On Wed, 12 Feb 2014 10:15:13 -0700, "Bob La Londe"
wrote:

"Karl Townsend" wrote in message
.. .
I'm looking at hauling a heavy boat (7K with the standard trailer)
2000 miles twice a year...

A perfectly designed 5th wheel or gooseneck would be far more stable
than the standard bumper hitch. I've been looking and can't find one
to copy (my best design method)

Does anyone know of an engineering design service for this project?
I'm very willing to pay for a great design.

Karl

7K is significant, but not excessive for a modern 3/4 to pickup. A
stabilizer hitch will cure a lot of problems if setup properly for the
trailer. I've towed that much with a modern half ton and a stabilizer
hitch. I found a yard stick leaned against the rear bumper to help me set
my level really helped make the process easier.

As Iggy said, towing at 65 instead of 75 will cure more. In California you
have to slow down to 55 when towing. (Yuck!). That makes for some long
days to go buy equipment. I've passed on some good deals in Ca for that
reason alone. That, and I always feel like I have to watch over my shoulder
for gesta... er I mean over enthusiastic law enforcement for some infraction
I never heard of in any other state.

A very very smart man!

though to be fair..they seldom specifically target non commercial
haulers. They generally pick on the big trucks with a logo on the
door. Usually.


Gunner, California

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