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BulletProof Hitches, hitches, Pintle Hitch, towing, trailer - January 06, 2020

Pintle Hitch VS. Ball Hitch

When it comes to bumper towing, the two main hitch types to keep in mind are ball hitches and pintle hitches. Ball hitches are typically used on vehicles that are towing small boats or trailers and are most common for recreational purposes. Ball hitches attach to a trailer coupler and are available in 3 different ball sizes (1-7/8”, 2”, or 2-5/16”). The trailer coupler is typically a tighter fit with less movement between the ball and coupler. There are definite pros to this because it creates a smoother towing experience, but it also has its drawbacks. For instance, the...

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Boat Ramp, BulletProof Hitches, hitches, towing, trailer, Trailer Hitch - December 23, 2019

7 Unwritten Rules of Boat Ramp Etiquette

Growing up in Florida as a kid, I would spend almost every weekend out on the water with my dad in our family fishing boat, a 17 foot Mako center console. Our local boat ramp was just a couple of miles down the road and because we spent so much time on the water, we eventually perfected the perfect launching and loading strategy that would get our boat on or off the trailer in less than 30 seconds. This was something that we had a tremendous amount of pride in, not only because it made us look good in front...

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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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2.0", 2.5", and 3.0" Hitches - Which Is Right For You?

When discussing trailer hitches, it is easy to get confused when talking about 2", 2.5" and 3" hitches. In this short article, we will go over what these measurements stand for and which hitch is best for your application. Before we begin, let's discuss the difference between the trailer hitch and the hitch receiver. The hitch receiver is the piece that is mounted directly to the frame of the vehicle that allows the connection of the trailer hitch. The hitch receiver will have an opening at the rear of the vehicle allowing the user to slide in a trailer hitch...

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