Picking Out Ball Mount So that Trailer Sits Level

Published 01/19/2022

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Reese Pro Round Bar Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control - 11,500 lbs GTW, 1,150 lbs TW

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Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 12,000 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW

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Question:

We are now thinking a weight distribution hitch is a safer choice, recommendations?

asked by: Wendy H

Expert Reply:

So you really just want the correct rise/drop ball mount to allow your trailer to sit level and not a weight distribution system.

I attached an FAQ that details how to pick out the correct ball mount. Picking out the correct ball mount will allow your trailer to sit as level as possible. Basically you will first measure the height from the ground to the top of the receiver opening on the hitch while on level ground. Next, you will measure the coupler height from the ground to the bottom of the trailer coupler when the trailer is on level ground.

Next, you will need to compute the difference. If the hitch height is greater than the coupler height the difference is the drop required. If the coupler height is greater the difference is the rise required. You will want to pick the ball mount with the rise/drop closest to the difference.

expert reply by: Jameson C

Wendy H.

1/19/2022

We are now thinking a weight distribution hitch is a safer choice, recommendations?

Jameson C.

1/19/2022

I'd go with the Reese Strait Line part # RP66084 based on your tongue weight. This will give you also the most proactive sway control that works to fight sway before it starts too. This is definitely the safest option.