How to Determine the Amount of Drop Needed When Purchasing a Ball Mount
Updated 10/18/2016 | Published 10/17/2016
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
What is the drop I need the bottom of my receiver is 22inch from the ground the bottom of the coupler is 12inch from the ground...10inch ??
asked by: Bob B
Expert Reply:
To determine the amount of drop you need in a ball mount you need to have your trailer and tow vehicle on level ground and measure from the ground to the bottom of your coupler, and from the ground to the inside of the top of your hitch receiver. I've attached a couple of pictures to help show this.
Since you measured from the bottom of each you're likely going to need more than 10 inches drop. You'll likely need around 12 inches or so like the Convert-A-Ball, part # AMSC12. If you need a 2 inch ball use # 40038 of if you need a 2-5/16 inch ball use # C40007.
I've linked our selection of ball mounts as well as a help article on choosing the correct one for you.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Convert-A-Ball Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 10-3/4" Rise, 12" Drop - 7,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- Steel Shank
- Drop - 12 Inch
- Rise - 11 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7000 lbs GTW
- Shock Absorbing
- Convert-A-Ball
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Search Results: standard equalizer trailer suspension parts
- Search Results: equalizer weight distribution hitch
- Q&A: Recommended Weight Distribution System w/a 2-1/2" Shank for a Trailer w/a 1,100 lbs Tongue Weight
- Q&A: What Size Drop On Weigh Safe True Tow
- Q&A: What Weight Distribution Hitch do I Want, My Lightest Trailer is 10,000 Pounds Total Weight?
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
- Shop: Weigh Safe True Tow Weight Distribution Hitch - 2.5" Shank - 8" Drop - 12.5K GTW, 1.2K TW
- Shop: Weigh Safe True Tow Weight Distribution Hitch - 2.5" Shank - 6" Drop - 12.5K GTW, 1.2K TW
- Q&A: Weight Distribution Shank Needed to Compensate for Lifted Truck
- Shop: RockyMounts Hitch Extender LS w/ Hitch Pin and Lock - 2" Hitches - 8" Long
- Video: Firestone Ride-Rite Air Bags with Easy Mount Compressor Feature Breakdown
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Shop: Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
- Video: How to Choose a Trailer Brake Controller
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a 4-Way and 7-Way Trailer Connector
- Search Results: trailer tires and wheels
- Video: What to Know About the Curt TriFlex NEXT Trailer Brake Controller
- Q&A: Best Suspension Upgrade for 33" Tandem Axles: Road Armor vs Dexter EZ Flex for Ember 22ETS
- Shop: Power Mountain Tallboy Off-Road Bottle Jack - 8-1/2" to 37-3/4" Lift - 6 Tons
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Search Results: trailer wiring
- Article: Wiring Trailer Lights with a 7-Way Plug (It's Easier Than You Think)
- Video: Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller Review RED24FR
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Search Results: trailer jack
on Drop Hitch
