Forum Discussion
MitchF150
Aug 14, 2012Explorer III
Mike Up wrote:
Thanks but there is a need for WD because the receiver hitch is only rated for 500 lbs when using a weight bearing hitch and this will cause 50% of my rear axle weight to increase by pulling more weight off of the front. Not a big deal if you are not loaded up but if you are, you could exceed your axle ratings and damage your leaf springs. I've seen people do these things so when you're using a WDH, it's for a reason.
I agree.. If you are going down the road at 60 mph and hitting bumps and dealing with the general public..
Backing the thing up going 1 mph is not really the same deal, but if that's what you believe, that's what you believe.
I disagree with your 'weight' theory on the axle, but that's not the point here.. You gotta do what you gotta do.. :)
I wish you the best of luck with your situation.
Mitch
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