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Weigh Safe 2-Ball Mount w/ Built-In Scale - 2" Hitch - 8" Drop, 9" Rise - 10K
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Weigh Safe 2-Ball Mount w/ Built-In Scale - 2" Hitch - 8" Drop, 9" Rise - 10K
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Weigh Safe Trailer Hitch Ball Mount - WS8-2
- Adjustable Ball Mount
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Drop - 8 Inch
- Rise - 9 Inch
- Weigh Safe
- Two Balls
- Class IV
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Built-In TW Scale
- Aluminum Shank - Silver
- Stainless Steel Ball
Measure your tongue weight to determine if you can safely tow by simply coupling your trailer to this ball mount. Ball platform locks to shank. Tow up to 8,000 lbs with the 2" ball and up to 10,000 lbs with the 2-5/16" ball.
Features:
- Ball mount with included hitch balls lets you hook up your trailer to your tow vehicle
- Shank slides into hitch receiver
- Ball provides connection point for trailer coupler
- Tongue weight scale built into the ball mount platform helps you balance your trailer
- Promotes safe towing - lets you know if your load needs to be adjusted before you tow
- Simple operation - automatically provides a measurement every time you couple your trailer
- Efficient and hassle-free - eliminates the need for separate or commercial scales
- Adjustable height lets you tow trailers of different heights with the same vehicle
- Slide ball mount platform up or down shank and secure in place with included dual locking pins
- 2 Keys are included
- Slide ball mount platform up or down shank and secure in place with included dual locking pins
- 2 Different-size hitch balls let you tow trailers with different coupler sizes
- To switch ball, simply remove the ball-retaining lock pin from the platform, insert ball, and reinsert pin
- 6061 T6 billet aluminum shank and mounting platform provide superior strength and durability
- Solid block construction provides greater strength than hollow steel competitors while also maintaining a light weight
- Rustproof for a clean finish that stands the test of time
- Stainless steel hitch balls are corrosion resistant
- Hitch pin and clip or hitch lock sold separately
- SAE J684 certified and VESC Regulations V-5 compliant
- Made in the USA
Specs:
- Application: 2" x 2" trailer hitch receivers
- Gross towing weight:
- 2-5/16" Diameter hitch ball: 10,000 lbs
- 2" Diameter hitch ball: 8,000 lbs
- Tongue weight: 1,500 lbs
- Distance between hitch pin holes: 1-1/8"
- Distance from center of hitch pin hole to center of hitch ball:
- Pin hole closest to ball: 8-1/2"
- Pin hole farthest from ball: 9-5/8"
- Maximum drop: 8"
- Maximum rise: 9"
- Incremental height adjustment: 1"
- Scale gauge diameter: 1-1/2"
- Warranty:
- Limited lifetime for ball mount
- 1-Year limited for scale gauge
This Weigh Safe ball mount has an easy-to-use, built-in scale that measures your trailer's tongue weight every time you tow. If the scale indicates that your tongue weight is too low or too high, you can adjust it before you head out so that you can complete your journey with the peace of mind that your setup is safe.
What is Tongue Weight?
Tongue weight (TW) refers to the weight that the fully loaded trailer exerts downward on the hitch ball of the tow vehicle. Tongue weight is typically 10 percent - and should not exceed 15 percent - of your gross trailer weight. For example, a 10,000-lb trailer should have a tongue weight between 1,000 lbs and 1,500 lbs. You can adjust the tongue weight of your trailer by removing or adding cargo, or redistributing the load on the trailer. The tongue weight should not exceed the capacity of your tow vehicle, your hitch, or any of your towing components.
Why is Tongue Weight So Important?
Simply put, too little tongue weight can cause trailer sway and too much tongue weight can cause the tow vehicle to perform poorly. You may have difficulty steering, gaining traction, or braking when driving a setup that has too much weight pushing down on the rear of the vehicle. Ultimately, towing with an improper tongue weight can cause you to lose control of your vehicle or cause your trailer to separate from the vehicle.
Built-In Tongue Weight Scale
The Weigh Safe ball mount's built-in scale signals you to adjust your load before you hit the road, resulting in a much safer and enjoyable towing experience. Before this ball mount, gauging your trailer's tongue weight was a hassle. You had to rely on inefficient bathroom scales, make a trip to the weigh station, or purchase a separate tongue weight scale. But with the Weigh Safe's built-in scale, measuring your tongue weight is as easy as coupling your trailer to your ball mount. Simply hook-up your trailer to the Weigh Safe ball mount just as you would any other ball mount. The weight of your trailer will push down on the hitch ball, which in turn pushes down on an internal hydraulic piston that sits on a bed of oil. When the piston drops into the oil, the pressure reading is sent out to the scale.
