Pick up to Trailer space
I can not open the tail gate to my pick up. The tail gate hits the electric jack. Is there someway to move trailer back to open the space between truck and trailer. ❚ Did you read the FTS "Announ...
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mkirsch wrote:
Except, we are not talking about "double" here. Not even close. We are talking 2" (2/12, or 1/6, or 17%) to 3" (3/12, or 1/4, or 25%).
Extended shanks are available for WD hitches that give you that extra 2-3".
The point is, "Any" change in the geometry of hitch implementation results in a change. Sometimes it is noticeable, often not. Sometimes it is beneficial, sometimes not. Leverage is still leverage and something one can disregard if they are so inclined, but it is still a factor. I happen to believe a change of 25% is worth thinking about. I used "double" as it makes it easier for the non-engineers to visualize.
If people look at the charts and calculations on the website I posted, they will understand what is going on with lengthening the distance from the ball to the tow vehicle a little better.
