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What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch? The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to… view full answer...
What is the Difference Between a 4-Way and 7-Way Trailer Connector A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer… view full answer...
Do I Have to Have a Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch in a Short Bed Truck You do not have to use a sliding 5th wheel hitch in a short bed truck. In many cases, truck beds shorter than 8 ft do not have enough clearance between the trailer and truck to execute sharp turns. This is why sliding hitches were invented. Due to… view full answer...
Malone Microsport LowBed with Single Kayak Bunk and Spare Carrier We can piece together a Malone Lowbed trailer by first starting with the part #MPG464-LB and then a single bunk kit part #MPG561 and then the spare kit part #MPG465 and you'd be set. There isn't a kit with just the parts you are looking for… view full answer...
Lighting and Wiring Options for Flat-Towing a Jeep Wrangler Behind a Motor Home What you need is a light kit specifically for flat-towing. The Plug-N-Tow TM Vehicle Wiring Harness, #42615, would be if the Jeep were towing a trailer and not for activating its lights while it is being towed. There are a few options for lighting… view full answer...
How to Determine Correct Ball Mount Rise or Drop for Towing a Trailer with a 17 Inch Coupler Height Normally trailer coupler height is around 17 inches, from the ground to the bottom of the coupler, and most hitch manufacturers design their hitches to work with a ball mount that will end up very close to this measurement. I am including a link to… view full answer...
Curt vs. Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Comparison for a 2016 Subaru Outback Wagon The Class II Curt Hitch #C12136 and Class II Draw-Tite Hitch #36493 for your 2016 Subaru Outback Wagon are very similar, but every Class I and Class II and some Class III Curt Hitches require stabilizing straps to be used when towing non trailer… view full answer...
Best Parts to Flat Tow 2020 GMC Canyon Denali I can definitely make a list of all the best parts so you can flat tow your 2020 GMC Canyon Denali behind your motorhome. The parts you need are: - Base Plate Kit: Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms #RM-523182-5 - Tow Bar:… view full answer...
Recommended Fifth Wheel Hitch for my 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 6 3/4 Bed With Puck System You can go with a Demco Hijacker UMS Double Pivot 5th Wheel Hitch part #DM37VR and a sidewinder like the Reese Sidewinder 5th Wheel King Pin with Rotating Turret part #RP34FR depending on what your pin box is and it will work out well. The Sidewinder… view full answer...
What is the Difference between Curt Weight Distribution Systems #17301 and #C17341 The difference between Curt Trunnion Style Weight Distribution System with Shank, 1,000 lbs. TW, 10,000 lbs. GTW Item #17301 and #C17341 is the style of the trunnion bars. Kit #C17341 has bars that pin into the trunnion couplings whereas with #17301… view full answer...
Choosing Between the Brake Buddy Select 3 and the Blue Ox Patriot II Supplemental Braking System When it comes to choosing between the Blue Ox Patriot II #BRK2016 and the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524, these systems are extremely similar in their setup and functionality. Both of these systems provide proportional braking in a compact and easy to… view full answer...
Differences Between the Curt A25 and Curt Q25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for a 2017 Ram 3500 The Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part #C16046 and the Curt Q25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part #C16049 are both a confirmed fit for your 2017 Ram 3500. The Curt A25 hitch is the newer version of the Curt Q25 hitch which features a stronger head unit… view full answer...