I can't figure out what Ford was thinking with this 2.5" receiver.

Are there any ball mounts that fit without grinding? Reese makes a 2.5", but I hear people saying they had to grind them down. WTF, 2.5" is 2.5"! Does Ford have an OEM 2.5" that will fit their hitch?

Thanks...

 

Just buy the adapter 20.00 bucks just goggle reece hitch 2.5 everyone has them, I run one no problem

 

It's a class five hitch. Like the previous post said get an adapter. In my case I needed a step hitch anyway so I got a class five hitch.

 

I had issues with the adapter I bought at the local RV dealership. Of course the Ford adapter fits just right.

 

So what's the point of having a heavier 2.5" hitch if everyone is just going to use an adapter and use 2" ball mounts?

 

My guess is a 2" is fine for most owners needs when using bumper pull (ex. utility trailer). Anything heavier will use a gooseneck ball or 5th wheel hitch.

 

Have you seen the size of some of the toyhaulers and other bumper-pull trailers out on the road? They are so far past the weight ratings of the 2" hitches. It's a good idea to put the heavier duty receivers on these trucks. That being said, most people are used to the 2" receivers and all their hitches go in a 2" receiver, but it is still safer to use the 2.5" system for those who do tow heavy. Don't forget that this is a very powerful diesel truck and people are going to continue to tow heavier and heavier loads with them.

 

Which hitches are these? I took my 2" receiver to the Ford dealer and it fit perfectly in the '11 F-250 there. Was there an option of getting a larger hitch? Can't find it on my window sticker.

Is there a class V option?

 

Must have been built before they switched to the 2.5" sometime in May if I remember correctly.

 

I'll have to double check what my trailer shop installed. Def not a Reese but they sold me a receiver that slid right in my class 5. I did not nor should not have to grind anything!

 

I just picked up class V 2.5" from the local State Trailer Supply and it slid right in as well. No issues.

 

I bought the U-haul 2.5" adapter. On the sku description they call it the Ford adapter. It had to be tapped-in to get it started but it fits fine. I had to add some shims as my 2" hitch had a bunch of movement and slop that I didn't have before. Anyone know where we could get 2.5" hitches that are reasonably priced?

 

yeh, about that 'reasonable' thing..

etrailer.com lists them from $50 to 260..

Sam

 

they're all over the internet for $40-80 depending on quality and drop. Even my local truck parts store carries one for $75 (not including ball). It's not as cheap as a 2", but it's heavier duty... so I guess we knew it would be more expensive.

right now I'm running an adapter with my old 2" ball mount. I need more of a drop on this truck, so this afternoon I'm going to go pick up that $75 one from the truck accessory place

 

Got mine w/ a 7 inch drop at State Trailer Supply. I think the hitch was about $70, got 3 different ***** and a nice locking pin. Out the door was approx $120 (don't have the receipt on me). They had 3", 5" and 7" drop in stock. We measured the 7 inch and it should be perfect with my height (leveling kit and 35" tires).