Longer Ball Mount Solution to Help Tailgate to Trailer Jack Clearance
Published 04/07/2022
Question:
I have a 22 foot tow behind camper. Toung weight 560 lbs. Trailer weight empty 5700 lbs I need an extended hitch because my tailgate hits the electric toung lift. Any ideas?
asked by: Ron K
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Expert Reply:
Normally for this situation the best solution is a longer ball mount like the Hidden Hitch part # 80232 which is 15-3/4 inches long and will give you additional clearance between the truck and the trailer jack for your tailgate.
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Hidden Hitch Ball Mount - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 15-3/4" Long - 6,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Rise - 1 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 6000 lbs GTW
- Long Shank
- Hidden Hitch
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