Trailer towing hookup questions

I assume that You have a 2-5/16" hitch ball. -- I'm a fan of a solid hitch insert vs. a hollow tube type - 1-1/4" or 1-3/8" shank, on ball - weld the nut to the shank, on the bottom side. -- As previously stated, load a little bit center of trailer axles. - I pull the car on, until I feel the trailer drop, very slightly, on the front. -- This keeps the trailer a little below level, on the front. -- On towed vehicle - Emergency brake on, (if possible) - car in gear, or park - 4 straps. -- Happy Motoring.