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02-22-2010, 05:22 PM
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Islay - 63 O.
1963 26' Overlander
Montreal
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I don't know much about the PP but I see one advantage out of the box : it's black...
not too fan of the too fast fading orange.
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02-22-2010, 05:22 PM
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Vintage Kin Owner
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Quote:
Originally Posted by moosetags
In the last 3 1/2 years we have pulled Lucy with her Hensley over 50,000 miles.
Is it expensive? YES
Does it perform as advertised? YES
It all sway totally eliminated? YES
Would I buy it again? YES
All of that being said, you should also research the new ProPride hitch system.
Brian
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This pretty much sums it up for me. Last Fall some close friends were involved in a highway rollover. Having seen the aftermath and the issues they are dealing with some 5 months later is proof enough to me.
It all comes down to what you're comfortable with.
Kevin
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02-22-2010, 06:56 PM
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1 Rivet Short
1989 25' Excella
By The Bay
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Join Date: Apr 2006
Posts: 1,620
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Get a proper TV...not an expensive band-aid.
Bill
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02-22-2010, 08:10 PM
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Rivet Master
Hampton
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Join Date: Oct 2005
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Quote:
Originally Posted by moosetags
In the last 3 1/2 years we have pulled Lucy with her Hensley over 50,000 miles.
Is it expensive? YES
Does it perform as advertised? YES
It all sway totally eliminated? YES
Would I buy it again? YES
All of that being said, you should also research the new ProPride hitch system.
Brian
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Well said, and ditto.
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2019 Airstream Classic 30RBT, 2021 Ford F350 King Ranch 4X4 w/6.7L Diesel, Hensley, ACI #1313
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02-22-2010, 08:22 PM
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2 Rivet Member
2010 27' FB International
Birmingham
, Michigan
Join Date: Jan 2010
Posts: 62
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Thanks very much to all of you for your insightful comments. I will be going with either the Hensley or ProPride.
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02-22-2010, 08:57 PM
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"Cloudsplitter"
2003 25' Classic
Houstatlantavegas
, Malebolgia
Join Date: Jun 2007
Posts: 20,000
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BillTex
Get a proper TV...not an expensive band-aid.
Bill
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What... a 2010 Expedition not good enough? Never mind.
The Hensley was the best safety upgrade we've made.
Don't know of anyone who has taken advantage of the $ back offer..that says it all.
Kind'a like sex...once you've tried it, the alternative sucks.
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02-22-2010, 10:50 PM
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Rivet Master
2005 25' Safari
Salem
, Oregon
Join Date: Mar 2006
Posts: 8,369
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Aquabud
Any advice on whether or not the Hensley Arrow hitch system is as good as they say it is and if it's worth $3000.
Hensley tells me it totally eliminates trailer sway.
If so, why doesn't everyone have one (realizing of course that $3000 is a lot of money).
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BillTex
Get a proper TV...not an expensive band-aid.
Bill
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Aquabud
Thanks very much to all of you for your insightful comments. I will be going with either the Hensley or ProPride.
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Hi, you have a 2010 Airstream and a 2010 Expedition; Have you taken delivery of these two, and if you have, what did you use for a hitch? My opinion is that if you have a proper tow vehicle for the size and weight of your trailer, you should be fine with almost any good hitch. Also I believe that 25' and under, with proper tow vehicle would be OK. But longer and heavier trailers seem to need the HA HA or P P. You're at 27' with your trailer and if you have the long wheel base Expedition, you should be OK. If your Expedition is the short wheel base you might be pushing it. Finally if your driver abilities or fear factor is involved by all means buy a HA HA or P P. I am very comfortable with my Equal-i-zer hitch with my tow vehicle and trailer. But as noted, other people aren't. The price is not a factor for me, I can afford it, but don't need it. [just like I don't need $300.00 batteries]
Buy what you want, and what makes you feel good, and safe. Then enjoy your new Airstream.
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"Le Petit Chateau Argent" Small Silver Castle
2000 Navigator / 2014 F-150 Eco-Boost / Equal-i-zer / P-3
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02-23-2010, 03:15 AM
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4 Rivet Member
Join Date: Oct 2003
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BillTex
Get a proper TV...not an expensive band-aid.
Bill
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Towing a 30foot classic with a 3500 dually diesel classify as a proper tow vehicle ? I think so. I still bought a Hensley after 1 experience where it was every possible bad thing at once caused sway and allmost lost control.
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2004 30ft Slide Out with Hensley Arrow hitch.
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02-23-2010, 07:55 AM
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Rivet Master
Currently Looking...
1984 31' Airstream310
Ajo
, Arizona
Join Date: Mar 2007
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There is a couple with a 34 footer parked next to us here in Ajo. They tow the coach with a little Buick "Enclave". He told me that without the Hensley, properly set up, it would be impossible to tow safely.
