10 K Equalizer for Light Weight Trailer?
I am contemplating purchasing an equalizer hitch for my 2008 FunFinder 189FBS. My tow vehicle is a 2010 F-150 4X4, 6-speed, 5.4 V8 long 3:55 gear ratio, long wheelbase pickup. My trailer has a GVWR o...
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Ron Gratz wrote:Desert Captain wrote:Based on this "logic" --
It just makes no sense whatsoever to be near or at the maximum of anything. The cost differential between the two is a joke. The difference in ride and handling is also insignificant. What possible advantage is there to going with the lighter/weaker WDH?---
I guess Progress Mfg. should drop the 400, 600, 1000, and 1200# Equal-i-zer hitches and sell only the 1400/14000# model.
It's gotta be cheaper to manufacture and sell only one model versus five.
Ron
Ron, did you read my post? As far as your analogy, well that dog just won't hunt. What is the advantage of pushing things to their maximum limits? :h (Psst, this is the part where you actually answer my question). I merely pointed out that the cost and performance are a wash so why go with less and push the limits. You might want to address these issues as they are relevant to the discussion at hand.
The majority of folks out there do very well with the 10,000# WDH as it fits the needs without compromise of most folks pulling a TT between 18 and 30'. Check with Progress Mfg and ask how many of each unit they sell. Want to wager that the 1,000/10,000# model is the overwhelming sales leader? :R
