C.B. wrote:
Vulcaneer wrote:
Pullrite will wrap around. And once completely engaged, no pull test is needed. It is failsafe by design. It cannot become dis-engaged, unless manually released.
But here's the issue. You really need to be absolutely sure the jaw is COMPLETELY AND FULLY engaged. If it is NOT...your connection is not safe. So for that reason, a good close visual inspection is recommended. And then a pull test.
If you want to buy a hitch so you can avoid a pull test, you might consider a gooseneck. Or get a travel trailer with a ball hitch connection.
PullRite design wraps 140 degrees around the king pin-Totally Enclosing-the pin in the latch. There is only .030" tolerance between the king pin and the latch providing a safe, tight connection.
C.B.
While it is true that the PullRite is a very close tolerance hitch, if something upsets the hitch, it then can cause the jaws to NOT wrap the pin as it should. Not the fault of the hitch. But user error. And the hitch cannot tolerate anything that causes the tolerances to be impacted, and the jaws don't go all the way around. A little burr here and there, and you better pay attention. It has happened to me...but I caught the problem before it became a problem.
It is a fine hitch. But, a Pull test is recommended.
If one wants a hitch to avoid a pull test, a goose neck is the best solution.
