Winnie drop 1780

"Seriously? What would you expect the result to be if you dropped a 2 5/16" coupler onto a 2" or 1 7/8" ball?"

Sound Guy, the poster was concerned about the ball size from the manufacturer. Of course, the ball size needs to match the coupler. I wanted him to reflect on a single axel and the limited fresh water capacity if he wants to dry camp.

trail-explorer wrote:
Call the dealer and ask them.

All the lightweight trailers I looked at have a 2 5/16" ball.

I agree call the dealer.

All the modern trailers have a 2 5/16 ball I did have a very old one that had a 2 inch ball.

Call the dealer and ask them.

All the lightweight trailers I looked at have a 2 5/16" ball.

Easy ...bring one of each, 2 " and 2 5/16". Your tool box that you always have in the truck should have a wrench to change if needed or to tighten if loose .

Lwiddis wrote:
Would the ball size make a difference?

Seriously? What would you expect the result to be if you dropped a 2 5/16" coupler onto a 2" or 1 7/8" ball? :E

Yes the ball size does make a difference. If you do not have the correct size ball for the coupler on the the trailer you cannot pull it safely.

The Gross Vehicle weight of that retro styled single axle trailer is 3800lbs. I would suspect that the hitch coupler would require a 2 inch ball and not a 2-5/16 one. I think I would give Winnebago a call before going to pick up the trailer to make sure.
Barney

Would the ball size make a difference? I'd be more concerned with only having 31 gallons of fresh water if you intend to dry camp and a single axel. Otherwise looks good.

Should be a 2 5/16"