Easily Adjusts to Fit Your Setup
Adjusting and setting up the Weigh Safe ball mount to work with your specific trailer is easy. First, unlock and pull out the dual pins and remove the platform from the shank. Next, pull out the hitch ball retaining pin from the back of the platform and insert either the 2" or 2-5/16" hitch ball. A 1-7/8" hitch ball (WSB-L - sold separately) is also available. Then reinsert the retaining pin to secure the ball to the platform. Replace the platform and slide it along the shank to the desired height. Insert the dual pins and use one of the included keys to lock the pins in place.
The Weigh Safe ball mount can be used in either the drop or rise position to best suit your application.
Superior Aluminum and Stainless Steel Construction
From the first moment that you lay eyes on the Weigh Safe ball mount you'll see that you're getting a superior, well-made product. The Weigh Safe's shank and ball mount platform are made entirely of 6061 T6 billet aluminum, which is the same material that is used to build aircraft components, automobile frames, and freight liners. This type of aluminum is known for having superior strength while maintaining its light weight, which makes it highly desirable over hollow steel components. 6061 T6 aluminum is also rustproof, which means the Weigh Safe hitch will maintain its clean, shiny, and impressive appearance for years to come. And the hitch balls are made of solid stainless steel, offering far greater protection against rust and corrosion than other steel hitch balls that are only painted or plated on the surface.
The Weigh Safe ball mount meets VESC V-5 regulations and is SAE J684 certified. These regulatory bodies - the Vehicle Equipment Safety Commission and the Society for Automotive Engineers - create standards for the design, construction, and performance of automotive and towing accessories. Weigh Safe has had this ball mount thoroughly tested in simulation to ensure that it complies with these standards. The result is a strong, safe, sturdy product that is built to last.
WS8-2 Weigh-Safe Trailer Hitches with Tongue Weight Gauge - 2" x 2-5/16" Ball Combo - 8 Inch Drop - 2 Inch Hitches
Customer Reviews
Weigh Safe 2-Ball Mount w/ Built-In Scale - 2" Hitch - 8" Drop, 9" Rise - 10K - WS8-2
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (855 Customer Reviews)
Measure your tongue weight to determine if you can safely tow by simply coupling your trailer to this ball mount. Ball platform locks to shank. Tow up to 8,000 lbs with the 2" ball and up to 10,000 lbs with the 2-5/16" ball.
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by: John01/08/2021
Very nice product. Shipped super fast. Seems expesive unless you consider two different size stainless balls are included with the hitch. Perfect for anyone towing different size trailers around salt water 935198
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by: Led12/14/2020
Great Hitch! But would like to see one that has the receiver portion of the hitch attached off center of the hitch. | 922922
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by: FJ10/07/2020
8000 lb 2" ball and 10000 lb 2.5/16" ba ll. 898298
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by: Sean10/06/2020
Item is exactly what everyone needs out of a hitch. I have used every level of the lift/lower and all the connections. I only had the one use for it originally, since buying this hitch I have never had to worry about whether I had the right size or connection for any trailer I needed to pull. Something that came in very handy in the year of Murphy's Law (2020). Only down side is it collects road grime like a magnet. Your undercarriage could be spotless and this thing would require gloves to take off. I would suggest keeping a box of disposable gloves around if you plan to take it off all the time, or buying the dark colored one if you plan on leaving it on. 898123
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by: Chris08/26/2020
Thank you for the fast service 868877
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by: George08/19/2020
This Adjustable drop height receiver is very high quality and just what I need to tow my 2 different trailers with my ford Explorer ... And eTrailer's customer service rep was very helpful finding this one on their website for me ,.. this was a 5 Star shopping experience and a 5 Star product. 864936
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by: David07/23/2020
The Weight Safe Hitch tows great, easy to raise and lower, the scale will not register properly until you have 100+ ponds of tongue weight and really the only issue I have is my second hitch did not come with a dust cover for the lock, when you spend this much on a hitch a plastic dust cover should be included. 849612
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by: Robert07/08/2020
Excellent, just what I needed 829817
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by: Jerry06/22/2020
Exactly as advertised. 819391
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by: Dean L05/20/2020
It's the best thing , wish I had it a long time ago . 800953
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by: Dave05/19/2020
Love it had a problem with the gauge leaking the company sent a pick up tag fixed it and sent it right back great customer service 800140
