Recommended Ball Mount with 9-1/2 inch Rise

Updated 05/25/2017 | Published 05/24/2017

Question:

Hi, Looking for a ball mount: I have a 2015 sienna xle awd with draw-tite 75237 towing 2014 rockwood 2270 tent trailer Top of receiver 10 3/8 Bottom of coupler 20 So rise ~9.5inch which is a better fit? AMSC10? 8 3/4 AMSC12? 10 3/4

asked by: Douglas

Expert Reply:

Between the two ball mount options referenced in your question, I recommend going with the Convert-A-Ball # AMSC12 that has the larger 10-3/4 inch rise. This is because when loading your tow vehicle up for a trip with your trailer, there is bound to be some rear sag that will lower the ball mount even further. Choosing a ball mount with a slightly higher rise than you need will help to account for this.

Another option you may consider is the Draw-Tite Ball Mount # 80248 that has a 9-3/4 inch rise. This does have a lower 3,500 pound weight capacity when used in the rise position, however based on my research for your Rockwood 2270 Tent Trailer, this may be a suitable capacity. I recommend verifying the weight of your fully loaded trailer to ensure this will work.

expert reply by: Chris R