Help me decide on a hitch
I just bought a 2016 Cougar model 244. CW recommended a Anderson Ultimate 5th wheel hitch but I have concerns since I have a Dodge Ram short bed. I did have a slider hitch before but found it diffi...
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transamz9 wrote:RustyJC wrote:
OK, then, have you experienced any bed deformation using your RVK3500? I didn't on my 2011 Ram 3500 using the RVK3500 to tow our 19,000 lb GVWR Mobile Suites. The RVK3500 transfers more of the fore/aft rocking moment to the adapter post than did the old u-bolted original Companion.
Rusty
No but I've only had it two a little over two years and my pin weight is less than 4000 pounds and I keep my trailer brakes in great working order and adjusted. Oh and IDK of any "oh Lord" moments to where I had to stop on a dime.
Don't get me wrong Rusty, The 3500 is a very good hitch and I don't think I will ever have another brand. I mean, I have enough confidence in the 3500 that I just removed the factory turnover ball hitch out of my brand new truck and reinstalled my B&W turnover instead of buying the base to fit the factory pucks. Remember also, my towed weight is 20,000 so I max my 3500 out every time I use it.;)
B&W will sell you the base parts to convert your 3500 to a puck system RVK3600. Then you would have a real hitch that carries the weight on the frame rails where is should be! You reuse the uprights, saddle, and head. Chris
