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04-28-2018, 08:54 AM
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Rivet Master 
2015 28' Flying Cloud
2018 33' Classic
Cumming
, Georgia
Join Date: Jul 2014
Posts: 527
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Equalizer WD hitch
Just traded 2015 FC 28 for 2018 Classic 33. Have Pro Pride on the 2015 FC but will have to switch to a conventional WD hitch. Dealer recommending Equalizer. TV is 2015 Chevy HD 2500, Duramax. Is the Equalizer a good choice for my total package?
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04-28-2018, 09:03 AM
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ObviouslyKnot
2024 30' Classic
KALISPELL
, Mt
Join Date: Nov 2016
Posts: 864
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I love my pro pride on the 17 classic with my RAM. Why ditch the pro pride?
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James Mileur (& Belinda)
2024 Classic Twin, 2024 RAM 3500 Megacab, ProPride hitch
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04-28-2018, 09:05 AM
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Rivet Master 
2016 25' Flying Cloud
Venice
, Florida
Join Date: Apr 2015
Posts: 1,024
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I'm no expert on hitches but I've used the Equalizer WD hitch on various trailers, one being a 36' pulled by a F-250 and it worked great. I currently use it on my 25' Airstream.
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Joe
Venice, FL
2016 FC 25RTB
TAC FL-47
2018 Nissan Titan XD Cummins Diesel
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04-28-2018, 09:05 AM
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Rivet Master 
2015 28' Flying Cloud
2018 33' Classic
Cumming
, Georgia
Join Date: Jul 2014
Posts: 527
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The new classic has its primary storage bin in front of trailer. The ProPride towers block access to this storage compartment
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04-28-2018, 09:08 AM
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ObviouslyKnot
2024 30' Classic
KALISPELL
, Mt
Join Date: Nov 2016
Posts: 864
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Seems Sean at PPP had some new ratchet strap devices for the bars. Might be a solution?
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James Mileur (& Belinda)
2024 Classic Twin, 2024 RAM 3500 Megacab, ProPride hitch
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04-28-2018, 09:13 AM
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Rivet Master 

2017 26' Flying Cloud
Tampa
, Florida
Join Date: Feb 2017
Posts: 8,115
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Quote:
Originally Posted by DeltaRon
Is the Equalizer a good choice for my total package?
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Yes.
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04-28-2018, 09:34 AM
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Rivet Master 
2002 30' Classic S/O
Fleming Island
, Florida
Join Date: Nov 2013
Posts: 4,761
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I towed my Safari 25 and my Classic 30 Slideout (9100#) with Equalizers. I used a 10,000# version on the Safari because that's what came with it when I bought it and traded for a 12,000# unit for the Classic on Equalizer's recommendation. I never had any incidences of sway or significant pushing from passing traffic in either case. I now have a ProPride mostly because it is easier to handle and store when not towing. I also feel it would be more predictable in an emergency maneuver but that remains to be seen given the "Hensley Bump".
Al
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2002 Classic 30 Slideout -S/OS #004
2013 Ram 2500 Laramie 4x4 Megacab Cummins
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04-28-2018, 06:03 PM
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Rivet Master 
2012 28' International
Olympia
, Washington
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 777
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Keep the ProPride
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Dave
2014 Ram 2500 CTD
Pro Pride
Centramatics
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04-29-2018, 05:49 AM
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Rivet Master 
2020 28' Flying Cloud
Upper St Clair
, Pennsylvania
Join Date: Aug 2011
Posts: 2,943
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Yes to the Equalizer question. I have used one on two different 30' AS including our 2017 Classic and tow with an F350 Diesel.
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2020 28' Twin Flying Cloud
2021 F350 6.7 King Ranch
USAF Master Training Instructor (TI) & (MTI)- 68-72
Volunteer K9 Rehabilitator & Trainer
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04-29-2018, 02:01 PM
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Reads a lot
2017 30' Classic
Titusville
, Florida
Join Date: Dec 2016
Posts: 1,209
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Never gave it much thought but getting to that storage area is gonna be a bear no matter what hitch because the lp tanks are in the way as well.
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Lauri
She Believed She Could so She Did.
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04-29-2018, 09:00 PM
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"Cloudsplitter"

2003 25' Classic
Houstatlantavegas
, Malebolgia
Join Date: Jun 2007
Posts: 20,127
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Do NOT get rid of the PPP hitch, there is an effective solution, call and get the information.👍
POI....'hensley bump'...is not caused by a PPP hitch.
We've used one on two different TV's for 12yrs, correct set-up=no bump
Bob
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04-30-2018, 06:51 AM
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4 Rivet Member 
Currently Looking...
Green Cove Springs
, Florida
Join Date: Oct 2016
Posts: 479
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ROBERT CROSS
Do NOT get rid of the PPP hitch, there is an effective solution, call and get the information.[emoji106]
POI....'hensley bump'...is not caused by a PPP hitch.
We've used one on two different TV's for 12yrs, correct set-up=no bump
Bob
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Ditto...keep the ProPride and call Sean for the solution to your issue. You’ll be glad you did.
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Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On
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04-30-2018, 09:53 PM
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Rivet Master 
2018 30' Classic
Jacksonville
, Florida
Join Date: Apr 2018
Posts: 745
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I use a Blue Ox. The cams don't interfere with anything above the frame. We did have to put a shorter bolt in the "Set Screw" position. The long ones conflicted with the battery box.
http://www.blueox.com/trailer-towing/swaypro/
Pulled the last trailer with one of these too. Weight was not a problem but it keeps it from swaying. Without it swaying occurred. Doesn't need that friction bar either. An added benefit is the insert/hitch projects a little over a foot past the bumper making it easy to lower the tail gate when the trailer is hooked up.
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04-30-2018, 11:17 PM
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TinCan
2016 30' Classic
Apache Junction
, Arizona
Join Date: Aug 2011
Posts: 880
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I have no issues with my Equalizer pulling a 30' Classic. Having F250 helps also.
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