Hitch Question
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Hitch Question
Hello everyone. After a great response about my "serious RV type question" I have question #2.
I am almost 100% decided on a 5th wheel. I am looking at hitches. I see some made by Reese and other brands. What is the difference in some that say they tilt front and back, not left or right, vice versa. What does it matter or does it.
Which is the one that I need?
Thanks
RC
I am almost 100% decided on a 5th wheel. I am looking at hitches. I see some made by Reese and other brands. What is the difference in some that say they tilt front and back, not left or right, vice versa. What does it matter or does it.
Which is the one that I need?
Thanks
RC
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This is one I was looking at......
eBay Motors: CURT 16K 5th FIFTH WHEEL HITCH E5 Rails fit Reese (item 140252387685 end time Aug-03-08 10:49:38 PDT)
eBay Motors: CURT 16K 5th FIFTH WHEEL HITCH E5 Rails fit Reese (item 140252387685 end time Aug-03-08 10:49:38 PDT)
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The inexpensive hitches rock forwards and backwards only. The rest rock side to side and forwards and backwards.
The advantage of the side to side is allowing you to hitchup while on uneven ground. Also there is some independent movement between the tow vehicle and the trailer.
Some people believe that since semi's use only for and aft movement that this is better. Basically tying the two vehicles together (side to side motion) while traveling.
Some hitches allow side to side while hitching, then can be locked in the fore and aft motion only.
I find less stress on my truck with the side to side movement working on my hitch.
Good luck
The advantage of the side to side is allowing you to hitchup while on uneven ground. Also there is some independent movement between the tow vehicle and the trailer.
Some people believe that since semi's use only for and aft movement that this is better. Basically tying the two vehicles together (side to side motion) while traveling.
Some hitches allow side to side while hitching, then can be locked in the fore and aft motion only.
I find less stress on my truck with the side to side movement working on my hitch.
Good luck
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Justo make sure that I understand...you are recommending movement in all 4 directions right?
Just confirming..............
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As a newbie to the 5th wheel world I bought a 20K Husky (has 4 way movement) and I am still amazed when I see how much it moves (epecially tilting side to side) as I pull down a fairly smooth road...then there is the movement when I pull on the NM highways tha my tax dollars go to support.
All that movement would be on the truck and it suspension if not for the hitch.
Bill
All that movement would be on the truck and it suspension if not for the hitch.
Bill
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I agree on the side to side movement as well, but in the long run it doesn't really matter.
And you can get that hitch for less money if you buy it from you local Camping World.
Buy it online and you have to figure in the cost of shipping and in that case is $70.00+
Camping World club card is half that figure.
Here is the link.
16,000 lb. 5th Wheel Hitch - Camping World
And you can get that hitch for less money if you buy it from you local Camping World.
Buy it online and you have to figure in the cost of shipping and in that case is $70.00+
Camping World club card is half that figure.
Here is the link.
16,000 lb. 5th Wheel Hitch - Camping World
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My nickel's worth on hitches. I have a Husky. The jaw lock mechanism surrounds the king pin when in locked position. This provides for a smoother tow. This is a feature not found on the inexpensive(basic) hitches. Basic hitches typically just slide a steel bar with a piece of flat steel welded to it in front of the king pin thus producing a herky jerky motion. (Note that I had one of these on my first rig.)Over time the constant rubbing and banging against the flat steel bar wears it out, i.e. produces a depression in the bar which just makes it even worse.
Also, ordering a hitch over the Internet is ok, just be prepared for when UPS shows up with the stuff. It is heavy. Once you got it you still need to install it. Some folks are good at this, I decided to have a professional do it.
In addition to Camping World, there's the U-Haul folks, and all those independent trailer parts places.
Also, ordering a hitch over the Internet is ok, just be prepared for when UPS shows up with the stuff. It is heavy. Once you got it you still need to install it. Some folks are good at this, I decided to have a professional do it.
In addition to Camping World, there's the U-Haul folks, and all those independent trailer parts places.
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My nickel's worth on hitches. I have a Husky. The jaw lock mechanism surrounds the king pin when in locked position. This provides for a smoother tow. This is a feature not found on the inexpensive(basic) hitches. Basic hitches typically just slide a steel bar with a piece of flat steel welded to it in front of the king pin thus producing a herky jerky motion. (Note that I had one of these on my first rig.)Over time the constant rubbing and banging against the flat steel bar wears it out, i.e. produces a depression in the bar which just makes it even worse.
Also, ordering a hitch over the Internet is ok, just be prepared for when UPS shows up with the stuff. It is heavy. Once you got it you still need to install it. Some folks are good at this, I decided to have a professional do it.
In addition to Camping World, there's the U-Haul folks, and all those independent trailer parts places.
Also, ordering a hitch over the Internet is ok, just be prepared for when UPS shows up with the stuff. It is heavy. Once you got it you still need to install it. Some folks are good at this, I decided to have a professional do it.
In addition to Camping World, there's the U-Haul folks, and all those independent trailer parts places.
But I chose to let the shop install my Class V reciever hitch as well because that is what they do all day long, have a LOT more practice at it and are familiar with DOT codes and how to comply with them. Using the proper bolts, etc.
The cost was minimal compared to wondering if I got it right or not.