How much strength does this add to an existing hitch? When I back up with any attachments, the existing hitch bends easily.
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This thing is built Hell for stout!! It will handle anything the mower is capable of moving...
1322266
I have pulled my travel trailer around my property with this hitch. I bought it so I could hook up my 5x8 utility trailer, as I could not add a ball to my Husqvarna, and of course this hitch gives me the height needed to tow anything that uses a ball hitch. This does not interfere with the regular hitch hole that came on my mower.
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It really won't add any strength to the tractor hitch since almost all the weight will be transferred to your existing hitch. the horizontal braces shown in the picture really just keep the hitch from moving side to side.
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If you are referring to the thin bent metal tab that comes on most tractors, a world of difference! I use it to pull my 1,000 lb 5x10 trailer from the front driveway to the back yard for storage into a tight spot. I can stand my 250 lb butt on it without any flex.
667446
That's what I did; works great....haven't had ANY problems with this hitch!! Just honor the 500 lb tongue limit and you're good.
1145411
There is a little bit of play between the two. It rattles around a bit when not loaded but no different from other hitches I have used over the years. It is a solid hitch so far.
1840459
Hi there, I actually bought this piece but hired a welder to modified it, because I need it for connecting a metal basket to get more space on my Sentra. I think the maximum weight allow is like 500 pounds, 120 pounds should be ok in weight for the hitch because is pretty strong constructed.
2062916
Not sure what you have in mind. You normally put accessory units above the receiver and it does not interefere with towing. Below the hitch would make it impossible to tow simultaneously. Hope this helps.
183056
No it will not, I have a factory installed hitch on mine, no problems, not sure about aftermarket hitches though, but I think it will be OK.
2148999
I had it on a class II hitch on a Buick Lesabre and didn't even know I had it back there. There is a little wobble, but nothing to be concerned about.
1038060
Sorry, I am not the seller or maker of these hitches. I am only a customer. You'll have to ask the company or a vendor. Good luck.
1195397
I have a 2" hitch and it works great. I really like this rack. It is better than I was expecting, a lot better.
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No problem at all as the hardware is attached to the frame rails and hangs below the frame rails. My trailer weighs about 6,000 loaded and I compress the bushing to 2.6 inches and that is perfect for my set-up. Once you get yours dialed in you will love it. Very easy to hook up, no sway control to disconnect when backing in and it is silent as well. I bought a ratchet wrench to adjust the nuts and it works very well. Enjoy!!
992807
Go directly to the Curt Manufacturing site for the specifications. I use it with a load leveling hitch on a 10,500lb trailer with a 14,000 lb hitch. It works very will to get everything lined up and level to not put an uneven load on the axles.
1123499
Every set up will be different, no doubt about it. That said, we pulled a 4000 Lb. Trailer 3000 miles with a 3/4 ton suburban and after returning to Mich. I added a second friction hitch which did improve the handling. At the cost involved, two is better than one in my opinion. Hope this helps you!
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No way! The weight is no problem. Properly installed it will hold your bike just fine. The rack is very heavy and well made. It does however depend on the additional supports being welded to the frame on either side . The setup is very critical. The side supports must be welded in the same plane as the main hitch. If not it will bind and not slide in and out. I took mine to a welding and machine shop that I trust. It took a whole day to get it exactly right. Cost was about $500 but with the additional supports it was rock solid. John S.
501693
I do not have the hitch as this location at this time, but this was a problem with me and what i did was put put the hitch onto the ATV 'upside down' which lowered it effectively.BHM
647678
The hitch itself will hold no problem. Just make sure it's mounted to something substantial.
1020061
Good afternoon,We are not able to tell if this will fit with another brand of hitches. There is a possibility it will but we can't be sure as we do not have any cross reference information. Sorry!
626168
I am not sure. it is very heavy and strong however. My husband says strong enough to use for a trailer hitch.