mount. I recommend the 2 inch ball # 40038 or...
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• Ball Height for Pulling a 2016 Coachmen Clipper with a 2004 Honda Pilot
  You want the trailer to be as level as possibel when towing. To figure out the correct rise or drop you need with your 2004 Honda Pilot measure from the ground to the inside top of the trailer hitches opening with the vehicle parked on level ground. Then measure from the ground to the underside of the trailer's coupler with it level as well. The difference between the two tells you how much of a rise (the trailer is higher than the vehicle) or a drop (the vehicle is higher than the trailer)...
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• Can Curt Ball Mount C45100 be Safely Used to Tow 3,500 lb Trailer is Rise Position
  Great question, and I think you're on the right track. Even though the Curt Ball Mount # C45100 is rated for 3,500 lbs towing/350 lbs tongue while in the rise position, I like to have some kind of safety margin so that I'm not constantly checking to make sure the ball mount is holding up. For your application I recommend the MaxxTow Adjustable-Height Ball Mount # MT70068 because the weight ratings are 5,000 lbs towing/500 lbs tongue whether you are using it in the rise or drop position....
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• Recommended Ball Mount for a Rise of 18 inches When Installing Draw-Tite # 75720 on a 2002 Odyssey
  The height of the trailer hitch when we measure for the videos can vary based on the year of the vehicle, inflation of the tires, or even how much cargo is loaded in the vehicle so the numbers we give are good to use as an estimate. If you check out the attached video of the Draw-Tite # 75270 being installed on a 2003 Honda Odyssey you can see that the ground to hitch height it 12 inches and from the center of the hitch pin hole to the rearmost edge of the bumper is only 4-1/2 inches. Since...
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• Gusset Measurements for MaxxTow Adjustable-Height Ball Mount
  From the gusset to the very end of the shank measures 7-1/2" on the MaxxTow Adjustable-Height Ball Mount # MT70068. I also measured from the gusset to the center of the hitch pin hole and found that to be 4-3/4" (see attached).
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• Will Stabilizer Jack Leg Fit in MaxxTow Adjustable-Height Ball Mount
  I went to take some measurements for you and found the leg of the Square Drop Leg Stabilizer Jack # SJ-R208 measured 1-1/4" outside to outside of the leg itself and 1-1/2" for the mounting bracket. The tube portion of the MaxxTow Adjustable-Height Ball Mount # MT70068 that accepts the ball mount measures about 2-1/2" from outside to outside and 2-1/8" inside to inside. So the stabilizer jack leg would physically fit inside the ball mount; the only issue is that the pull pin from the stabilizer...
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• Inside Tube Size of MaxxTow Adjustable-Height Ball Mount MT70068
  Both the shank portion and the ball mount portion of the MaxxTow Adjustable-Height Ball Mount # MT70068 measure 2- x 2-inches. I confirmed this by going to our warehouse and measuring both parts for you.
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• Does Longer Shank of MaxxTow Adjustable-Height Ball Mount MT70068 Affect Capacity of Hitch
  The MaxxTow Adjustable Ball Mount part # MT70068 does come with a pretty long shank. But the only real thing at risk will be your shins. The added length does put a bit more leverage on the hitch, but it does not negatively affect the capacity of the hitch. In a lot of situations where a short trailer is being towed adding length can make it easier to back up.
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• Choosing a Ball Mount with the Right Drop to Tow a Trailer Level with a 2004 Chevy Tahoe
  Since you had them measure to the top of the coupler and not the bottom, the trailer will actually be a little lower than the vehicle by however tall the coupler is from the point they measured it. Those rental trailers are usually fairly low too. But since nothing is certain the best option is an adjustable ball mount such as # MT70068 rated for 5,000 pounds. This ball mount has a maximum rise of 6-1/4 inches, minimum of 1-3/4 inches, and maximum drop of 7-1/2 inches, minimum of 3 inches....
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• What is Distance from Center of Hitch Pin Hole to Upright on MaxxTow Ball Mount MT70068
  The MaxxTow Adjustable Ball Mount, Part # MT70068, has a distance from the center of the hitch pin hole to the upright of 8-1/8 inches. This part includes both a 1/2-inch pin and clip to secure the ball mount, and a 5/8-inch pin and clip to secure the shank in your 2 x 2 inch hitch receiver. I have provided a link to a video review of this item and a drawing with several key measurements indicated. Also I have included a link to our product page for all adjustable steel ball mounts with...
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• Can Thule Square Load Bars be Used on Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer, Part # Y08107
  My contact at Yakima confirms that the Rack and Roll Trailer, part # Y08107, is compatible with Class I, II and III hitches and since late 2010 comes standard with a 2-inch coupler. Originally the trailer was supplied with a 1-7/8 coupler and a running production change was made to move to the 2-inch. Yakima will supply at no charge a bolt-on 2-inch coupler, part # Y08123, to customers that receive a 1-7/8 unit and need the larger size. However, recent production should have a 2-inch coupler. For...
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• Recommended Hitch Extension for Ball Mount Use in Rise Position with Step Bumper on 2001 Ford E250
  For your B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount - 2" Hitch - 3" Drop, 3-1/2" Rise - 10K - Black # BWTS10047B a hitch extension like the Roadmaster Hitch Extender for Tow Bars - 2" Hitches - 7-3/4" Extension # RM-071-75 will give you the extension needed to tow in the rise position but it will also take your hitch's tongue weight rating down by 50% (as you stated). Since you need 4-1/2 inches from the hitch pin hole to the closest part of the mount, you could also use a different ball mount for the...
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• Will MaxxTow Adjustable-Height Ball Mount # MT70068 Fit Curt Hitch Part # C13153
  Yes, the MaxxTow adjustable ball mount part # MT70068 that you referenced would fit and work well on the Curt Hitch part # C13153 that you also mentioned.
