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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What an outstanding topic. I have been out of touch for two months. It is a bit much to absorb the entire thread in on sitting.
In a quick scan, I did not see a discussion that addresses a question of mine.
There have been comments in the forum regarding the weld failures of the GM receiver. I orginally assumed that the likelihood of failure would be based on tongue weight or reaction to severe bouncing of the TT. Now I wonder if a HA creates a larger moment on the weldment compared to a conventional ball hitch. The latter would have a moment arm of about 12".
Deviating from the thread, I offer:
This forum has successfully tackled the complex subjects of weight distribution hitches and now the HA system. What is next? Whatever it is, I look forward to it.
Last comment: I'm surprised that Mr. Hensley hasn't contributed to this threat.
Last question: I have not read the various Hensley patents, but is there any evidence that the newer patents have led to design changes?
In a quick scan, I did not see a discussion that addresses a question of mine.
There have been comments in the forum regarding the weld failures of the GM receiver. I orginally assumed that the likelihood of failure would be based on tongue weight or reaction to severe bouncing of the TT. Now I wonder if a HA creates a larger moment on the weldment compared to a conventional ball hitch. The latter would have a moment arm of about 12".
Deviating from the thread, I offer:
This forum has successfully tackled the complex subjects of weight distribution hitches and now the HA system. What is next? Whatever it is, I look forward to it.
Last comment: I'm surprised that Mr. Hensley hasn't contributed to this threat.
Last question: I have not read the various Hensley patents, but is there any evidence that the newer patents have led to design changes?
