2&5/16ths hitch on 2 inch ball !!!

[da_bees]

I need to move a 5K Lbs tounge pull trailer 10 miles today. I don't have a 2&5/16ths ball and don't see need for one in the future since I have a fith wheel rv. I have a 2" ball with 1" shank rated for 10k. What are the odds of the hitch uncoupling or worse? I'm not concurned about tounge weight on the F-450, trailer has good electric brakes and traffic is light on level terrain.

[Cummins12V98]

christopherglenn wrote:
I have one - not shiny and all, but basic black. I actually pull many different trailers with my dually and 2500 - both stock height - within 2-4 inches of level. For the cost, it isn't worth several stingers of different drops and 3 different balls to move between them. My dually towed the TT across town to a shop without issue, and the 2500 uses it exclusively for towing the boat - it just about level as is. Spork yes, but if your receiver is sitting near the right height, it is closer to a cheap Swiss army knife at times.

For the few like you that sit at the right height they are a good option. My other concern is what is the rating of each ball?

[christopherglen]

I have one - not shiny and all, but basic black. I actually pull many different trailers with my dually and 2500 - both stock height - within 2-4 inches of level. For the cost, it isn't worth several stingers of different drops and 3 different balls to move between them. My dually towed the TT across town to a shop without issue, and the 2500 uses it exclusively for towing the boat - it just about level as is. Spork yes, but if your receiver is sitting near the right height, it is closer to a cheap Swiss army knife at times.

[Cummins12V98]

christopherglenn wrote:
I would be looking at Tri-ball.

About as useful as using a "SPORK" !

Will get the job done but not very well.

[mich800]

bguy wrote:
You gotta be outta your mind. I can only believe you posted the question to get a reaction and had not REALLY considered trying it.

I wondered the same thing. Why even consider a shortcut like that.

Can I use gasoline in my kerosene heater? I am only using it for about 30 minutes?

[da_bees]

da.bees wrote:
Thanks guys. I will pick up one of the 3 way set ups suggested.

As you see,I bought the 3 way bar three days ago and moved the trailer without incident if you don't count the tail dragging. The F-450 is on the tall side and realy needed a dropped ball but it's done. Thanks once again for the advise. For the 2 or 3 that seem to view ignorance as a flaw,so sorry to upset you by asking. In the unlikly event you ever come across somthing you arn't adept in,humble yourself rather than proceeding ill equipped.

[christopherglen]

I would be looking at Tri-ball.

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[Bumpyroad]

Jayco254 wrote:
I have heard of thieves stealing trailers with a pad locked tongue by using a smaller ball and allowing the tongue weight of the trailer too keep it attached.

that is evidently why the better? ones lock a ball thingy into the socket so that can't be done.
bumpy

[Jayco254]

I have heard of thieves stealing trailers with a pad locked tongue by using a smaller ball and allowing the tongue weight of the trailer too keep it attached. But personally I wouldn't try it, if you don't have a heavy enough tongue or you hit a dip or wash board surface it's all over. A new ball is a lot cheaper than a law suit or a citation for driving an unsafe vehicle. Listen too everybody else don't do it.

[Tin_Pusher]

da.bees wrote:
What are the odds of the hitch uncoupling or worse?

There's something worse than uncoupling? 🙂

[campigloo]

Got a U-Haul store near by? They may rent you the shank and ball.

[APT]

I love my Convert-A-Ball and adjustable height ball mount investments I made 15 years ago. I can tow nearly any trailer that does not require a WDH.

[Cummins12V98]

Go for it!

Please send pics of the carnage!!!!!!!

[jaycocamprs]

Harbor Freight item#96137 2-5/16" Steel Hitch Ball with 1" Shank

[oilslick]

I think everyone has pretty much covered the topic, it's not safe it will come off sooner than later.