Long Ball Mount Shank Or Extension To Tow MDC XT19 RV With Ford Short Bed Truck
Updated 11/04/2026 | Published 11/02/2026
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Good evening, I have an MDC USA XT19 RV trailer. This unit is notorious for the storage boxes getting into the tail lights when taking a tight turn or the usual backing up and not paying attention. I figured this out was pulling away from getting fuel and making the turn to get out. I have a F150 with 5.5 ft bed. It appears all the shortest extensions 7-8 will not be rated heavy enough. I just need few inches extension to prevent the issue. Do you have a suggestion? Thank you,
asked by: Jason B
Expert Reply:
Good evening Jason. I think you'll have good luck with a longer ball mount rather than an extension adapter which would reduce the hitch's capacity by 50%. I'd take a look at the Brophy Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 13-1/4" Long - 10K # BM20. This is 13-1/2" long from the center of the hitch pin hole to the ball hole. If you need 2" ball use # e86TV, if you need 2-5/16" ball use # e76TV.
There are other ball mounts, some that come with balls pre-installed, but I think something like this is going to be your best option. If you think you need longer, just let me know. You won't have to worry about a reduced hitch capacity or anything like that with these options.
By the way, I wasn't real familiar with that travel trailer so I looked it up. Those things are pretty neat! Do you have any fall / winter trips planned?
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12teachscience
11/4/2026
I pull a 4000 lb cargo trailer with this ball mount. I got it so I could lower my tailgate without unhitching. The trailer was converted into a camper. I have had no problems. There are drawbacks. It will set off the reverse alarms when backing up disconected. It is also a shin banger!