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2017 Ford, 2018 Ford, 2019 Ford, ball Mount, bertram, Boats, boston whaler, Chevy, class 4 trailer hitch, class 5 trailer hitch, drop hitch, Dual Ball, Duramax, Duramaz, F150 towing Capacity, F250 Towing Capacity, Ford F350 receiver hitch size, hitch, hitch accessories, hitch receiver sizes, How to Choose the right hitch, mastercraft, Ram, RAM Towing Capacity, sea ray, tow vehicle, towing, Towing Capacity, tracker, Trailer Towing Capacity, Trailer Weight vs Towing Capacity, Upgrading your boat, yamaha, yellow fin - April 05, 2022

Thinking of Upgrading your boat? Make sure your tow vehicle and hitch can handle the weight of your new boat!

Are you thinking of upgrading your boat? Whether you’re in the market for a Boston Whaler, a Searay, a pontoon, a thunder boat or anything in between you need to make sure you have the right towing vehicle and the right hitch for all your summer time toys! The first thing you want to check on is if you have a class 4 or a class 5 receiver because this determines your hitch class. Every truck and every vehicle is different with what weight capacity they have for towing. You will want to investigate what your truck's specifications are in...

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2 1/2 inch receiver, 2 inch receiver, 3 inch receiver, Anti-Friction Grease, BulletProof Locking Pin, Choosing the right drop hitch, choosing the right hitch, class 4 towing weight, class 4 trailer hitch, class 5 trailer hitch, Dual Ball, hitch ball size, hitch locking pin, hitch receiver sizes, locking pin, R-Clip, standard pin, Towing Hitch - March 15, 2022

What do I need for towing a trailer?

Thinking about towing but not sure where to start? You’ve come to the right place! The first thing you want to look into is what your specific vehicle has in regards to towing, what the weight capacity is for your vehicle, is one of the most important. Next thing is, does your vehicle have a trailer hitch receiver already or do you need to get one installed. For your receiver tube it is likely that you will have a 2”,2.5” or 3” receiver. This determines which size hitch you will need in order to have a proper fit, with no...

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How to Choose the Right Hitch for Your Vehicle

You’ve got the truck, you’ve got the trailer, all that's missing is the right size hitch! When it comes to choosing the right hitch for your truck and towing needs there are a few things you must consider. Although many will own multiple hitches in order to account for their different trailers, BulletProof offers an adjustable drop hitch that allows you to have one hitch for all of your trailers based on a few measurements. Choosing the right size towing hitch is essential for towing safely as well as for towing level. What to measure: The first thing you must...

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BulletProof Hitches Frame-Mounted Stabilizer Bars

For those who tow heavily on a regular basis using a BulletProof Hitch with 8" or more of drop, BulletProof Hitches offers the frame-mounted stabilizer bar kit. This kit provides a complete towing system for those with lifted trucks. Available for all BulletProof drop hitches with 8" of drop or more, the stabilizer bar system will help keep you and your trailer safe. The main purpose of the hitch stabilizer bar system is to reduce the amount of leverage on the hitch receiver. The hitch receiver is the piece that is mounted on the underside of the vehicle and attached...

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Determining the Right BulletProof Hitches Drop Hitch and Misconceptions

Determining the right BulletProof Hitch for your vehicle is a very simple process, however it is important to filter out misinformation that tends to be passed around as absolute truth. Some common misconceptions of drop hitches: -All drops are equal, for example an 8" drop hitch from one company is the same as an 8" drop hitch from another company. While this may be true sometimes, there is no industry standard for how the "drop" of a hitch is measured. This means that different companies can measure their drop from different places on the hitch and the ball. Always consult...

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