Best Pin Box?
Since we had such a great discussion about hitches, what's the consensus on the best pin box?
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I have had two on the same model 5er, both Alpenlite 34RLR.
The first one had the Trailair pinbox. We lost that trailer after 2 years use that included a trip to Alaska to a Wyoming blowover. The second 34RLR came with a 5th Airbourne pinbox. Still have that trailer.
Without question the Trailair pinbox was better riding. The reason is simple. The Trailair allows much more travel than the 5th Airbourne. The Trailair hinges forward. The 5th airbourne hinges back (not much travel at all).
The only negative about the Trailair is that the airbag is exposed to the elements. Sun & dry rot is a real concern. Sun cannot get at the 5th Airbourne at all.
The first one had the Trailair pinbox. We lost that trailer after 2 years use that included a trip to Alaska to a Wyoming blowover. The second 34RLR came with a 5th Airbourne pinbox. Still have that trailer.
Without question the Trailair pinbox was better riding. The reason is simple. The Trailair allows much more travel than the 5th Airbourne. The Trailair hinges forward. The 5th airbourne hinges back (not much travel at all).
The only negative about the Trailair is that the airbag is exposed to the elements. Sun & dry rot is a real concern. Sun cannot get at the 5th Airbourne at all.
