Determining Proper Trailer Ball Height
Updated 05/14/2016 | Published 05/12/2016
Question:
What is the recommended ball height for towing height from ground to top of ball ?
asked by: Harry A
Helpful Expert Reply:
In order to determine what rise/drop ball mount you need, you'll need to take some measurements. Measure the distance from the inside top of the receiver opening to the ground. Then with a level trailer, measure the distance from the underside of the coupler to the ground. The difference between these two measurements will be the rise/drop you'll need. If the hitch is higher than the coupler, you'll need a drop. If the coupler is taller than the hitch, you'll need a ball mount with a rise. You might not find a ball mount with the exact rise or drop you need, but as long as you're within an inch to an inch and a half of level, you'll be fine.
I've linked you to our FAQ article that shows how this is done.
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Curt Forged Ball Mount for 2-1/2" Hitches - 2-1/2" Rise - 4" Drop - 20,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- Steel Shank
- Drop - 4 Inch
- Rise - 2 Inch
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- 20000 lbs GTW
- CURT
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