Can The Curt Ball Mount C45042 Be Used In The Rise Position?
Updated 11/03/2025 | Published 01/19/2025
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Question:
curt 45042, your web site says I can flip it for a 2inch rise but on the Curt web site shows only a 4inch
asked by: Mel
Expert Reply:
Hello Mel, thanks for reaching out. The Curt Ball Mount # C45042 does come with the ball pre-torqued in the drop position. You can remove the ball and flip it over to use it in the rise position, but you would need a torque wrench and a 1" lock nut in order to do this. Since it comes pre-torqued this one is generally only used in the drop position. If you want something not pre-torqued, use the # C45270 ball mount and the # 40038 ball.
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Curt Class III Ball Mount with 2-5/16" Ball - 2" Rise or 4" Drop - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- One Ball
- 2-5/16 Inch Ball
- Steel Shank
- Drop - 4 Inch
- Rise - 2 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Pre-Torqued
- CURT
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Jesse M.
11/3/2025
Hey Mel, how did things go with flipping the Curt ball mount for the rise position? Your update could make it easier for others deciding between the pre-torqued and non-torqued options.