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Old 06-25-2007, 09:09 AM   #1
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Default Dodge Ram has standard Class 3 bumper

My 2001 Dodge Ram 15000 V-8 has a standard Class 3 steel rear bumper tow rating for up to 7,500 Lbs. maximum trailer weight. The bumper is 21.5 inches above the ground, made to receive a 2 inch ball with threaded shaft and locking nut. How can I modify class 3 bumper for TM "ideal trailer tongue height"?
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Old 06-25-2007, 09:17 AM   #2
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They have 2" receivers that bolt right under the bumper to the existing holes. A friend of mine has that and tows a 28 foot travel trailer that weighs ~ 7000#. He has no problems and doesn't even need a WDH. http://www.lowcosttrailersupplies.co...-parts-rh.html
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Old 06-30-2007, 09:08 AM   #3
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Thanks Jim!
One more question. What is the "ideal trailer tow socket height" for a TM 2720 or 2619.
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Old 06-30-2007, 12:01 PM   #4
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19" to 19 1/2" if the TM is stock, 21" to 22 1/2" if it has a lift kit, I believe. My 2619 was 19" when perfectly level.
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Old 07-01-2007, 06:40 AM   #5
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Jim -

That is measured from the ground to the top of the ball socket?

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Old 07-01-2007, 07:57 AM   #6
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Actually, I believe that is to the inside top of the coupler on the trailer or to the top of the ball on the TV.
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Old 07-01-2007, 09:17 AM   #7
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Talking Dodge RAM 1500.... Thanks Guys... for info

Looks like I'll get lift kit, so TM higher and can attach ball to existing bumper Class 3!
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