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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...
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...
Maintaining Your Trailer
When it comes to towing, maintaining your trailer is just as important as maintaining your truck. Below, we will outline a few things you should be checking every trip, every few months and every year. Any time you hit the road with your trailer, you should check the following before leaving. -Tires: Check your tire pressure as well as the tread wear. The proper tire pressure should be listed on the sidewall of the tire. Checking for uneven tread wear can also help you identify other problems with your trailer, such as uneven pressure between tires, worn trailer bearings, and...
Sway Control Systems for BulletProof Hitches
Sway control systems while not necessary, can be helpful in keeping your vehicle and trailer in-line instead of waving all over the road. BulletProof Hitches offers a simple solution to this by offering a dual ball mount with mounting tabs on each side so that anyone with an adjustable drop hitch from BulletProof Hitches can tow a trailer with a sway control system. While many trailers subject to trailer sway such as car haulers and travel trailers are made as fifth-wheel applications, towing these trailers with a rear receiver hitch can be a challenge at times when introduced to less...
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