Recommended Ball Mount w/ 14" From the Center of the Hitch Pin to the Center of the Hitch Ball
Updated 09/08/2025 | Published 06/11/2025
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Question:
Hi! Im struggling to find a hitch that will work for me. I have a CURT 45901 which is great, BUT my tailgate wont open when I have my tear attached. I need like ~14 maybe 13.5 from center of ball to pin hole and about a 2 rise. Any recommendations?
asked by: Jr H
Expert Reply:
Hey Jr. The best option I have is the Hidden Hitch Ball Mount item # 80232. From the center of hitch pin hole to center of ball hole is 15-3/4". It does only have a 3/4" rise but there's not many options for that long of a ball mount.
The Hidden Hitch Ball Mount item # 80232 has an identical 6,000 lbs capacity as the Curt Channel Style Adjustable Ballmount item # C45901 you're using.
You can use the 2" Hitch Ball item # 40038 or the 2-5/16" Hitch Ball item # 63847.
What kind of trailer do you have?
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Brophy Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 13-1/4" Long - 10K
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
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- Steel Shank
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Rise - 0 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 10000 lbs GTW
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Jerred H.
9/8/2025
Hey Jr., did the Hidden Hitch Ball Mount work out for your setup? I'm curious because it could help others who are facing similar challenges with their tailgates and trailers.