In need for a new DD truck to tow small TT
I need a second vehicle for daily driving, and I wish to get a 4 door pickup truck that can also tow our small travel trailer (3500lb when it's loaded). Is it possible to find such a truck that can...
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avoidcrowds wrote:
Sorry, lowsuv, I have to call "BS" on your comment: "Equalizing hitches are a crutch...".
If they were a crutch, there would not be so many manufacturers and styles to choose from. They are an important piece of equipment intended to make towing safer. Would you make the same "crutch" assertion for power steering and power brakes?
WDH do what their name says - they distribute weight more evenly, which improves safety. Putting 500 lbs on the tongue removes lots of weight from the front (steering and braking) wheels. That you are too lazy to deal with the weight of the hitch, or the installation process, is not a reason to encourage others to be unsafe. It takes time to check tire pressure, too. Do you ignore that?
My point is, WDHs make for a safer trip for many reasons. Any time you drop the rear bumper more than 2" (an arbitrary number), you could benefit from a WDH. Safety is worth the minimal extra effort.
OP here,
My TT is small (under 20f), my tongue weight is only 340lb
I already have a WDH (Andersen No Sway) - I use it on every trip
I did notice that on trucks like my dad (F350) the WDH is not needed, and I was wondering if I can find a different cheaper truck that has the same towing characteristic.
That's all.