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by: Jim L05/17/2020
Great product I tow tow different trailers ones a boat trailer the other a Rv camper under 2800 pounds. The adjustment is easy for keeping the load level while traveling. I noticed with other hitches that after the first year owning corrosion was bad on them. this adjustable hitch is easy to remove and rise and lower strong aluminum and the ball 2” is changeable to a 2 5/16” when needed. Did I mention it comes with both balls. I would definitely recommend. 799206
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by: Josh04/22/2020
Great quality product! Fits great and easy to use. Highly recommend for anyone in the market for a new drop hitch! 784035
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by: Joe S.03/31/2020
I drive a Wrangler with a low tongue weight limit. This WeighSafe hitch makes tongue weight easily readable. It's not cheap, but I like the use of non-corrosive materials and thick aluminum parts. The balls are solid stainless steel, not just chromed like cheaper hitches. I bought the optional 1-7/8 ball so I can travel with all three sizes. I have had many people ask "what's that gauge on your hitch", It's fun to answer that it's a live tongue weight measurement. 772690
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by: Mike B03/08/2020
A little pricey but so far I love it. I could usually guess close enough for tongue weight but this takes the guessing out of it. 764306
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by: Stephen H03/02/2020
I’ve constantly been using this unit for a year. Best trailer hitch ever. Everything still functions like it was brand new, scale still works great, easy switch between ball units, super secure. I highly recommend this trailer hitch. 762411
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by: Homar N02/07/2020
Poor craftsmanship. The pins broke loose. Everything wobbles and feels horrible when you’re hauling something. 748854
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by: Mikeh02/06/2020
Worked OK at first. The scale is off a great deal at the lower weights. Eventually play in both the ball mount slide and receiver locations increased. My guess is that any play will increase with aluminum equipment. The changeout of position and ball size is very easy though. 747476
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by: Tom M.01/20/2020
I wanted the Weigh Safe Ball Mount so I could stop guessing what the tongue weight was. Now I can tow with confidence that my trailer is properly loaded and balanced. The unit is obviously well-made and heavy-duty. My only complaint is that since there are so many "moving parts" (the receiver bar, the ball mount, and the ball) the whole assembly is loose. This causes a lot of movement and noise while towing. Nevertheless, the looseness doesn't seem to affect towing performance. 739513
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by: Chuck12/24/2019
I ordered this Weigh Safe 8inch drop hitch on 12/20/19 and it arrived on 12/24/19. Perfect timing in order to have it for Christmas. Haven't used it yet as I am waiting for Christmas Day. Let you all know when I start using it. Thank you etrailer.com 734144
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by: Brian11/08/2019
Just received these items. Seemingly very high quality 724467
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by: Paul R.10/25/2019
It’s been a great hitch so far. No complaints, easy to adjust, switch balls and very light weight. 720249
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by: Craig09/14/2019
Looks great I have yet to use it but it’s the only hitch I will ever need now 703779
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by: Slave09/05/2019
I just received, Looks everything OK 700007
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by: Saul08/27/2019
Beautiful hitch, just wish I knew it did not come with a locking pin. 694702
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Ask the Experts about this Weigh Safe Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- What Causes the Dual Locking Hitch Pins On the Weigh Safe 2-Ball Mounts To BreakIn order to replace the dual locking hitch pins on a Weigh Safe 2-Ball Mount like part # WS8-2 you will need to use the Replacement Locking Dual Pin Assembly part # WS03 or the Locking Dual Pin Assembly and Hitch Pin Set part # WS06 if you want to make sure to match all the locks. I spoke with Weigh Safe about the dual hitch pins breaking and they informed me that it could be an issue with the pin alignment due to the holes becoming oblong therefore the solution would be a new platform,...
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- Comparing 6" Drop and 8" Drop Weigh Safe Ball Mounts to Use on a 2015 Chevy TahoeIt looks like you have half of the information needed to choose a ball mount with the correct Rise or Drop for your towing application. To know exactly what you need you will need to measure the height of the bottom of your trailer coupler when it is on level ground. You will then subtract the height of your coupler from the 23 inches that you measured from the top of the inside of your hitch receiver on your 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that being said, since the Weigh Safe 2-Ball Mount...
