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Jul 22, 2007 | 05:46 AM

#21

Pruhnke

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From: Crystal Lake

I just installed a Chase Race hitch and have 5 inch difference from trailer to hitch. Does anyone have a recommendation on the rise for the ball that I should purchase?

Jul 22, 2007 | 07:40 AM

#22

mikegarrison

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From: Covington WA, USA

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Originally Posted by Pruhnke,Jul 22 2007, 06:46 AM

I just installed a Chase Race hitch and have 5 inch difference from trailer to hitch. Does anyone have a recommendation on the rise for the ball that I should purchase?

That all depends on the trailer and the rake of the car and such. Just use a tape measure and make your best guess. If you are really worried about it, buy the riser from a local shop that will let you easily return it.

Jul 22, 2007 | 07:45 AM

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Pruhnke

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From: Crystal Lake

Mike..thanks for the response! Should I target for the trailer riding level and if I cannot achieve that is it better to have the trailer slope towards the vehicle?"

Jul 22, 2007 | 08:41 AM

#24

124Spider

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From: Redmond, Washington, USA

Doug does not recommend having it level. Mine drops a couple of inches, and it's fine.

Jul 22, 2007 | 08:46 AM

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alejo

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From: SoCal

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Originally Posted by gomarlins3,Jul 16 2007, 09:54 PM

Just a thought:

great set up

Jul 22, 2007 | 10:38 AM

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mikegarrison

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From: Covington WA, USA

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Originally Posted by Pruhnke,Jul 22 2007, 08:45 AM

Mike..thanks for the response! Should I target for the trailer riding level and if I cannot achieve that is it better to have the trailer slope towards the vehicle?"

Probably better to have the trailer slope down in front just a bit. Helps keep the tongue weight a little more consistant as the car goes over bumps.