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Don't NEED LOAD EQUALIZING HITCH FOR TRAILER

Bruce R Leech - 1-12-2007 at 02:07 PM

I need a equalizing hitch for trailer. if any one has one they don't need please let me know.

I got one thanks everyone:tumble:

vandenberg had just what I needed and sold it to me at a good price. what a nice man he is, it was good to visit with him and wife on Monday. they certainly have one of the most beautiful houses I have seen In Baja and the best location.



[Edited on 1-18-2007 by Bruce R Leech]

Bajalover - 1-12-2007 at 03:32 PM

Hi Bruce,
I don't have a hitch personnally. What is the weight of the trailer and do you need a specific type of equalizing hitch. IE: my Airstream takes a 10,000 lbs hitch.
If you're not successful in finding one, I plan on visiting Baja in February and I could always pick one up and bring it. My new hitch put me out usd379. Yup, pricey!
I'll see if any of my friends at Airstream have any old ones.
Pls let me know what you think.

Hook - 1-12-2007 at 06:12 PM

Need some clarification. So, the trailer you have already has all the equalizing hardware with it (the bars, the fulcrum swivels)? You are looking for the ball hitch/mount combo that accommodates the other ends of the bars?

Equalizer hitch photo

Summanus - 1-12-2007 at 06:25 PM

Bruce, do you need the whole hitch? Or part of it?

Also would be helpful to anyone if you included this info on the trailer:

Trailer type
Gross trailer weight
Tongue weight
Coupler socket size (What diameter ball do you need?)
do you need chains?



This is a photo of an Equalizer hitch..the original brand.

[Edited on 1-13-2007 by Summanus]

BajaBruno - 1-12-2007 at 10:31 PM

My comments aren't directed at you, Bruce, but just general information for anyone who may be using these things. A number of years ago I tried to convince an undersized tow rig to pull and oversized trailer by means of an equalizing hitch. Now, those things are quite valuable in the right hands, but those hands didn't belong to me.

I cranked those cute little levers just as hard as I could, and over the next few thousand miles I broke, as best I can remember, about four spindles on the rear axle, all in the most inopportune places between Vera Cruz and Chetumal. Just imagine driving those typical Mexican roads and just before you cross one of those typical oh-so-narrow bridges having your right rear trailer tire pass you as it spins out of control into the swamp down that nasty embankment. A few experiences like that are hard on a conjugal relationship.

It wasn't until a couple years later, as I was imagining the mechanics of the whole affair after a couple of c-cktails, that I realized it was the leverage I applied to that rear axle with those cute little levers that caused me so much grief.

Of course, the root cause was trying to tow with an undersized vehicle. Just a cautionary tale for the young initiates out there!

Dave - 1-12-2007 at 11:13 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by Summanus
Also would be helpful to anyone if you included this info on the trailer:

Trailer type
Gross trailer weight
Tongue weight
Coupler socket size (What diameter ball do you need?)
do you need chains?


And:

Tell us more about the tow vehicle rating, what class hitch and also whether the trailer has brakes.

We'll tell you what you can and/or shouldn't get away with. ;)

vandenberg - 1-13-2007 at 10:36 AM

Bruce,

I have one,complete with hitch,bars and the frame parts that attache to the bars with chains. Had it for a big boat trailer and was only used a couple of times. Expensive outfit though, and depending on how often you're going to use it, maybe too much for your use. However, you can always sell it afterwards, of course, if you only need it for a couple of trips and most likely get your money back. Let me know if you're interested .

Bruce R Leech - 1-13-2007 at 10:43 AM

I am towing with a F150 ford lots of power but little carrying cap. and the trailer is about 4000 lbs gvw the hitch ball is 1 and 5/16 inch with a class 3 receiver no brakes on trailer tong Waite is probably around 750 lbs. I need everything except the receiver.

[Edited on 1-13-2007 by Bruce R Leech]

Bajalover - 1-13-2007 at 10:55 AM

Bruce, do you really need an equalizing hitch to pull 4K. I've got an F250 4x4 diesel pulling an airstream gvw 8700lbs. When you hook up the trailer does it sag between the truck/trailer. If not then maybe you don't need this device. I'm just shooting in the dark because I thought the f250 has a strong spring set up.

Bruce R Leech - 1-13-2007 at 02:12 PM

yes it sags allot the lights point up in the air and I cant see anything and the oncoming traffic gets blinded. the trailer is usually pretty heavy on the tongue. I usually have some Waite in the bed of the truck also.

