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11-23-2012, 03:08 PM
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http://www.turnoverball.com/products...receiver-hitch
That is what I have, I bought mine new in 07 and have no problems at all. I take it on and off each time I use it, still looks new.
That is what I have, I bought mine new in 07 and have no problems at all. I take it on and off each time I use it, still looks new.
11-23-2012, 04:10 PM
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http://www.turnoverball.com/products...receiver-hitch
That is what I have, I bought mine new in 07 and have no problems at all. I take it on and off each time I use it, still looks new.
That is what I have, I bought mine new in 07 and have no problems at all. I take it on and off each time I use it, still looks new.
11-26-2012, 02:45 PM
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How heavy are you looking for?
I have not seen any rated for more than 10k.
DiversiTech does have a higher tongue rating at 1,500 http://www.diversi-tech.net/Hitches%20Page.htm
I figure if the weight it close and the drop hitch is not being fully extended there is little problem. From a conversation with the mfg, hitch parts must pass tests at maximum extension of three times their rated weight.
If weights are significantly greater or frequent / longer distances are planned, a solid hitch with the proper ball and height is better IMO. There is less hitch slop yeilding a solid pull which is better at higher weights.
Curt's forged ball mounts are some of the heaviest I have seen. A heavy tongue weight will usually sag the rear so it is important to take this into account when selecting drop.
http://www.curtmfg.com/Category/168/...0Ball%20Mounts
Make sure a properly rated ball is used as well.
I have not seen any rated for more than 10k.
DiversiTech does have a higher tongue rating at 1,500 http://www.diversi-tech.net/Hitches%20Page.htm
I figure if the weight it close and the drop hitch is not being fully extended there is little problem. From a conversation with the mfg, hitch parts must pass tests at maximum extension of three times their rated weight.
If weights are significantly greater or frequent / longer distances are planned, a solid hitch with the proper ball and height is better IMO. There is less hitch slop yeilding a solid pull which is better at higher weights.
Curt's forged ball mounts are some of the heaviest I have seen. A heavy tongue weight will usually sag the rear so it is important to take this into account when selecting drop.
http://www.curtmfg.com/Category/168/...0Ball%20Mounts
Make sure a properly rated ball is used as well.
Last edited by ChargeIt; 11-26-2012 at 02:54 PM.
11-26-2012, 08:39 PM
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How heavy are you looking for?
I have not seen any rated for more than 10k.
DiversiTech does have a higher tongue rating at 1,500 http://www.diversi-tech.net/Hitches%20Page.htm
I figure if the weight it close and the drop hitch is not being fully extended there is little problem. From a conversation with the mfg, hitch parts must pass tests at maximum extension of three times their rated weight.
If weights are significantly greater or frequent / longer distances are planned, a solid hitch with the proper ball and height is better IMO. There is less hitch slop yeilding a solid pull which is better at higher weights.
Curt's forged ball mounts are some of the heaviest I have seen. A heavy tongue weight will usually sag the rear so it is important to take this into account when selecting drop.
http://www.curtmfg.com/Category/168/...0Ball%20Mounts
Make sure a properly rated ball is used as well.
I have not seen any rated for more than 10k.
DiversiTech does have a higher tongue rating at 1,500 http://www.diversi-tech.net/Hitches%20Page.htm
I figure if the weight it close and the drop hitch is not being fully extended there is little problem. From a conversation with the mfg, hitch parts must pass tests at maximum extension of three times their rated weight.
If weights are significantly greater or frequent / longer distances are planned, a solid hitch with the proper ball and height is better IMO. There is less hitch slop yeilding a solid pull which is better at higher weights.
Curt's forged ball mounts are some of the heaviest I have seen. A heavy tongue weight will usually sag the rear so it is important to take this into account when selecting drop.
http://www.curtmfg.com/Category/168/...0Ball%20Mounts
Make sure a properly rated ball is used as well.
11-26-2012, 09:43 PM
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There is also the Anderson Mfg. EZ HD hitch rated at 14,000lbs. It's the only one I found that would work with Rock Tamer hitch-mounted flaps.
http://www.andersenhitches.com/Catalog/ez-hitch.aspx
http://www.andersenhitches.com/Catalog/ez-hitch.aspx