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02-23-2010, 09:42 AM
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Rivet Master
2008 30' Classic S/O
Dearborn
, Michigan
Join Date: Aug 2006
Posts: 1,403
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If you drive expressways (i.e. +50 mph), you're going to have an incident with your rig.
EVERY camper I've ever talked to, has told me a "close-call" story they've had while trailering- that was CAUSED or EXACERBATED by an inferior friction-based hitch.
Equal-I-zer, dual cam, friction bar don't eliminate sway, and track the trailer based on the tow vehicle's vector like the Pro-Pride (Hensley).
There are no drawbacks to the PP/HA vs. friction hitches... and if you mention "price"- don't do it in the same sentence as "Airstream"
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02-23-2010, 09:48 AM
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"Cloudsplitter"
2003 25' Classic
Houstatlantavegas
, Malebolgia
Join Date: Jun 2007
Posts: 20,000
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Quote:
Originally Posted by finalcutjoe
... and if you mention "price"- don't do it in the same sentence as "Airstream"
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Great point Joe....I got more for my $ with the Hen....oh, never mind.
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02-23-2010, 10:07 AM
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Islay - 63 O.
1963 26' Overlander
Montreal
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Join Date: May 2005
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What you can do is to take an appointment with CanAm RV in London - Ontario - Can Andy T is the specialist in towing set up. You can actually buy your hensley from them if you want.
I wouldn't be surprised about the Buick Enclave being Canadian and being a Canam set up. I think I met them.
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02-24-2010, 09:00 PM
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2 Rivet Member
2010 27' FB International
Birmingham
, Michigan
Join Date: Jan 2010
Posts: 62
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Once again, thanks to all of you who took the time to respond to my inquiry. I am going with the PP. Like the all black paint, the price and the safety factor. It was interesting to learn that Hensley designed the PP as well. He said the PP was created to provide improvements to his first Hensley design. Gotta follow the "man".
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02-24-2010, 09:13 PM
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Moderator
2015 25' FB Flying Cloud
2012 23' FB Flying Cloud
2005 25' Safari
Santa Rosa Beach
, Florida
Join Date: Jul 2006
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Excellent choice! If the PP had been around when I bought my HA, I may well have gone that way.
Brian
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2015 FC 25' FB (Lucy) with ProPride
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02-25-2010, 06:41 PM
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Moderator
Vintage Kin Owner
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Aquabud
Once again, thanks to all of you who took the time to respond to my inquiry. I am going with the PP. Like the all black paint, the price and the safety factor. It was interesting to learn that Hensley designed the PP as well. He said the PP was created to provide improvements to his first Hensley design. Gotta follow the "man".
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Congrats...I don't think you'll be disappointed.
Kevin
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02-25-2010, 09:19 PM
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2 Rivet Member
2005 22' Safari
Gresham
, Oregon
Join Date: Jul 2008
Posts: 73
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I ran this same question through the forum last year. Some folks thought the Hensley was "overkill" for a 22' Safari. I suppose those same folks might think the Lifeline AGM batteries, the Pressure Pro tire pressure monitors and the Centramatics are overkill as well. How safe is too safe? I bought the Hensley off a Craig's list ad for about half the cost of a new one and Hensley put a new warranty on it for me for a reasonable price. I was considering a ProPride when the Hensley popped up. Love the way it tows. By the way, I believe the folks at Hensley say they owned the patent that ProPride is operating under and let it go because it was not a superior product. I really don't know, but I read that on-line somewhere. Good Luck with your decision. jc
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Hensley Hitch
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03-05-2010, 09:16 PM
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Rivet Master
2020 30' Classic
Derwood
, Maryland
Join Date: Mar 2010
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After some more research - the "PP" is really looking very, very good!!!
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2020 30’ Airstream Classic
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03-05-2010, 09:55 PM
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1972 Travelux Princess 25
Cobourg
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Join Date: Oct 2008
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I believe the Hensley patent expired before the Pro Pride hit the market.
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03-06-2010, 06:59 AM
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Rivet Master
2005 39' Land Yacht 390 XL 396
Common Sense
, Texas
Join Date: Sep 2007
Posts: 5,319
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Ganaraska
I believe the Hensley patent expired before the Pro Pride hit the market.
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I believe you are correct. The ProPride is easier to install (no drilling holes), easier to hook up because of the improved design draw bar angles, and can be adjusted to different tow vehicles because the draw bar is adjustable. (With the Hensley if you have to change the hitch height or angle, you have to have a new draw bar welded up at the factory.)
And don't forget, the retail price is $500 cheaper...even cheaper if you buy it on EBAY.
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03-06-2010, 07:09 AM
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Rivet Master
2008 30' Classic S/O
Dearborn
, Michigan
Join Date: Aug 2006
Posts: 1,403
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Not a single person posting they regret their HA purchase... except the one's that wish they'd gotten a PP (Me)... LOL
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