Why Isn't There a 2-5/16" Hitch Ball Available with a 3/4" Diameter Shank  

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You are right that there aren't any 2-5/16" hitch balls available that feature a smaller 3/4" diameter shank. This is simply because the higher weight capacity that a 2-5/16" ball provides requires a larger diameter shank to maintain this rating. The most common shank diameter size for this ball is a 1-1/4" like the Draw-Tite # 19286.

You also definitely want to make sure you are using a 2-5/16" hitch ball if that is what the coupler on your trailer accepts. Using a smaller 2" ball would allow for enough wiggle room that the trailer could become uncoupled on the road.

You have a couple of options here. You could just carefully enlarge the hole on the bumper so that it's appropriately sized for a 1-1/4" shank or install a trailer hitch (which is my recommendation) so that you can use a ball mount with the correct hole already present for a 2-5/16" hitch ball. A hitch receiver would also open the door to other accessories like a bike rack or cargo carrier if ever needed down the line.

If you have the standard or step bumper the Draw-Tite Class III Max Frame Receiver Hitch # 75099 will work perfectly. It features a 2" receiver and a 5,000 pound towing weight capacity. For a ball mount (to go along with the above-mentioned hitch ball) I recommend the Brophy # BH20.

expert reply by: Chris R

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