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- Can Weigh Safe Ball Mount be Used With Weight Distribution SystemThe Weigh Safe 2-Ball Mount # WS8-2 cannot be used with weight distribution because weight distribution systems need a shank and will not attach to a ball mount; I have added a help article on weight distribution systems for you to check out which I highly recommend taking a look at. In order to choose the best weight distribution system you will first need to know your total tongue weight (TTW), which is the tongue weight of your fully loaded and ready to go trailer plus the weight...
view full answer... - Pin Hole Dimensions for the Weigh Safe Adjustable Ball Mount part # WS8-2On the Weigh Safe ball mount part # WS8-2 the closest pin hole measures 3-1/8 to the back of the upright portion of the ball mount and the further pin hole measures 4-1/8 inches.
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- Total Height of Weigh Safe 2-Ball Mount w/ Built-In Scale for 2 Inch Hitch with 8 Inch DropThe Weigh Safe 2-Ball Mount w/ Built-In Scale part # WS8-2 has a total height of 11". The next smallest we have is the Weigh Safe 2-Ball Mount w/ Built-In Scale part # WS6-2 which has a total height of 9".
view full answer... - Dimensions Of Weigh Safe Ball Mount With Built In Scale # WS8-2 And # WS10-2 For Needed ClearanceOn the Weigh Safe 2-Ball Mount w/ Built-In Scale - 2" Hitch - 8" Drop, 9" Rise, # WS8-2, There is a distance of 8-3/8 inches from the center of the nearest pin hole to the center of the ball and 9-1/2 inches from the center of the furthest pin hole to the center of the ball. From the center of the hitch pin hole to the closest part of the rise, you will have 3 inches and 4-1/4 inches from the further pin hole. On the # WS10-2 you will have the same measurements as the closer pin hole...
view full answer... - Weigh Safe Ball Mount With Scale To Fit 3 Inch ShankI have confirmed that we have the Weigh Safe 2-Ball Mount w/ Built-In Scale, # WS8-3 available. This is an 8 inch drop hitch compatible with your Ford Super Duty Hitch with 3 inch receiver opening.
view full answer... - Will Scale Wear Out of Weigh Safe 2-Ball Mount w/ Built-In Scale # WS8-2The scale in the Weigh Safe 2-Ball Mount w/ Built-In Scale # WS8-2 was designed for the roughness associated with driving down the road. The scale would not wear out or become less accurate under normal use.
view full answer... - Distance from Shank Top to Bottom of Ball Mount in Lowest Position for Weigh Safe 8" Drop Ball MountOn the Weigh Safe 2-Ball Mount # WS8-2 the distance from the top of the shank to the bottom most part of the ball mount when in the lowest position is approximately 10-1/2 inches.
view full answer... - Is there Clearance on the Shank of a Weigh Safe Ball Mount to Install a Rock Tamer MudflapThe Rock Tamers like the part # ERT00108 require at least 1 inch of space on the shank of the ball mount. We had a customer come back and say they had enough clearance to use their Rock Tamer mudflap system with a Weight Safe Ball Mount like the part # WS8-2 so this would work well for you.
view full answer... - Recommendation for an Adjustable Ball Mount with a 8 Inch Drop and 2 inch and 1-7/8 inches BallsI have a great solution for you. I recommend the Weigh-Safe Adjustable Ball Mount # WS8-2 with the Weigh-Safe 1-7/8 inches ball # WSB-L. The nice thing about this adjustable ball mount is that you can have a 8 inch drop or 9 inch rise and it has a built in scale. I also know that with a large drop the adjustable ball mounts can encounter bottoming out when a ball is mounted on the bottom. With the Weigh-Safe because the ball is only mounted on one side if you use the full drop you won't...
view full answer... - Selecting a Weigh Safe Adjustable Ball Mount for Towing Multiple TrailersAny trailer that is light on tongue weight (TW) or that is out of level, with the tongue being high when hitched, will tend to exhibit more sway than a level trailer or one that has a TW in the range of 12 to 15-percent of the GTW. For towing short distances this may not concern you but having a trailer level means easier towing, no way around that. Adjustable ball mounts like the Weigh Safe # WS6-2 and # WS8-2 are ideal for instances where you want flexibility to tow multiple trailers...
view full answer... - Availability of Aluminum Adjustable Ball Mount With Long ShankWe do offer an adjustable ball mount that has a longer shank, but Fastway doesn't offer anything longer than the 4-1/2 inches provided by the # DTSTBM6800-2S. Weigh safe offers a similar ball mount with a 8 inch maximum drop and a 9 inch maximum rise with a 12.5K capacity, part # WS8-2. The maximum distance between the hitch pin hole and the point where the shank takes the downward angle is 6 inches, as shown in the photo I've provided. The ball mount features a built-in tongue weight...
