Recommended Ball Mount with Correct Drop to Tow Trailer Level

Published 12/01/2016

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Curt Ball Mount - 6" Rise, 8" Drop - 11-1/2" Long - 5,000 lbs

(3984)

$53.15

Curt Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 8" Rise, 9-1/4" Drop - 14" Long - 5K

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$58.55

Question:

I am looking for a ball mount and not sure what to get. SUV Distance from ground to top of hitch 22 Trailer. Company recommends 13-14

asked by: Michael R

Expert Reply:

It sounds like you need a ball mount with a drop of at least 8 or 9 inches. A couple options are the Curt # C45090 with 8 inches of drop and the Curt # C45112 with 10-1/4 inches of drop.

Another option since you're not positive exactly how your trailer is going to sit when hooked up is to go with an adjustable ball mount. The Weigh Safe 2-Ball Mount # WS10-2 will give you up to 10 inches of drop so you have the ability to choose the best height for your trailer. This also has a built in tongue weight scale which is always helpful.

expert reply by: Charles S