Mr. Cob wrote:
FishOnOne wrote:
Interesting and nice rig. Is there a concern with the 5ver frame being fatigued while attached to a truck with a very stiff suspension?
That's a good question. I and most others who tow with an HDT, use some sort of air cushioned hitch to dampen the bumps incurred while traveling. On my Freightliner, I used a hitch that had an air bladder which was pressurized by its own air compressor, on the Pete, I am using a different type of hitch that is cushioned by what are called air cells there is no compressed air needed. Towing with an HDT without this type of hitch can be very destructive to the trailer frame. Here is the hitch I am using on the Pete.
Click this link to be taken to a photo gallery detailing the build of this truck that is now a motor home.
https://mr-cob.smugmug.com/My-2001-Peterbilt-379-RV-Hauler/
Dave
Interesting stuff... Looks like there's enough of a market for company's to make this type of hitch.
