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Trailer hitch aftermarket modification

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Topic: Trailer hitch aftermarket modification
Posted By: randomremy
Subject: Trailer hitch aftermarket modification
Date Posted: 28 Jun 2017 at 6:20pm
I have a 179 with a trailer hitch that FR says holds 150 pounds... it seems not that strong... i thought i would add an after market frame mount that would hold better weight and distribute weight on frame rather than that 1 1/2 inch welded to frame... Draw-Tite has a great solution it seems... it will be for bikes only. Can any one tell me why i should not do this? It is way stronger than anything... the frontracks SUCK from Jack-it.
Link to hitch:


http://www.draw-tite.com/mobile/products/trailer-hitches/class-iii-iv-motorhome/motorhome-hitch/WfzaCtfZMf3bLe71yVkQvFN4ASYtN%7CuG" rel="nofollow - Hitch Draw-Tite

It balances the weight also as the 179 water is up front and we dry camp.


Thanks



Replies:
Posted By: furpod
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2017 at 9:26am
I suspect the frame itself isn't strong enough. Most people who go this route, reinforce the current hitch mount. Adding a class IV hitch to the back of the pod might be a big issue if someone later actually thinks it's strong enough to load up..

Also.. ANY frame modification voids a lot of warranty points.


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