Saw these cushioned ball mounts. The idea behind them sounds good (less abuse on the drivetrain), but does anybody have more info on these things? They run about $50 I think.

interesting idea.... never seen that...kinda like a torsion spocket ,softens the yank.. so to speak..
have to think about that one.....

Kook,
Having pulled with both, the cushioned DEFINITELY has less jolt than a solid receiver. You don't feel the start, stop, start associated with towing near as bad, and stopping is much easier. Well worth the $50!!!

Who makes them and what is their contact info.

I bet they do not have a high tow rating. Would be nice though.

They look cool as long as they cause is no Oscillation problem.

Best Regards

Found them here and they show a 10,000# rating. I may have to get one of these...