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    Posted: 27 Feb 2014 at 8:38am
I just ordered a new R178 and I'm in the process of fitting a WDH for it.
 
Does anyone know the approximate coupler height above the ground for a R178 with the axel risers installed?
 
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Posts: 6128 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 27 Feb 2014 at 10:40am
You really can't set the hitch up until you have the trailer, but top of the ball height should be around 18" if I remember correctly.

That's either correct for a pod.. or an Airstream.. 50/50 chance. Wink

BTW, it takes only a couple minutes to adjust ball height on our WDH, 'cause we have to do it when we switch back and forth. Only two bolts.
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I just ran out to check my ball height and it was a hair under 20 inches to the top, and we do have the axle risers on our R178. I haven't checked for level while hitched on a level parking lot but it should be close.Smile
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My 2014 178 is just a tad over 20 inches.
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That height is with factory-installed risers.
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Posts: 50 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 27 Feb 2014 at 6:45pm
My 177 with risers is right around 20" as well.
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Thanks everyone for the reply.  I should be set to go when it arrives in the next few days.
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Just bought a 178 last weekend with 3in risers.   Top of ball was 20-21in before coupling.  
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