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  1. WU

    Reese 54977 Shank, 2.5", WDH

    Did you upgrade truck to a 2.5" receiver and have a Reese WDH ? This is the answer, it allows Reese Weight Distribution hitch to fit the 2.5" receiver directly, no more sleev/adapter. Condition is excellent, it shows signs of usage but in no way reflects any problems. This is not included in...
  2. WU

    Reese Trunnion Bars, 1200 lbs p/n: rp66009

    These are the 1200 lb version of the Reese weight distribution hitch system. We used them for a few months till we traded in the rig for another that already had a weight distribution setup installed. These show signs of being used but are in excellent working order. Buyer has option to pickup...
  3. MA

    Lippert Accessory Hitch

    Has anyone installed the Lippert Assessory Hitch on a 2023 Freedom Express Ultralite?
  4. JI

    WD hitch recommendations

    We just brought our new trailer home. It is a Rockwood signature 8263MBR. We are pulling it with a ram 3500. Previously we had a smaller trailer and truck using an equalizer hitch with the 10,000/1000 rating with no issues I had installed the plastic inserts on the L brackets to quiet the...
  5. 93

    Hitch selection based on trailer weight

    I have a 22 salem 270fks. Hitch weight is 1175 dry trailer weight advertised is about 9k. I want to upgrade my weight distribution hitch and sway control. I am towing with a f350 srw. Would it be safe choosing a 1200lb Tw 14k hitch set up? Or do I need to move up a notch on hitch ratings
  6. CZ

    Reese 20k fifth wheel hitch indicator

    We were headed south to Texas last week. Went through Oklahoma City and man 44 was rough, it hammered the helms out of the camper. Stopped for a break on the south side of town. Filling up with gas I noticed the hitch indicator showed red -unlatched! I carefully drove to the truck side of the...
  7. OH

    Tow Hitch weight capacity

    Am considering hauling a Vespa or similar scooter on the back of my 2016 3010DS. Would appreciate input on suggested carriers, but more importantly, will the receiver by itself be sufficient enough to handle the weight? Thanks All
  8. LO

    Can you auto-level without hitching?

    We're in a sandy spot and need to auto-level. Has anyone done it with their Riverstone without hitching it up to the truck? Thanks for your reply!!!!
  9. KS

    How I remove the hitch cover on my 2608

    I want to install a bike rack but the hitch cover will not come off. Any ideas how to get it out when I pulled on the sides the outer edges came off.
  10. RI

    hitch modification

    Good morning. I have recently bought a 2020 Rockwood 2881S fifth wheel camper with a rear kitchen. I am pulling it with a 2022 GMC 2500 HD AT4 truck. I am considering switching the pin box (Lippert Turning Point) to a Gen-y goose ball hitch. I am considering this because of the jarring that I am...
  11. TO

    Rear bumper hitch

    My cougar 30rls has a rear bumper hitch with a 300 lb weight capability is that tongue weight can I pull a small boat on trailer behind my camper?
  12. OD

    Curt A 16 5th wheel hitch experience

    I currently have a Curt Q20 (20,000#) in my truck and I find it to be very heavy and overkill for my 14,000# trailer. So I have been looking for a lighter replacement and found a brand new in the box A16 (16,000#) off Facebook for 320 bucks. One of those could not pass up the deal things. I...
  13. BR

    Max Hitch Weight Calculation

    Hi Everyone, I am new to the RV game and am looking at getting the GEOPro G20BHS. I have a question about how much hitch weight will actually be put on my Jeep. As stated in the specs, the dry hitch weight is 495? Can I assume that I will have to add 90lbs (propane and battery) to that for the...
  14. FL

    First Timer

    Hello everyone! I just got my first trailer ( 2022 Ameri-Lite 248 BH) from an auction and I would like to have some info about which hitch and sway control system I should buy. Also, which battery would be better for this model? I will be towing it with my 2018 Chevy Silverado 1500 Work Truck...
  15. GR

    Hitch question...

    Hi, when I unhitched my 26RL last week after installing a new lube plate (Reese 83002) I saw damage to it caused by an edge (on the right side) of the skid plate entrance which has lifted (Reese 16k hitch)...this was not there with the previous plate (which I replaced as general maintenance...it...
  16. LO

    Which Anderson Hitch drop & bracket size ?

    Have ordered a 2024 e pro 20 bhs. Towing with a Tahoe with tow package. Tow rating 7500 lbs. hitch rated 5000 pounds without WD hitch , 12500 pounds with. Thinking for a 70 y/o with bad back an Anderson Wd hitch while pricy would be a good option. If someone has a 20 bhs I need 2 measurements to...
  17. LA

    Weld or Bolt on hitch

    Hi, I need to install a hitch/receiver for an Ebike hitch. I have a Rockwood 2017 2506S What do I buy? What receiver do you recommend? I have a bumper mounted receiver with support arms. I've done a few trips, but I want something more permanant. I checked with Rockwood and their response was...
  18. IL

    2022 forest River Sunseeker 3250 dsle hitch height

    Would anyone know the rear hitch reciever height of 2022 Sunseeker 32050 dsle? Mine is in storage and I am hoping someone would know by heart. Thank you for your help in advance. V/R Donald Y. Choe MSG, USA Retired
  19. Nick Danger

    Flag Pole Hitch Receiver

    I have a hitch receiver on my truck that accepted a 2" dia extendable flag pole insert. The flag pole broke and I bought a new flag pole; however, the new pole base is 2&1/4" dia (not surre how I didn't see the size difference) and of course won't fit. I assumed incorretly that all 20' poles...
  20. JM

    x-chocks loosening when unhitching and hitching

    Hi folks. Did a search with no results so excuse me if I missed something. We're using X-chocks on our 290RLS and have an issue. We set the chocks before dropping the landing gear but have noticed they loosen when raising to unhitch. After we level, we retighten the chocks. We're concerned if...
  21. LD

    Goosebox with M-320G? (newby needs help)

    I need a solid, low weight hitch option for my new 320 RV that makes it easy to use the truck bed when not on the road with the RV. A smooth ride would also be wonderful. I'm considering either the Anderson Ultimate Hitch or the Reese Goosebox. I'm leaning toward the Goosebox. Anyone have...
  22. UP

    Slider Hitch or Not?

    Hello Everyone We just picked up a 2016 Rockwood 8289 WS Fifth Wheel. For the up coming season We plan on pulling it with Our existing 2011 F250 Short Bed. Does anyone know offhand if We would have to have a slider hitch or not? I don’t want to spend a lot of Money on this hitch because We plan...
  23. NA

    Hitch chassis fracture

    I have a 2010 Sprinter Copper Canyon 273FWRET that I have towed successfully with a gooseneck hitch on a 95 Dodge Cummins (old ag truck) and now 2012 Ram... until now. The chassis extension at the hitch platform has fractured (see photo) and the gooseneck adapter is no longer vertical. Can this...
  24. MI

    5th Wheel hitch for cougar

    hello everyone, new to this forum. We are about to purchase a cougar 29rli. I have a Chevy 2500 High-country diesel. I have not owned a 5th wheel before only travel trailers. My truck does have puck system. Was wondering what the best hitch to get. I have been told the Demco 18K autoslide...
  25. LU

    Rear trailer hitch weight capacity?

    On the back of our Cougar 22RBS is a factory installed, full 2” hitch. It’s a frame mounted hitch, not just a bumper mounted receiver. I've looked to try and understand its capabilities as I’d like to put a small hitch mounted platform back there and maybe use it for a few things like camp...

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