Extreme trailer ball size

[jmhatchett]

All about weight ratings... the 24 foot boats weigh more than the 22 obviosuly so a heavier ball is needed. A typical weight limit for a 2" is 6000 lbs but many come with 5000 lb limits prolly need to check and make sure that the ratings are not exceeded. a 2 5/16" ball has limits of 10000 commonly. so i would say make sure you have more carrying capacity than what you are actually carrying.

I personally have a rapid hitch that has the 2" with 8000 lb limit and 2 5/16" with 10,000 lb limit. my boat weighs in around 5000-5500 when fueled and loaded and we commonly have people ride in boat on trailer so take all factors into consideration!!

[R&T Babich]

... I personally have a rapid hitch that has the 2" with 8000 lb limit and 2 5/16" with 10,000 lb limit. ...

Is your 2" ball rated 8000 lb and/or the hitch?
Most 2" balls I've seen are rated 5000 lb.
I found a 2" ball/1" shank that is stamped on top with a 6000 lb rating and use that with our Extreme.
I've seen in a list a 2" ball 7500 lb/1 1/4" shank, but have not seen an 8000 lb 2" ball.

[Ewok]

Here is what I use:


Andersen Balls - AM3662
A 2" ball with a 1" diameter x 2-1/8" long shank, the greaseless HardBall has an 8,000-lb towing capacity and makes towing even easier - no grease required.

[Ewok]

Etrailers also sells this ball:




Curt Balls - 40038
Ball diameter: 2"
Shank diameter: 1"
Shank Length: 2-1/4"
Wrench flats: 1-5/8"
Capacity: 12,000 lbs GTW
Fine threads for more holding strength
Meets U.S. V5 specifications
Tested for safety

40038 Curt Hitch Ball with 2" Diameter
Replaces E-119R

[lalhc]

I have a 2000 22i with a newer Extreme trailer and I use a 2" ball.

[jmhatchett]

Is your 2" ball rated 8000 lb and/or the hitch?
Most 2" balls I've seen are rated 5000 lb.
I found a 2" ball/1" shank that is stamped on top with a 6000 lb rating and use that with our Extreme.
I've seen in a list a 2" ball 7500 lb/1 1/4" shank, but have not seen an 8000 lb 2" ball.

Details for my hitch are below...

Retail Price: $189.99 (USA) 6" Drop/Rise with plated steel Combo Ball (2" x 2-5/16")
•6" Drop, 6" Rise
•Towing capacity: 8,000 lbs with 2" ball, 10,000 lbs with 2-5/16" ball. (1,500 Lbs Tongue Weight)
•Polished aluminum won't rust, chip, or peel.
•Quickly adjust height: Pull pin, adjust, slip pin back into place - done!
•Fits all standard 2" receivers. Sleeve required for 2-1/2" receivers (part #3800).
•Meets V5 and SAE J684 certifications.