I ether need this hitch or more springs and I don't want to change the ride when empty because it is SO nice. I have used these equalizing hitches before with small trailers and I know how to handle them.

Bajalover - 1-13-2007 at 02:51 PM

Bruce, have you checked on line what type of equalizing unit suits your needs best? I'll ask some of my Airstream buddies if they have one that may be used but in good shape. Shall advise soonest.

Bruce R Leech - 1-13-2007 at 02:59 PM

yes it looks like one for about 750 to 1000 lbs tong wait.

I am towing with a F150 ford lots of power but little carrying cap. and the trailer is about 4000 lbs gvw the hitch ball is 1 and 5/16 inch with a class 3 receiver no brakes on trailer tong Waite is probably around 750 lbs. I useuly have some gear in the truck bed also. I need everything except the receiver.

Bruce R Leech - 1-13-2007 at 07:02 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by vandenberg
Bruce,

I have one,complete with hitch,bars and the frame parts that attache to the bars with chains. Had it for a big boat trailer and was only used a couple of times. Expensive outfit though, and depending on how often you're going to use it, maybe too much for your use. However, you can always sell it afterwards, of course, if you only need it for a couple of trips and most likely get your money back. Let me know if you're interested .





do you know what size it is? and how much you would need to have for it?

I will be around Loreto on Monday

[Edited on 1-14-2007 by Bruce R Leech]

Hook - 1-13-2007 at 08:12 PM

A 4k trailer with NO brakes is actually illegal in many areas. I assume you say it has no brakes because they dont work?

Bob and Susan - 1-13-2007 at 08:57 PM

In California...

brakes are required on any trailer having a gross weight of 1500 lbs. or more.

Bajalover - 1-14-2007 at 11:23 AM

Bob and Susan, Wow, checked your website and impressive progress. Nice sign.

Bruce R Leech - 1-14-2007 at 11:54 AM

I think vandenberg has got my problem taken care of. I will be visiting him tomorrow and will let you know how I come out.
:lol:

Bajalover - 1-14-2007 at 06:33 PM

Good news! Hope you'll be mobile and equalized.:bounce:

capt. mike - 1-15-2007 at 10:26 AM

i have a complete set up from my one time drag down of a 9000 lb trailer and with my ford 250 diesel.
the clamps an sway bars are on the trailer chassis, the hitch thingie with the ball and ends for the sway bars are in phx, the parts that slide to the hitch reveiver, the tongue i guess. it is in phx i could fly it down it is heavy, no need for any of it anymore.
so i'd sell it all, cost me about $700 when i rigged the trailer to bring down.
make an offer - anyone, and if i got paid i'd commit to flying down the parts to match whats on the trailer and its all yours.

Bruce R Leech - 1-18-2007 at 10:56 AM

vandenberg had just what I needed and sold it to me at a good price. what a nice man he is, it was good to visit with him and wife on Monday. they certainly have one of the most beautiful houses I have seen In Baja and the best location.

BajaWarrior - 1-18-2007 at 11:59 PM

I have a set of bars with chain if anyone can use them. The guy who bought my last travel trailer insisted he didn't need them, just the hitch and sway bar. They've been hanging on a nail in my garage for 10 years now, and they should go to a good home for free if anyone can use them. I don't need them with my current Toy House as I am pulling it with a SuperDuty with no problems.

Let me know, I am in the San Diego and San Felipe area.

Bruce R Leech - 1-19-2007 at 07:25 AM

BajaWarrior bring them down and I will put them to use. there should be a Waite rating stamped on them. let me know what it is.

BajaWarrior - 1-19-2007 at 10:48 PM

I will check it out tomorrow Bruce and get back to you.

BajaWarrior - 1-22-2007 at 05:44 PM

Here are the only numbers that are visible on the bars. 75037 Not sure what they mean.... No manufacturer name listed either.

The bars are 31" long and have 15" of chain.

The 'J' part is 6" tall.

The solid pipe material is 1 1/2" thick.

The round pipe portion flattens out at the chain end.

Let me know, although, delivery is not possible at this time, sorry...

If anyone else is heading down maybe they could deliver for you, I live in the Mission Bay area of San Diego.

Heading back south Thursday A.M. for 4 days, will be offline then.

Bruce R Leech - 1-22-2007 at 07:16 PM

the 75037 means that they are for 750 lbs tong Waite and that is good, it is what I need. but the round bars will not fit my setup:no:

thanks BajaWarrior

BajaWarrior - 1-23-2007 at 08:12 AM

Not a problem, good luck in your search. If anyone else needs them they're here for free.