Recommended 1-1/4 Ball Mount w/ Rise for Level Towing

Updated 06/04/2024 | Published 05/29/2024

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Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"

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Question:

I have a 2014 Kia forte SX.. and I will be towing a 2005 Viking 1204LS .I got a hitch installed class 1..11/4 and I have the receiver and wiring also..I havent tried it yet but is my car to low for the trailer to just hook up to.Do I need something else?

asked by: Barbara M

Expert Reply:

It all depends on how high your trailer's coupler is but I have a good solution. We installed the Draw-Tite item # 24903 on a 2014 Kia Forte and found that the top of the receiver sits 11-1/2" above the ground. You will want to be as close as possible. An inch or so off isn't too big of a deal.

The Draw-Tite Drawbar item # 3594 is made for 1-1/4" hitches and adds 4" of height. So long as your trailer's coupler is within the 3" range either direction this take care of your leveling concerns.

You will also need the 2" Hitch Ball item # 19258 and the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock item # e98879 if you haven't already picked them up.

expert reply by: Jerred H