I'm going to buy a class III hitch for my 1999 Chevy K1500 pickup. I want to get a bolt on that sits right behind the rear bumper. The truck has P265/75 R16 factory size tires on factory rims, no lift kit but does sit pretty tall compared to a 2WD model. My question is how much drop should I get on the ball platform for general towing of trailers, rental equipment etc. The reason I ask is that I don't own anything that I tow I just need it for when I do have to pull something.
Thanks Brian
I personally prefer a plate with a series of holes to mount a pintle hook with a trailer ball because I've towed a real variety of stuff over the years. In the alternative here's a neat setup of you're limited top ball type trailers:
a 2'' should be fine for most everything you could tow; i've used a 2'' on just about any half ton truck i've owned. you should be able to pick one up at advanced or walmart for less than 20 bucks
good luck
TB
I believe you want the top of the ball 16-17 inches from the pavement.
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