Hensley Arrow: How does it REALLY work?
There have been several discussions on this hitch that have become somewhat 'controversial'. I am NOT trying to stir this controversy/bashing back up. Instead, I'd like to see a good, intelligent di...
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willald wrote:
...Hmmm....Is it possible/fair to say, that the 'virtual pivot point' from the trailer's perspective might actually be an infinite distance forward from the ball, since the trailer cannot induce any swaying/lateral movement on the tow vehicle?...
No, the VPP could not be infinitely forward from the ball or you'd run into a situation where lateral forces could get leverage on the front of the TV. The only place where you have NO twisting leverage on the TV due to lateral forces is exactly halfway between the rear axle and the front axle. However, anywhere between or close to the axles (probably within 12" on a typical wheelbase TV) will probably make leverage due to lateral forces almost nil.
Tim
