{"product_id":"adjustable-trailer-hitch-fit-2-5-inch-receiver-trailer-hitch-mount-with-2-inch-2-5-16-inch-balls-21000-lbs-gtw-9-inch-drop-towing-ball-mounts-for-rvs-off-road-vehicles-and-trucks-black","title":"Adjustable Trailer Hitch Mount for 2.5-Inch Receiver, 21,000 Lbs GTW","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAn Adjustable Trailer Hitch for 2.5-Inch Receivers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an adjustable \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Tow_hitch\"\u003etrailer hitch\u003c\/a\u003e ball mount built for a 2.5-inch square receiver, featuring both a 2-inch ball rated for 18,500 lbs and a 2-5\/16-inch ball rated for 21,000 lbs gross trailer weight, with a 12-hole height adjustment offering up to 9 inches of drop. If you're switching between towing a light utility trailer and a heavier camper or boat, or your tow vehicle and trailer sit at different heights, this adjustable mount handles both jobs without needing to buy and swap between separate fixed hitches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy an Adjustable Drop Mount Beats a Fixed Ball Mount\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fixed ball mount only sits at one height, which works fine if you're always towing the same trailer with the same vehicle, but becomes a problem the moment your trailer coupler doesn't line up level with your receiver. Because this mount offers 12 holes of height adjustment and up to 9 inches of drop, it can be set to keep the trailer riding level behind a wide range of vehicle and trailer height combinations, which matters for both towing stability and even tire wear on the trailer itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual hitch balls: 2-inch (18,500 lbs) and 2-5\/16-inch (21,000 lbs GTW)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits a 2.5-inch square receiver tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12-hole height adjustment with up to 9 inches of drop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnti-detach tow ring with a physical locking design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReceiver size: 2.5-inch square\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHitch balls: 2-inch and 2-5\/16-inch, included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight ratings: 18,500 lbs (2-inch ball), 21,000 lbs GTW (2-5\/16-inch ball)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight adjustment: 12-hole, up to 9-inch drop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mount is designed for any tow vehicle with a 2.5-inch square receiver opening, including trucks, SUVs, and off-road vehicles set up for heavier towing, rather than being matched to one specific make and model. Because receiver size varies between vehicles and can even differ between trim levels on the same model, it's worth confirming your vehicle's receiver opening measures 2.5 inches before ordering, since a 2-inch receiver would need a different mount entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSigns You Need an Adjustable Hitch Mount\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've ever hooked up a trailer and noticed it rides nose-down or nose-up instead of level, or you switch between towing different trailers that each sit at a different coupler height, those are both clear signs a fixed-height ball mount isn't serving you well. Anyone who tows a mix of equipment, from a small utility trailer to a larger camper, benefits from having one mount that adjusts to fit each setup rather than owning several fixed-height mounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Level Towing Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTowing a trailer that isn't level puts uneven weight distribution on the tow vehicle's suspension and the trailer's axle, which can affect braking, handling, and how evenly the trailer's tires wear over time. Because this mount lets you dial in the correct height across a 9-inch range, it's built to help you get your specific trailer riding level behind your specific tow vehicle, rather than settling for whatever angle a fixed mount happens to produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstalling this mount means sliding the shank into your vehicle's 2.5-inch receiver tube, selecting the height that brings your trailer coupler level with the hitch ball, and securing it with a hitch pin and clip through the aligned holes. Because getting the trailer level depends on measuring your specific coupler height against your receiver height first, it's worth doing that check with the trailer unhooked before you're standing in a parking lot trying to back up to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis trailer hitch mount is in stock and ships ready to install. Our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping Information\u003c\/a\u003e page covers current timelines, and our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/returns\"\u003eReturns\u003c\/a\u003e pages explain what to do if anything isn't right on arrival. Not sure this matches your receiver size or towing needs? Our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/request-a-part\"\u003eRequest a Part page\u003c\/a\u003e is the fastest way to confirm before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Parts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hitch mount is listed in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/towing-trailer\"\u003eTowing \u0026amp; Trailer\u003c\/a\u003e collection, along with our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/off-road-4x4\"\u003eOff-Road \u0026amp; 4x4\u003c\/a\u003e collection, where you'll find other towing and hauling equipment for trucks and off-road vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"EasyLife Auto Parts","offers":[{"title":"black","offer_id":49816339022052,"sku":"CJYL28052920001","price":132.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/0502\/0900\/files\/618c4068-e17f-42c0-9927-d4ab40196f75.jpg?v=1788809036","url":"https:\/\/easylifeautoparts.com\/products\/adjustable-trailer-hitch-fit-2-5-inch-receiver-trailer-hitch-mount-with-2-inch-2-5-16-inch-balls-21000-lbs-gtw-9-inch-drop-towing-ball-mounts-for-rvs-off-road-vehicles-and-trucks-black","provider":"Easy Life Auto Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}