Ball Mount Recommendation for a Polaris Ranger UTV with 2 inch Hitch

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we have a Polaris Ranger UTV - it has a 2 inch receiver - what is the recommended mount and ball? The receiver is quite low to the ground and far under the rear bed

asked by: Frank W

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For a UTV a lot of guys like the part # C45009 which has a 2 inch ball and a clevis bar or the part # C45005 which has a 1-7/8 inch ball and the clevis bar. Both of these have a 1/4 inch rise.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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The overall length of the Curt #C45005 3 in 1 ball mount for 2 inch ATV hitches is 11-1/4 inches, and the center of the hitch pin hole to center of the 1-7/8 icnh trailer ball is exactly 6 inches, as shown in the provided photo. I've linked to a…

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Answer 2

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…

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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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…

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According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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Hi David! There are quite a few hitches offered for your 2026 Honda Odyssey, so I definitely understand wanting to know the differences. There are basically three styles available for you and I have them broken out below: Exposed Crosstube: etrailer…

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There sure is K.C.. For a shorter weight distribution shank that fits a 2-1/2" hitch, I recommend the Equal-i-zer item #EQ90-02-4700. This shank measures 12" long x 9-1/2" tall. It provides up to a 3" drop and has a 16,000 lbs…

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The appropriate torque spec for any application will vary depending on the construction of the wheel as well as on the stud size. I suggest checking the wheels you're using to see if their manufacturer has a suggested torque rating. Steel trailer…

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Hey Pete! For a hitch I recommend our own etrailer Trailer Hitch #e59ZV. This is a Class III hitch with a 2" receiver and a matte black finish. For custom wiring you can use the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness #C93DQ. This plugs in…

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Answer 10

Hey Matt, welcome back! You are correct. The threaded hole on the Weigh Safe 180 Hitch 2-Ball Mount for 3" Hitch item #WS34MR ball retainer, is to make removing the pin easier. You can insert a 1/4"-20 screw to get additional leverage to…

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Hi John! The BulletProof Aluminum Hitch w/ Stainless Steel Dual Ball for 2" Hitch - 4" Drop/Rise - 14K #BPH32YR is anodized, so it isn't just raw aluminum. That actually goes for all of BulletProof's aluminum ball mounts, which is…

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Curt recommends the use of 250 ft/lbs of torque when tightening the nuts of their hitch balls with a 1 inch diameter shank like the part #C40034 that you referenced. The general rule is for a 3/4" shank tighten to 150 ft/lbs For a 1" shank…

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