Recommendations for a WDH?

Recommendations for a WDH?

09-29-2006, 05:20 PM

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steved

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Recommendations for a WDH?

Well, looks like I'll need a weigh-distributing hitch for next year's trip...any recommendations? I'll be using the factory 3rd gen receiver.

I noticed there are two versions: one with round bars and one with square bars...what's the difference? Is one more desireable than the other?

Also, I'll be towing a 18 foot equipment trailer with a 6" channel tongue ("V" shapped) if that makes a difference...

I already have airbags...the trip will include carrying a slide-in camper (around 1500#s) and the trailer (2400#s) with a fullsize dodge 1500 4x4 on that (he figures around 6k for the truck, it's modified)...

I figure I'd load the camper and level the truck with the bags, then add the trailer and level it with the WDH...sound correct?

So what does everyone recommend for a hitch? Best places to buy them??

steved

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