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• Extra Long Shank Adjustable Ball Mount with 3 Inch Rise to Clear Rear Bumper
  I was able to find a ball mount that offers more than 6 inches of clearance between the hitch pin hole and the back of the ball mount upright for you. The MaxxTow Adjustable Height Ball Mount # MT70068 offers 8-1/8 inches from the pin hole to the back of the adjustable portion of the ball mount. I've attached a dimensional diagram showing a number of measurements on this ball mount for you. This mount offers a minimum rise height of 1-3/4 inches with a maximum rise of 6-1/4 inches. The...
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• Why Aren't Adjustable Ball Mounts Made for 1-1/4 inch Trailer Hitch
  I really wish we did, but we do not have any adjustable ball mounts that fit a 1-1/4 inch hitch like the # MT70068 that you referenced. The added length and leverage of the adjustable ball mounts is why they aren't made for the lighter duty 1-1/4 inch hitch size. You'd have to go with a fixed ball mount with the correct rise/drop. I attached a help article that covers how to pick this out as well.
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• Are Adjustable Ball Mounts Available For Class l Hitches With 1-1/4 Inch Receiver Opening
  Unfortunately, we do not offer any adjustable ball mounts designed to fit a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening at this time. We do have several ball mounts that have varied rise and drop but none that are adjustable like the Maxxtow # MT70068 you referenced. If you are looking for a mount that has just a couple of height adjustments you can check out the attached product page.
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• How Much Ball Mount Clearance Is Acceptable For A Hitch Ball?
  An 1/8" of play is acceptable for the hitch ball. Especially with such a light weight hitch rating of the MaxxTow Adjustable-Height Ball Mount # MT70068 at 5,000lbs maximum. We do have bushings that can be used to allow balls to be used that are 1/4" different. Curt Reducer Bushing for Ball Mounts - 1" to 3/4" # C21100 Curt Hitch Ball Bushing - 1-1/4" to 1" # F-2 The 2" Hitch Ball # C40004 has a 1" shank that will fit your ball mount.
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• Availability of Extra-Long Adjustable Ball Mounts for 2-Inch Hitches
  The Draw-Tite Adjustable Ball Mount with Sway-Control Tab # 7390 measures 11-3/4-inches from its hitch pin hole to the center of the ball hole. I confirmed with my contact there that there is no longer version offered. MaxxTow Adjustable-Height Ball Mount # MT70068 does not offer the sway control tab but it does offer greater length, measuring 13-inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the center of the ball hole. The Buyers Products Adjustable Tri-Ball Mount # 3371802225 includes...
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• Ball Mount Options for Towing Trailer with 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan
  Ideally you buy the hitch first, measure the difference in height between the hitch and the bottom lip of the trailer when level and then buy a ball mount that matches the rise/drop so that it can be towed as level as possible. For your 2016 Tiguan I would recommend the hitch part # e98906. Which when we installed this hitch we found that it measured 15-3/4 inches from the top of the opening down to the ground. Without knowing what trailer you plan to buy the part # 989900 would be a great...
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• Replacement Hitch Ball Platform for Reese Adjustable Ball Mount
  The Reese Adjustable Ball Mount - 5,000 lb # RP21141 does not offer the parts as separate pieces for purchase. You will need to purchase the entire ball mount. If you want a more cost efficient alternative that is also rated for 5,000 lbs, I recommend the MaxxTow Adjustable-Height Ball Mount # MT70068.
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• Ball Mount and Wiring Harness for 2015 Chrysler Town and Country
  I recommend going with an adjustable ball mount, the MaxxTow # MT70068, which will give you up to 6-1/4" of rise on your 2015 Chrysler Town and Country. With this you'd need pin and clip # PC3 as well as 2" hitch ball # 40038. For a wiring harness to add a 4-flat you would want the # C56331. If you only wanted to hook up your 4-way to your trailer's 7-way you would then need adapter # 30717. If you planned on using your trailer's electric brakes you would not need that adapter, instead...
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• Recommended Adjustable Ball Mount for a Chevy Bolt w/ a EcoHitch Mounted Behind the License Plate
  I like to recommend the Draw-Tite Ball Mount for 2" Hitches item # 2753 for the Chevy Volt's with the hitch behind the plate item # 306-X7338. It measures 9" from the hitch pin hole to where the hitch ball sits so this will give you plenty of room to clear your license plate and the back of your car. The MaxxTow Adjustable-Height Ball Mount item # MT70068 has an extended hitch pin hole to clear your Volt's license plate bracket. It has a 7-1/2" drop or a 6-1/4" rise so lots of adjustability...
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• Which Ball Mount Should go With Curt Hitch C13382 on 2018 Subaru Crosstrek?
  We haven't yet been able to do a test fit on a 2018 Subaru Crosstrek with Curt hitch # C13382, so the exact measurement from the top of the hitch to the ground is not yet known. Based on the 13 inches from ground to coupler on your trailer and recent heights from the Crosstrek and it's Impreza brethren, you can use the MaxxTow Adjustable-Height Ball Mount # MT70068. This mount does come with a pin and clip though you'd need 2" hitch ball # 40038 to go with it. I've added a link to a video...
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• Choosing Correct Ball Mount for Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer Towed by 2016 Lexus RX 450h
  The linked article on choosing a ball mount explains the measurement process we use, and you're correct that Yakima references the top of the coupler while we use the bottom. You'll measure from the ground up to the top of the level trailer's coupler, and from the ground to the top of the receiver opening. The difference between these is the amount of rise you need, about 3- inches. You can use fixed ball mount # 4285 for 3-inches of rise along with 2-inch ball # A-90. If you like you...
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