class of ball needed for towing

[joe]

just bought my first boat, 2004 air 226, first of many stupid questions-what class ball do i need for towing? thanks

[baine157]

RE: class of ball needed for towing

umm id get one that exceeds the weight of your trailers and boat

[ag4ever]

RE: class of ball needed for towing

I buy the highest rated one I can find. I think my curent one is rated at 10,000 pounds. Not easy finding a 2" ball rated that high as most are rated for 3500, and the next most popular rating is 5,000.

[92Excel]

RE: class of ball needed for towing

First class balls are needed to tow that boat. :>)

[redelf75]

Make sure the hitch and the ball both exceed your maximum weight, with good margin. THis one is good for 6000lbs. BTW, try to use a hitch that allows your trailer to lay level when attached. If you have issues with sway or tongue weight, you can get a different height hitch. I used a level on the trailer to get it right. Sorry if I'm being presumptuous.

http://www.boatersworld.com/product/...ihitches-balls

[Rick]

presumptuous or not he's right on the money. For my 4000lb boat I use a 2" all with a 1" thread rated at 6000lbs 19.5 inches from the ground That keeps the duals level.