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Re: New Andersen WD hitch
I say kudos to NOT starting a new thread on a subject that was discussed ad-nauseum four years ago! Based on the discussions from earlier in the thread, many users didn't have great results once the tongue weight got north of the 600-700lb range. The leverage it applies to the hitch to redistribute the tongue weight appeared to be a bit limited, which isn't a surprise based on the geometry of the hitch springs. As with all things in life, you're mileage may vary.1.1KViews0likes0CommentsRe: Anyone Tried the Ford PTBA?
mkirsch wrote: I would challenge it to back up this little 4x8 enclosed trailer that I have. The problem is being able to SEE the trailer to back it up. With the trailer straight behind you, it cannot be seen in the side view mirrors no matter where you adjust them. If you can see it in a sideview mirror, it is too late; you're jackknifed. Ford is working on a solution to that problem too. One solution has been out there for a while in the form of a back-up camera on the tailgate. I know several people who have/use them and they're helpful for smaller trailers. I had a similar problem with my F150 and a single-place jet ski trailer. With the jet ski on it, I could see the handlebars over the tailgate, but with no ski on the trailer it's impossible to see. It took a $6 bicycle flag and a stainless steel bolt and wing-nut to solve the problem. The flag was trashed after about two years, but the fiberglass pole still served as a good guide when backing the empty trailer down the ramp.569Views0likes0CommentsRe: Weathertech floormats
I had a similar experience with Weathertech... Ordered a set of mats for my wife's car this summer. Somehow, despite several 'verify your order' pages, I ordered the wrong color. I called customer service, explained what happened, and figured I'd be on the hook for shipping the new ones in the right color. Much to my surprise, they issued the RMA and said that as soon as they receive them, they'll send the right color free of charge. They did exactly that! My error cost me $11 to ship them back and nothing more. Couldn't be happier!!608Views0likes0CommentsRe: Anyone Tried the Ford PTBA?
I have a coworker who has extensive experience pulling trailers with his truck, and is more than capable of doing it himself. He was part of a group of employees who got to try out the feature as part of its development. He wants it. He said that even though he's more than capable, the system actually works really well for what it does.465Views0likes0CommentsRe: Am I reading this right? (Receiver capacity)
bikendan wrote: That rating is rated for the hitch receiver ONLY, not necessarily for your truck. But yes, if you use a WDH with it, the receiver can handleup to1500lbs. You need to check the truck's spec as far as how much hitch weight it can handle. This. That is the receiver's rating and in no way affects the vehicle manufacturer's ratings for GAWR/GVWR.436Views0likes0CommentsRe: How do you deal with jerks while towing?
How do I deal with the jerks? I don't. I learned a long time ago that no matter how bad a driver the other jack-wangs are, getting upset about it won't make them better drivers. I do my thing. When they cut me off, I back off. They obviously needed to get there faster then me. Have at it. When they are hanging out along-side me for too long, I give the tail a little waggle. They usually get the hint. Make sure your insurance is paid on time, and don't worry about it. It's not worth the stress! And honestly, I've driven through any number of metro areas, both with and without a trailer. This phenomenon is not unique to Chicago.484Views0likes0CommentsRe: Gas Below $2
I read a good article a few years ago about that exact phenomenon. They trended the price of crude with the price of regular unleaded. As the price of crude went up, so did the price of gas. However, when the price of crude droipped, it took, on average, three months for the gas prices to correct back to the 'normal' levels that paralleled the crude prices before the increase.371Views0likes0CommentsRe: tuner for sub or not
The biggest advantage a tuner will provide is better shifting. In my opinion, that alone is worth the investment. I've had one on my 2000 f150 almost since it was new, and it makes a world of difference. Power wise, I'm never going to feel the extra 15hp they claim it makes, but it never hesitated to downshift, and firms up those shifts noticeably.436Views0likes0CommentsRe: Gas Below $2
Got gas today here in southeast Michigan for $3.69/gallon (for premium... Regular was 2.89 on the same pump). Gas shot up more than a dollar a gallon in many places here last week after there was news about a regional refinery that had to shut down for repairs. It has been trickling back down since everyone realized the stations were full of it and the supply would not be significantly affected, but it's still not toeing the 2 dollar mark yet...229Views0likes0Comments
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