Hitch Solution for RV with Sealed Lower Panel Covering Rear Frame
Question:
Hello, Id like to tow a trailer for ATVs or a boat trailer. But Im unsure which hitch and where to bolt on the accessory hitch on the back of my 5th Wheel camper. The trailer bumper is attached/welded to the bottom of the i-beam with 2x4 tubes that are 8inch long. The i-beam is ~2 1/2inch wide. Also, is a friction sway control bar available / recommended for 5th Wheel accessory / boat trailer towing. Thank you
asked by: Nathan H
Expert Reply:
Since your trailer's frame is not easily accessible due to paneling on the bottom of the RV you'd want to go with a bumper hitch like the part # E-100 and move the spare wheel off-center on the bumper so the hitch hitch fit.
A friction sway control unit like part # 83660 would be a great option to reduce sway as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
Reese Friction Sway Control Kit - Economy - by Draw-Tite, Reese and Hidden Hitch
- Accessories and Parts
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Sway Control Parts
- Reese
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Curt RV Bumper 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver
- RV and Camper Hitch
- Bumper Mount Hitch
- 4 x 4 Inch Bumper
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Bolt-On
- CURT
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Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver for RVs, 22" to 66" Wide
- RV and Camper Hitch
- Frame Mount Hitch
- 22 - 66 Inch Wide Frame
- 500 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Bolt-On
- CURT
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