Brophy Ball Mount Review Video

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Review of the Brophy Ball Mount EA60

Hey everybody Ryan here at etrailer. Today, we're going to be checking out the Brophy aluminum trailer, hitch ball mount. So when it comes to picking out a ball mount, you want to make sure you get the proper one for your particular application, that way your trailer and your towed vehicle will be nice and level. Whenever you're going down the road. You know, it does make a difference with your,… see more >

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Should Trailer Be Exactly Level When Being Towed?

Hey Braden, good question. Sounds like you’ve got your setup pretty close already. For the most part, you want the trailer riding level or just slightly nose down but no more than about a ½ inch. A little nose down helps keep your weight on the…

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How to Pick Out the Correct Rise/Drop Ball Mount to Tow Trailer Level

I attached an FAQ for you to check out that details all of this, but what you need to do is get your truck and your trailer on level ground and take a couple measurements. You will need to measure from the ground to the bottom of the coupler on the…

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What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Lug Nut Torque Chart for Trailer Wheels

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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What is the Difference Between a 4-Way and 7-Way Trailer Connector

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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There sure is K.C.. For a shorter weight distribution shank that fits a 2-1/2" hitch, I recommend the Equal-i-zer item #EQ90-02-4700. This shank measures 12" long x 9-1/2" tall. It provides up to a 3" drop and has a 16,000 lbs…

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Distance From Center Of Hitch Pin Hole To Center Of Hitch Ball On B&W Tow & Stow Pintle Hook

Hi Thomas! The distance from the center of the hitch pin hole to the center of the ball on the #BW77BR is 13-5/8". This is designed to fit a 2-1/2" receiver with a 10k rating for the 2" and 21k rating for the 2-5/16" ball. What…

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Availability of Longer 2-1/2" Shank for ReCurve R3 Weight Distribution Hitch

Hey Dathan, congratulations on the new truck! The ReCurve R3 uses a standard shank so we do have some options that will work for you. The Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank #FA28FR has a 10" rise/6" drop and is 16" long overall. The…

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Torque Specification for Lugs Nuts on 5/8-Inch Stud on Dexter Hub

The appropriate torque spec for any application will vary depending on the construction of the wheel as well as on the stud size. I suggest checking the wheels you're using to see if their manufacturer has a suggested torque rating. Steel trailer…

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