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  1. GO

    Weight distribution hitch install

    Hello! We have a 2016 274VFK and are loving it. My question is regarding installing a weight disruption hitch with sway control. We found one that doesn't require drilling into the frame, but what my main concern is the small metal beam that is wielded on the main frame to hold the propane...
  2. meaz93*

    Receiver Hitch Pin

    I had a very eye opening experience this past weekend. Long story short ( it always seems to get long winded -lol )[emoji848] I get back home from towing the 328RL Outback & my 2021 F250 6.7L. The trip was a 2.5 hr tow....and the setup was subjected to a lot of road construction including...
  3. JR

    Hitch weight v Tongue Jack Capacity

    Simple question; If the tongue weight on a trailer is around 1,000 lbs, why does the tongue jack need 3,500 lb cpacity? Isn't the tongue jack supporting the same weight from nearly the same location as the hitch? Simple minds gotta know!
  4. MI

    Hitch Questions

    1. How often do you grease the jaws or puck? 2. Is anyone using a regular hitch on a regular truck bed (not long bed, only 6.7") for a Cougar half ton? Do I need a sidewinder or slider hitch instead? 3. I could lower my hitch a little, my trailer does not ride level, it is high in front lower...
  5. RO

    Hitching correctly

    Ok I have a curt hitch system. Bars instead of chains. I am putting my bars on without any help on the cheater bar that comes with it. I feel I’m not raising the truck enough. How high should I lift the truck. My trailer is pointing down as the back of the truck as well. Is lifting the trailer...
  6. CR

    Hitch

    I want buy a hitch for the back of my 5th wheel. I want to haul a swivel wheel trailer for my golf cart. Any ideas of what kind of hitch I need ?
  7. RI

    Best Hitch Bike Rack?

    Hi All I'm looking for a hitch bike rack that I can use either when I'm not towing, or use a double stacked hitch receiver for when I'm towing my pop up. I'd like to carry 3 bikes with it. What can people recommend?
  8. RA

    Gen Y versus Goosebox Hitch

    I am looking for actually experience using either of these hitches. We just bought a 2014 Keystone 269fwrls Copper Canyon and want to change to using my Gooseball hitch that I have in the truck. I am considering both of these hitches and am looking for what people like or dislike about each one...
  9. JR

    FR3 30ft motorhome hitch

    Just picked up a 2014 Forest River FR3 motorhome. 30ft. It has a 5k rated hitch. I'm wanting to upgrade to a 10k hitch to tow my 24ft covered trailer but can't seem to locate the right hitch. Any links for the CORRECT hitch? Been looking for a couple days and can't find definitive answers..
  10. DE

    27’ Evo trailer hitch question

    We currently just have the bare bones number tube in back and I need to find a way to install a tow hitch that I can then mount a motorcycle onto. Anyone have any thoughts? Class III or IV as bike weights 540lbs Thanks in advance.
  11. KE

    2017 Cougar X-Lite 29BHS Hitch Height

    Hello, I am picking up my (new to me) 2017 Cougar X-Lite 29BHS this weekend and wanted to see if anyone knew the hitch height of this model. The gentleman I am buying it from has it stored in a building and won't go measure it for me prior to my arrival. Just wanted to know so I have the right...
  12. RE

    Fifth wheel slides back when unhitching

    Proud owner of a 2022 2883ws, I have an issue with trailer slipping back sometimes when unhitching. I use the yellow stand blocks, chock the rear wheels but it seems like most of the times the trailer will slide back as I pull truck forward. Mostly a slight amount but other times an inch or so...
  13. DE

    Hitch head/shank cover bag in yellow?

    Looking for a yellow bag to cover the hitch head/ball /shank to make it obvious and protect it from the weather when I make short runs while travelling. Mine is bolted in and not removable without a lot of work. Considering these. Any suggestions...
  14. VL

    Echomaster: hitch camera takes 30 mins to activate

    I know there is an Echomaster thread on going regarding the switching issue. So posting this question not to hijack that thread. My hitch camera will not activate for 30 minutes after power up. I tried to do the software upgrade that was kicked around this site last year but my monitor does...
  15. IG

    Lectric E-Bike Bumper Hitch Solution

    We have 2 Lectric XP 2.0 electric bikes. They are awesome. The only thing that isn't awesome is the weight. lol These puppies each way 65lbs a piece. Yes they do fold, but we would prefer not to fold the bikes each time we need to transport them. Currently we have installed a Yakima...
  16. Gonefishing1

    5th wheel hitch

    Okay got the hitch in the new truck. But now with the tail gate open it is only a 1inch or so from the camper. I’m thinking of moving the hitch one hole back. What you guys think? The pic is where it is now.
  17. IM

    Hensley Arrow Sway Control Hitch

    Hensley Arrow Sway Control Hitch for sale. Eliminates sway while towing a travel trailer. We bought it new from Hensley less than a year ago for $3,300. Asking $1,800. Located in North Alabama. We really liked how it worked. We are only selling it because we went to a Reflection 5th wheel...
  18. FL

    Best towing hitch

    Pulled our new 2022 Montana HC 295RL from Denver to UT and we DO need a softer/smoother hitch. MorRyde rubber hitch on our 2013 Mountaineer worked pretty well but I'm guessing there is something newer and better and this site doesn't fail with good info; some not so good but still enjoy the...
  19. TI

    Hitch Outside Storage Rack for Geo Pro 19FBS

    Has anyone tried this rack on the GEO Pro Trailer Tray A-Frame Cargo Carrier Camping World sale sheet https://www.campingworld.com/dw/image/v2/BCJK_PRD/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-global-master-catalog/default/dw231a0464/images/large/070918_1.jpg?sw=800&sh=800
  20. BI

    Rear hitch weight capacity?

    We're soon to take delivery of a 2022 Rockwood 2720IK. There is a rear 2" hitch receiver and I'm wondering what others here have been successful in loading onto this receiver via a carrier. My dealer believes that the capacity is 300 lbs, which might only be a generous conservative figure...
  21. RO

    5th Wheel Hitch Visibility Solution

    I have a 4 door crew cab GMC 3500 with a standard bed and a hard trifold tonneau cover. When I hook up, I cannot see my hitch from the drivers seat as it sits below the folded back tonneau cover. This has made hitching up a multiple trip out of the cab exercise to get lined up properly. I...
  22. Bustinbeards

    Husky Centerline TS 800-1200 hitch deal

    I have been looking at the husky centerline TS 32218 hitches which quite a few here have said have served them well. I have been holding off since about 4 months ago when they went from 482$ to 524$. On a whim yesterday I checked in them and RVupgrades.com had them for 407$ With free shipping...
  23. MA

    Front hitch/receiver.

    I am thinking about adding a 2" front hitch receiver to my E350 Super Duty MH. Can anyone give me a Draw-Tite or Curt model number for a front mount hitch that will not hang below the air dam on the front? I want to see only the receiver tube and keep all my ground clearance.
  24. HangDiver

    Now here's a hitch - Off topic

    Driver might still be in the cab....
  25. BI

    Top of hitch height 26dbud

    Hi all. I have my camper parked on my hilly driveway right now and want to set up my hitch. Can anyone advise the top of ball height when leveled on the level? 2022 Wildwood 26dbud. Otherwise I have to roll it out on the street to check which be a pain. Not impossible but wanted to adjust the...

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