Will Mounting Holes for 1-7/8 Inch Hitch Ball Coupler Match With 2 Inch Hitch Ball Coupler

Updated 05/16/2022 | Published 05/15/2022

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Question:

Hi, is there such a thing as a 2” ball coupler that will fit my 2” wide channel using the same mounting holes as my original 1-7/8” ball size coupler? I’d love the convenience of using the same ball size, but it seems a 2” ball size coupler has bigger bolt holes further apart. I’m just towing a Sunfish on a jet ski trailer, and would like the added universal convenience. Thanks!

asked by: Jonathan B

Expert Reply:

Your standard coupler for a 1-7/8" hitch ball, like the etrailer # CT-2001-Z, has bolt holes measuring 2-1/4" apart on center while your standard coupler for a 2" hitch ball, like the etrailer # CT-3001-Z, has bolt holes measuring 3" apart on center for your standard coupler. There isn't any issue with using a 2" coupler for your application (you just have to drill new holes) so I say go ahead and upgrade it to the more standard hitch ball size.

We do have some couplers that have some adjustability and will fit both a 1-7/8" and a 2" hitch ball but they fall under the brake actuator category, like part # T43397007K, so they would be heavier than what you have now and you would have to weld in some shims to take up space to fit your 2" wide trailer tongue.

expert reply by: Jon G