FishOnOne wrote:
The OP test sounds very conclusive to me and your theory above is not backed by any tests with the OP configuration.
BTW... You do realize that todays 1 ton truck ratings have drastically increased from 1996 as well so it's just not half tons.
By the same notion, the OP is suggesting that the problem could be solved by using any traditional-style hitch. Regardless, the ACTUAL problem is "not enough truck". The problem the OP was experiencing is a symptom of a larger issue. He has temporarily sedated that issue, but a new symptom will eventually occur. It can sliced and diced and diagnosed or justified in any manner...but the fact remains: NOT ENOUGH TRUCK.
And yes, I know that trucks have all increased in tow/haul capacities. But there is a difference. My 1 ton RAM is a far more robust vehicle than previous generations of that truck as well as my 1996 F350. Everything from the transmission to the frame and the body, steering, etc. The heavy duty trucks are just simply bigger, heavier, and more capable. The 1/2 tons are trending in an opposite direction. Smaller footprint/wheelbase, lighter frames and bodies, smaller engines that are tuned higher and run hotter. It is not an apples for apples comparison.
