Trailer Hitch Ball Mounts
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… view full answer...
How to Determine Correct Ball Mount Rise or Drop for Towing a Trailer with a 17 Inch Coupler Height Normally trailer coupler height is around 17 inches, from the ground to the bottom of the coupler, and most hitch manufacturers design their hitches to work with a ball mount that will end up very close to this measurement. I am including a link to… view full answer...
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… view full answer...
Adjustable Ball Mount Recommendation for 2019 Ford F-250 with 2-1/2 inch Hitch Thanks for the measurements of your coupler and trailer hitch! With that info we know that you need an 8-1/2 inch drop to tow your trailer level. Since B and W does not make a Tow N Stow with that much drop the best option would be a Weigh Safe… view full answer...
Curt A20 or Q20 Fifth Wheel Hitch for 2020 Chevy Silverado 3500 with OEM Rail Kit The Curt A20 hitch #C84FR is the better hitch over the Q Series for the OEM rail kit of your 2020 Chevy Silverado 3500. The A Series was designed as the improved version of the Q series and has a much better jaw design which translates into less… view full answer...
How Do I Know How High The Ball Should Sit Above the Ground This will depend on the hitch used and the height of the trailer coupler. You want the trailer to be as level as possible. We have a page on calculating hitch height and coupler height to help you find what ball mount would work best. Most light duty… view full answer...
Where is the Draw-Tite Hitch Receiver Lock BD580412 Made? The Draw-Tite Hitch Receiver Lock - Extra Long - Flush Design part #BD580412 is manufactured in China. For an alternative that is made in the United States I recommend using the InfiniteRule Hitch Lock for 2-1/2" Hitches - 3-1/8" Span -… view full answer...
Curt vs. Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Comparison for a 2016 Subaru Outback Wagon The Class II Curt Hitch #C12136 and Class II Draw-Tite Hitch #36493 for your 2016 Subaru Outback Wagon are very similar, but every Class I and Class II and some Class III Curt Hitches require stabilizing straps to be used when towing non trailer… view full answer...
Does MagnaFlow DPF Back System for 2020 Ford F-250 Cause Dash Light or Inspection Issues The MagnaFlow Black DPF Series Filter-Back Exhaust System #MF17068 won't give you any dash errors or inspection issues. Since the DPF system is intact you'd be totally legal and safe...but also much louder. view full answer...
Can Gen-Y Hitch Torsion Ball Mount be Used with an Equal-i-Zer Weight Distribution System I verified with Gen-Y hitch that their torsion ball mounts, like part #325-GH-1225, can be used with other manufacturer's weight distribution systems, however it isn't the best option. Instead of one of the torsion ball mounts I recommend the… view full answer...
Will Fastway Trailer Hitch Lock be Safe for 18,000 lb Rated Hitch? The Fastway Trailer Hitch Lock and Adjustment Pin Lock Set #FA86-00-3685 does not have a particular weight capacity. It has been designed for use with Fastway Flash E Series ball mounts like #FA42-00-2825. The lock set will fit 2-1/2" receivers… view full answer...
How to Get a Ball Mount with 0 inches of Rise or Drop In order to get a ball mount that has effectively 0 inches of rise or drop you would need to get a Trailer Hitch Ball Mount, part #D-4, like the one you referenced that has a 2 inch drop, and then use a 2 Inch High Rise Ball, part #C40034. I attached… view full answer...