Andersen Aluminum Ultimate Hitch Redesigned
I follow Andersen hitches on Facebook and they have announced a redesign of their Aluminum Ultimate Fifth Wheel Hitch...here are some screen shots of the Facebook post. Thanks! Jere...
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Seems to me that you can run all the tests in the lab, but what counts is what happens in the real world. And what happened in this case was not good.
I've yet to hear of problems with a B&W hitch deforming or having problems with operations while towing.
Yes, Anderson has yet to recall any hitches, which would be an admission that there is a problem with the old hitches. To do that could cause severe monetary and liability issues to the company. My understanding is that they are replacing hitches when requested, which is only one step from admitting an issue. IMO they should bite the bullet and replace all the light weight hitches since there are obviously some strength issues with it. Or maybe derate it to a 10,000 lb. or less hitch.
Personally, after seeing that hitch, I would think twice before towing my 15,000 lb. toyhauler with it.
I've yet to hear of problems with a B&W hitch deforming or having problems with operations while towing.
Yes, Anderson has yet to recall any hitches, which would be an admission that there is a problem with the old hitches. To do that could cause severe monetary and liability issues to the company. My understanding is that they are replacing hitches when requested, which is only one step from admitting an issue. IMO they should bite the bullet and replace all the light weight hitches since there are obviously some strength issues with it. Or maybe derate it to a 10,000 lb. or less hitch.
Personally, after seeing that hitch, I would think twice before towing my 15,000 lb. toyhauler with it.
