Drop Hitch Size

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Author Message   Brian (Bthaxton) Member Username: Bthaxton Post Number: 58 Registered: 02-2003 Posted on Saturday, January 03, 2004 - 03:36 pm:    I have a '97 D1 with stock (recently replaced) suspension. I am going to install a wiring harness and a drop hitch. I already have the receiver. What size drop do I need for a standard 4x6 or 6x8 trailer to keep things level? In other words, does the drop hitch need to drop 2"? 4"? 8"? What measurement do I need to buy?   Chris Browne (Chris_browne) Senior Member Username: Chris_browne Post Number: 521 Registered: 02-2003 Posted on Saturday, January 03, 2004 - 04:17 pm:    Every trailer is different, but I'd hazard a guess at 4 inches. Why not take a measurement or two to be sure   Corey (Discobro) Senior Member Username: Discobro Post Number: 282 Registered: 12-2002 Posted on Saturday, January 03, 2004 - 04:41 pm:    It kind of depends on what you are going to tow. I have a 4" drop and the trailer I pull has full size tires (it is actually the backend to an old Ford Courier pickup with a modified frame for towing). The trailer still does not sit level (high in front) but most other things I pull (like rental trailers) are level. You may want to go more. Oh and I have stock suspension also - 1996 D1.