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Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 02-14-2020, 07:32 AM
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Views: 416,259
Posted By SailorSam205
Make sure your frame bracket is still centered. ...

Make sure your frame bracket is still centered. On a trip last year, I noticed my trailer doing something of a shimmy. Took a look at the bracket and saw it had shifted about a 1/2". Recentered...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-27-2019, 11:02 PM
Replies: 1,787
Views: 416,259
Posted By SailorSam205
Wulfraat, Call Sean at Propride. Send him your...

Wulfraat,
Call Sean at Propride. Send him your pictures. He will get back to you with answers almost immediately. That way you are getting answers from the guy responsible for the hitch... He...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 03-15-2019, 10:36 AM
Replies: 1,787
Views: 416,259
Posted By SailorSam205
I got my 250lb torque wrench from Lowes. Happy I...

I got my 250lb torque wrench from Lowes. Happy I have it, makes torquing wheels easy. :cool:
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 03-07-2019, 10:52 PM
Replies: 1,787
Views: 416,259
Posted By SailorSam205
I used a paint pen and put a line on the inside...

I used a paint pen and put a line on the inside pipe of the jack. It does get some wear, so I may need to re-apply sooner or later.
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 01-11-2019, 10:53 PM
Replies: 1,787
Views: 416,259
Posted By SailorSam205
I used a yellow paint pen and drew a line on jack...

I used a yellow paint pen and drew a line on jack at my desired hieght. Initially I used some electrical tape until I got everything just right. Paint line is hidden while camping - obvious when...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-18-2018, 08:36 AM
Replies: 1,787
Views: 416,259
Posted By SailorSam205
On the install as done by my dealer, my stinger...

On the install as done by my dealer, my stinger was oriented as yours is. It didn't seem right to me and I sent a pic to Sean. He recommended flipping it. Also, I've always understood that...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 01-21-2018, 10:45 PM
Replies: 1,787
Views: 416,259
Posted By SailorSam205
X2. One of those is now on my shopping list. ...

X2. One of those is now on my shopping list. Will be done by the end of the week! :clap::clap::clap:
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-23-2017, 07:39 PM
Replies: 1,787
Views: 416,259
Posted By SailorSam205
Have you considered taking a vacation up in...

Have you considered taking a vacation up in Michigan? Propride is just outside Flint. You could ask Sean to take an up close, personal look at your setup. He might diagnose it.

Just noticed,...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-14-2017, 09:04 PM
Replies: 1,787
Views: 416,259
Posted By SailorSam205
What is working for me and my not so perfect eye...

What is working for me and my not so perfect eye sight is, I put a finger next to the coupler as I raise the tongue jack. I can feel that small movement as they separate pretty easy. ;)
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 05-15-2017, 06:34 PM
Replies: 1,787
Views: 416,259
Posted By SailorSam205
I use the WD-40 Dirt & Dust Resistant Dry Lube...

I use the WD-40 Dirt & Dust Resistant Dry Lube PTFE Spray. I suppose that any of the PTFE spray lubes would work just as well. No need to empathize about greasy WD bars and balls... :lol:
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 05-13-2017, 11:42 PM
Replies: 1,787
Views: 416,259
Posted By SailorSam205
I had my hitch installed by my SOB dealer. After...

I had my hitch installed by my SOB dealer. After looking at it, it just didn't look right. So I sent pictures to Sean. He quickly replied with pictures and instructions on what was wrong and...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 04-11-2017, 10:48 PM
Replies: 1,787
Views: 416,259
Posted By SailorSam205
All I can say is WOW!!! Hope the damage: a)...

All I can say is WOW!!! Hope the damage:
a) was minor.
b) covered by insurance
c) fixed quickly.
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 07-04-2016, 08:51 PM
Replies: 1,787
Views: 416,259
Posted By SailorSam205
Minor thread hijack... I've seen...

Minor thread hijack...

I've seen recommendations that an impact driver is a good tool to have in the kit. Now I'm wondering, when would it be useful. Only thing that comes to mind for me is...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-27-2016, 08:48 AM
Replies: 1,787
Views: 416,259
Posted By SailorSam205
Papa Smurf, LOL, a guy I used to work with...

Papa Smurf,
LOL, a guy I used to work with decided to turn all of the folks he worked with into a Smurf army. Our director was designated Papa Smurf and he called himself Gargamel. I ended up being...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-12-2016, 09:01 PM
Replies: 1,787
Views: 416,259
Posted By SailorSam205
My hitch is on-order. Because I happen to live...

My hitch is on-order. Because I happen to live fairly close to the "ProPride factory", I elected to pick it up instead of having it shipped. Save a few $$$. I plan to ask Sean about this when I...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 06-07-2016, 10:22 PM
Replies: 1,787
Views: 416,259
Posted By SailorSam205
Question Ford Pro Backup Assist

This seems to be the correct thread for this question, which if it was answered, I missed it working thru all the posts.
Is anyone using Ford's Pro Backup Assist with a PP hitch? Reading Ford's...
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