Which Ball Mount for Gen-Y Adjustable Ball Mount for 2 Inch Hitches

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can you use any ball mounts with this? i have a 5foot ball mount now and a straight ball mount, 1 for each trailer i tow regularly, if this works as i hope i would be able to just carry the 1 ball mount and move it up and down as needed. thank you

asked by: Kevin

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Yes. You can use any standard ball mount with your Replacement Shank for Gen-Y Adjustable Ball Mount - 2" Hitch - 5" Drop/Rise - 16K # 325-GH-503 or you can use the ball mount that typically comes with this system which is available with the Replacement 2-Ball Mount for Gen-Y Adjustable Ball Mounts w/ 2" Receivers - 16,000 lbs # 325-GH-051. This is a ball mount that comes with both 2" and 2-5/16" hitch balls to allow you to tow a variety of trailers as well.

expert reply by: Erik B

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Answer 1

Getting a dual hitch converter will pose some issues with towing. Whenever using an extension of any kind, you will reduce the capacity of the hitch by 50 percent. This isn't something you will want if you plan on hauling your trailer with your…

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Answer 2

Yes, on the bike rack but no on the Hidden Hitch Ball Mount item #80232. You can't tow a trailer with the Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver Adapter item #RM-077-2 anyways. That is only designed to be used for flat-towing plus you will lose half of…

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Hey David, so if you don't actually need any drop or rise then I'd suggest using a straight ball mount like the Gen-Y 2-Ball Mount for 2" Hitch Receivers #325-GH-054. This ball mount includes two hitch balls, a 2" and a 2…

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The 4-stacked receiver shank #325-GH-304 as well as the 2-ball mount #325-GH-031 included with the Gen-Y Adjustable 2-Ball Mount w/ Stacked Receivers - 2" Hitch - 7-1/2" Drop/Rise - 10K, part #325-GH-314 are constructed of heavy duty steel.…

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Answer 5

Using an adapter like the Malone #MPG544 or Flint Hill Goods #FHG75VR will get you the extra clearance you need so you don't hit your cargo basket on the ground. However, any adapter like this is going to reduce the capacity of your hitch by 50%…

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I would say throw a hitch on the trailer and then add the bike rack but none of the racks with a high enough capacity are rated for a travel trailer. For a hitch adapter I recommend using the Gen-Y stacked receivers like the #325-GH-305. Unlike…

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Hi Robert, Yes, using a hitch extender will typically reduce the capacity of the trailer hitch by at least 50% because you're now leveraging the weight further out. The only time you won't see this is with a TorkLift SuperHitch and SuperTruss…

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Hey Erica, thanks for reaching out! The Curt Multipurpose Ball Mount #D210 you're looking at was initially designed for what you're needing to do, but it fits better with a hanging rack which won't be strong enough for your e-Bikes.…

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The Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver Adapter #RM-077-2 has a gross towing weight of 10,000 lbs and tongue weight of 400 lbs. This is intended for flat towing, otherwise the adapter will reduce your hitch capacity by 50%. Since you're using a winch…

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Answer 10

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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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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Answer 12

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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