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- What is the Correct Weigh Safe Adjustable Ball Mount for 2017 Mercedes Sprinter 3500?If the top of your hitch receiver is 19 inches, you can use the Weigh Safe, # WS6-2. The distance between the top of the two-inch ball and the top of the hitch receiver will be just about four inches in its lowest position, or 15 inches from the ground. The mount is adjustable in one-inch increments, so choose the setting which puts you at 16 or 17 inches and you will be fine. The Weigh Safe # WS8-2 will also work for you, though as you mentioned, ground clearance would be more of an...
view full answer... - Replacement Weigh Safe Ball Mount When Switching Hitch Size from 2.5 inch to 2 inchThe ball mount platforms of the Weigh Safe Adjustable Ball Mounts are different widths based on whether or not they were intended for a 2 inch hitch or a 2-1/2 inch hitch so you'd need an all new ball mount setup. The part # WS01 is the platform that fits the 2 inch hitch and the part # WS01-5 fits the 2.5 inch hitch shanks. So what you'd need is the part # WS8-2 for a new ball mount with the same 8 inches of drop that fits your new 2 inch hitch size.
view full answer... - Will Weigh Safe 2-Ball Mount w/Scale for 2-1/2 Hitches Item # WS8-25 Fit a Class IV Trailer HitchWeigh Safe 2-Ball Mount w/ Built-In Scale - 2-1/2" Hitch - 8" Drop, 9" Rise Item # WS8-25 is designed to fit 2-1/2 inch hitch receiver openings which is what is on most Class V trailer hitches. A Class IV hitch will likely have a 2 inch receiver. If you do have a 2 inch receiver opening then the comparable ball mount is # WS8-2.
view full answer... - Can Weigh Safe Ball Mount Shank Be Used with Weight Distribution SystemThe Reese Strait-Line Weight Distribution System # RP66074 that you referenced will not work with the Weigh Safe 2-Ball Mount # WS8-2. The hitch ball with scale would not physically fit the head for the system and the adjustment holes on the shank itself don't match up with the bracket attachment if you were to remove the ball. This will be the case with any weight distribution system. For a similar drop and rise measurement you will want to add the Curt Weight Distribution Shank #...
view full answer... - Weigh Safe Ball Mount Recommendations for a 2015 Ram 1500If the 10 inch drop version of the Weigh Safe ball mount is too much then I recommend the 8 inch model, # WS8-2 for a 2 inch hitch or # WS8-25 for a 2-1/2 inch hitch. It will provide more vertical adjustment than the 6 inch model but won't hang down quite as low as the 10. If you have multiple trailers now then you can measure the coupler height by making them level and measuring from the ground to the bottoms of the couplers. Compare that to the hitch measurement from the ground to...
view full answer... - Adjustable Ball Mount Recommendation for 2011 Chevy Silverado 2500 with 3 inch LiftIf you went with an adjustable ball mount that had about 8 inches of drop you'd have your bases covered for the most part. Some trailers are as low as 17 inches and some around 20. But it really does just depend on what you plan to tow. The Weigh Safe Ball Mount part # WS10-25 would work if you had a 2-1/2 inch hitch as it has a 10 inch drop, but if you have a 2 inch hitch instead you'd want the # WS8-2 most likely as it instead has a drop of 8 inches and fits a 2 inch hitch.
view full answer... - Is BetterWeigh Scale Compatible With Self-Leveling on 2011 BMW X5While your 2011 BMW X5 with a self-leveling system is compatible with the BetterWeigh Mobile Tongue Weight and Payload Scale # C51701, that system does need to be turned off in order to get an accurate reading. So if that's not something you want to do, the Weigh Safe adjustable ball mounts with a built-in scale are a great option, and you can choose the right one depending on the maximum rise or drop you need. - Weigh Safe 2-Ball Mount with Built-In Scale - 2" Hitch - 4" Drop, 5" Rise...
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