Choice of Hitch
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Topic: Choice of Hitch
Posted By: Living4Christ
Subject: Choice of Hitch
Date Posted: 28 Feb 2016 at 2:43pm
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Hi everyone, we just bought our first camper yesterday (taking delivery in about two weeks), and I need some advice on getting a hitch. I have searched this forum and could not find discussions on weight distribution hitches. I will be pulling the RPod 179 with a 2008 Tundra 5.7L (yes, I know some will say a WD hitch with sway control is not needed, but I am in the camp that prefers to be on the safest side of things). I cant recall the manufacturer the dealer recommended, but instead of just taking what they sell I wanted to get some opinions from other folks that pull this kind of trailer. I have done some research...the fastway e2 hitch looks interesting. But i am intrigued with the Husky Centerline Towing System http://www.huskytow.com/product/husky-center-line-towing-system/ - http://www.huskytow.com/product/husky-center-line-towing-system/ as they claim it is different from comparable systems as the sway bars do not need to be removed, and the Anderson Hitch: http://www.andersenhitches.com/Catalog/andersen-nosway-weight-distribution-hitch.aspx - http://www.andersenhitches.com/Catalog/andersen-nosway-weight-distribution-hitch.aspx . I am curious about the ratings of this hitch as the Tongue Weight Range is 500–1,400 lbs, and I believe I'll be around 300-350 lbs. Any input, or a link to an existing thread to reference would be great! Thank you!
------------- 2016 R-Pod 179. Mods (so far): dual batteries, R-dome, Visio TV |
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Posted By: john in idaho
Date Posted: 28 Feb 2016 at 3:03pm
| Click on Topic Search - WDH or hitch - has been discussed about as much as one would want to read. |
Posted By: marwayne
Date Posted: 28 Feb 2016 at 3:05pm
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Hi and welcome, I tow my 172 with a 2013 Tundra 5.7 L I use the Equal-I-zer with 4 point sway control, wouldn't leave home without it. ------------- If you want something done right, do it yourself. 2011 RP172, 2016 Tundra 5.7 Litre, Ltd. |
Posted By: DaveC3
Date Posted: 28 Feb 2016 at 4:15pm
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We took delivery of a new 180 yesterday. My wife will do most of the driving. We had an Equal-i-zer four way hitch installed. Only one trip but worked well. My opinion better safe than sorry. ------------- 2016 R-Pod 180 2015 Ford Explorer Limited |
Posted By: jato
Date Posted: 28 Feb 2016 at 5:57pm
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Welcome to the group, BROTHER, PTL! We have only used a sway bar on our Explorer and haven't ever had any issues, even with very windy conditions of up to 30 mph cross-winds. Yet it is a great idea to be safe, rather than sorry. Would be a necessity I think with the bigger unit such as you purchased.
------------- God's pod '11 model 177 '17 Ford F-150 4WD 3.5 Ecoboost Jim and Diane by beautiful Torch Lake "...and you will know the Truth and the Truth will set you free." |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 28 Feb 2016 at 6:31pm
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Welcome. As john said there are many topics on the subject. Use advanced search and change the default timeframe to more than 6 months. I used an E2 6000/600 WDH with our pod with good results. Even with our Suburban - it improves the ride quality. ------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual 
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Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 02 Mar 2016 at 9:41am
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Welcome! This from the Husky web site: SAFETY TIP: Do not use the Center Line Hitch with loaded trailers under 4,000 lbs. We have the Equal-i-zer 4-way stabilization hitch rated at 600 Lbs tongue weight and 6,000 Lbs capacity. It works well for us. I just ordered and received a set of Sway Bracket Jackets along with Socket Pins w/Thumb Clips, which will make it even better. I never did like the clips that came with the hitch. The socket pins with clips will be more secure and since the clips are attached, they will be unlikely to get separated or misplaced. The jackets will help quiet the hitch and eliminate some of the groaning and popping noises we were hearing on turns. As for the Andersen hitch, I had considered that one too. The concerns I have are that I do not know how durable the urethane "springs" are. Also, I have read that some people have had problems with the friction insert for the hitch ball. It is the ball turning in the socket that provides friction to control sway in that hitch. OTOH, it looks easy to adjust he amount of weight transfer to increase or decrease as loads shift (e.g. fresh water tank empties and black/grey water tanks fill). That is not so easy with the other type hitches. ------------- StephenH Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7712 - ouR escaPOD mods Former RPod 179 Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS |
Posted By: grand beaver
Date Posted: 02 Mar 2016 at 6:49pm
| I am about to begin the install of a Fastway E2 on our 2016/179. From the research I have done the Anderson and the Husky will be more than necessary. I will try to update my experience when I am complete. Good choice on the 179 btw, it is the best floorplan! |
Posted By: Leo B
Date Posted: 02 Mar 2016 at 6:59pm
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Welcome to the group! ------------- Leo & Melissa Bachand 2017 Ford F150 2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk Previously owned 2015 Rpod 179 2010 Rpod 171 |