Hitch pin location
I have a few questions based on the following setup. I have a '04 Dodge 3500 Quad Cab DRW truck. I have it setup to haul my TC, and my '87 Alpenlite 19. The Alpenlite weight is 5000 lbs, with pin weig...
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the bear II wrote:I agree with this on a heavy pin weight, which is true of most 5th wheel trailers. However, I think (but don't know) there comes a point the pin weight light enough it becomes less important to not important at all. That is why I started this thread.
I was told the reason for moving forward of the axle is to distribute weight towards the front of the truck and off of the rear. It's an attempt to equalize the weight like what is done with a WDH on a bumper pull trailer.
I'm sure this would be for 5th wheel trailers with heavy pin weights.
Wayne
