Any recommended ball hitches?

[OleKennyRoy]

3/4" Rise works perfect with U-Hual trailers, and I have an 8" drop for my small Carry-On trailer. A normal 2" drop would probably fit the bill for 90% of the users out there.

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[ShadowBlack XL440]

This will be fine 95% of the time.

As Liberty Mutual says:
"Only pay for what you need."

FWIW - for cheap "anti-rattle" I just wrap 2 or 3 or 4 layers of electrical tape around the square shank.

Be sure to get one of these too. They are needed for any unibody vehicle to reduce the clunking of the hitch.

 

[MavMeister25]

I use a Curt #45220, which is a dual-length model, that provides maximum engagement with the receiver. Also, the 2" drop works well with my trailer, and does not hit the tailgate if left in.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0007LVBR8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

HRG

I use that exact size hitch by Curt.

 

[B. Adams]

But you missed the forest because of the trees.

It is MOSTLY about TRUCK HEIGHTS being vastly different.

The MAJORITY of trailers are within an inch or two of each other.

With one truck/vehicle... an adjustable hitch will not be needed and will be dare I say, just a waste of money. But hey, if you have the cash, they look cool.

Of the 4 trailers I regularly pull, they have 2 different hitch heights (normally). On my F350 two are at a 7" drop and the others are at a 5" drop, and one of the lower ones has a 2" ball. And last summer I had a large load of masonry on the flatbed, and had to raise the ball up to a 3" drop. So an adjustable hitch is absolutely worth the money on that vehicle. I appreciate the flexibility and ease of use of my hitches, and I actually use them.

On my previous F350 I had several drawbars with different drops and ball sizes, and having a single one is a whole lot nicer.

On the Maverick the value of an adjustable hitch would be lessened, but it is still a valid choice if it'll be pulling a variety of trailers. And in my case, sharing it with another vehicle.

 

[Glen Baker LLC]

I didn't see in anywhere else in the thread.
I thought I'd post this picture.
Your choice. Drop or Rise.

 

[The Real Maverick]

Yes. Every shank out there is square and "reversible".

Unless the ball is welded!

 

[RideSolo]

Be sure to get one of these too. They are needed for any unibody vehicle to reduce the clunking of the hitch.

Yeah, highly recommended, can make a big difference w/ a hitch and especially if you slide in one of those receiver mounted platforms that some folks like.

I use a 2" ball for most things but carry a 1 7/8" ball just in case.

 

[Snox801]

As someone who hauls alot. Get an adjustable hitch this thing squats.
Here is what I have. It’s not as nice as my Anderson hitch but it’s also very inexpensive. I have hauled about 20k miles with this up to 8k lbs.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B09ZL53N6N?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

 

[rungorillarun]

I went with the bulletproof aluminum adjustable hitch. A little pricey, but excellent quality. https://www.bulletproofhitches.com/collections/2-hitches-alum

 

[Aremite]

I have to say, so far I have no idea what to go for. A lot of great information in the thread and I believe I am leaning towards an adjustable one to allow better future proofing. They also seem to make it easier to ensure proper towing.

I like the looks of Amazon.com: CURT 45220 Dual Length Trailer Hitch Ball Mount, 7-1/2-Inch or 10-1/2-Inch Length, Fits 2-Inch Receiver, 7,500 lbs, 1-Inch Hole, 2-In Drop, 3/4-Inch Rise : Automotive that you can change just the ball out easy enough, but its not adjustable, I want to find one thats adjustable and I can just buy the balls themselves for the sizes I want/need.

 

[Glen Baker LLC]

You're overthinking it. ‍

 

[Eggflipper]

All good recommendations and concerns by ALL the posters. I will add only this, as this will be your first trailer hitch. If you leave it under your seat while not in use, as you suggested you will do, your going to miss out on jamming your shin into it. And we’ve ALL done it.

 

[Aremite]

You're overthinking it. ‍

In what way?

 

[icegradner]

Until you have something to tow, I wouldn't bother getting it. I waited until a few days before getting a trailer to buy this stuff, because I didn't know what I would need. Unless you plan on owning a bunch of trailers with different ball size requirements, or mount heights, don't waste money on anything fancy. A $20 ball and $30-$40 mount will do just fine for 90% of what you can do with a Maverick (2k or 4k).

The anti-rattle devices are nice to have, depends on what you put in the receiver though. I've used it with and without, and honestly don't notice much noise difference. Saves some paint damage on the receiver though. Buy some primer and matte black paint too, because those anti-rattle devices, and ball mounts, will scratch the paint on the receiver over time. If you leave it, it will rust out.

 

[The Real Maverick]

Until you have something to tow, I wouldn't bother getting it. I waited until a few days before getting a trailer to buy this stuff, because I didn't know what I would need. Unless you plan on owning a bunch of trailers with different ball size requirements, or mount heights, don't waste money on anything fancy. A $20 ball and $30-$40 mount will do just fine for 90% of what you can do with a Maverick (2k or 4k).

The anti-rattle devices are nice to have, depends on what you put in the receiver though. I've used it with and without, and honestly don't notice much noise difference. Saves some paint damage on the receiver though. Buy some primer and matte black paint too, because those anti-rattle devices, and ball mounts, will scratch the paint on the receiver over time. If you leave it, it will rust out.

Amen to that.

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