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Re: [A/S] Front-mounted hitches
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- Subject: Re: [A/S] Front-mounted hitches
- From: Dick Kenan <as5368@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Mon, 06 Jun 2005 16:54:02 -0400
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HI, Dean:
Thanks for your comments. But, note:
>You do not need to use the same hitch or ball mount head as you do for
>normal towing. Just buy a simple offset hitch and mount a ball on it.
I have a Hensley hitch - the ball is buried in the hitch head. I'd guess I
mey have to get a different-offset stinger from Hensley.
> > 3) How do I connect so as to be able to use the trailer brakes when
> > spotting the trailer?
>
>Unless you are backing up your trailer over 30 mph you will not need
>breaks or lights.
Well, I certainly won't be going 30 mph, but my driveway is almost a 12%
grade. Will the 'burg backing brakes handle this safely?
- Dick
(5368)