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- Very interesting! Sounds like a really nice system, and would be ideal for those folks that want to tow a 5er behind a Suburban or van, for the larger family!
- Dave,
I'm very happy to hear that you had the chance to see this device in action and I was in complete agreement with the review. I hope Mr. Jamieson gets the business he deserves.
Drew - There is an RV oriented site within Facebook I "Liked" and noted a week or so ago a review of this very same product.
In fact, the Facebook page showed the lifted dually as shown in the photos of your review of the product.
First, very well done on your review.
Second though is a comment on all the negative comments I saw on the Facebook site. It seems many commented on Facebook, all in a negative view of the product and how the dually owner had absolutely ruined his vehicle for towing by adding the lift kit and so on.
To me, it just seemed many commented negatively simply because they were so rigid in their thinking that they could not accept a product such as this. Too bad for folks like that who lack the imagination needed to recognize something good when it comes along.
I visited the product website and found their videos very interesting and well put together.
The only question I have is tire size on the product. What size are they????? I know it is a Dana 70 series axle, but tire specifications for the product are lacking at the web site and also in your review.
Thanks! The Mad Norsky wrote:
The only question I have is tire size on the product. What size are they????? I know it is a Dana 70 series axle, but tire specifications for the product are lacking at the web site and also in your review.
Thanks!
I emailed Joe and this was his reply:
Standard tires are LT235/85R16E BFG COMMERCIAL 10 PLY
Customer can upgrade to the LT235/85R16G GOODYEAR 14 PLY
I'll add this info to the article.- Thanks!
- Very informative and well written review. Sure opens up the possibilities to those wanting to haul more than the truck is able and overall cheaper than buying a new tow vehicle. Thanks for the report.
- Interesting concept and all, but what kind of stress is placed on the TV frame, since I guess this gadget is attached to it in some form or fashion? The "hitch" is pretty much like the dolly placed under second trailer of a "double bottom" semi, and secured to the lead trailer by a pintle hitch. This hitch would seem to put the stresses of the full mass of the trailer on the TV's frame. No criticism, I'm just trying grasp the concept and perceived advantage beside an empty truck bed.
thomasmnile wrote:
Interesting concept and all, but what kind of stress is placed on the TV frame, since I guess this gadget is attached to it in some form or fashion? The "hitch" is pretty much like the dolly placed under second trailer of a "double bottom" semi, and secured to the lead trailer by a pintle hitch. This hitch would seem to put the stresses of the full mass of the trailer on the TV's frame. No criticism, I'm just trying grasp the concept and perceived advantage beside an empty truck bed.
The ASHS includes a modified Class 5 receiver assembly certified for 30K pounds. When the ASHS is attached, it literally becomes an extension to the vehicle's frame. No additional stress. The tow vehicle's frame just became longer, therefore, towing stability has greatly increased.
P.S. If I recall correctly, the story is that the certifying company called Joe after they reached 45K pounds and wanted to know how high he wanted it certified.Puttin wrote:
Dave,
I'm very happy to hear that you had the chance to see this device in action and I was in complete agreement with the review. I hope Mr. Jamieson gets the business he deserves.
Drew
Thinks for the tip on the ASHS. It's the top priority on my major purchase list. It will certainly improve my towing safety. And you know how a feel about towing safety.DW-gray wrote:
The ASHS includes a modified Class 5 receiver assembly certified for 30K pounds. When the ASHS is attached, it literally becomes an extension to the vehicle's frame. No additional stress. The tow vehicle's frame just became longer, therefore, towing stability has greatly increased.
P.S. If I recall correctly, the story is that the certifying company called Joe after they reached 45K pounds and wanted to know how high he wanted it certified.
Thank you. Your explanation answered my question. Am I correct that the key to this working successfully is the fact the hitch's axle is steerable?
