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Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 01-10-2017, 09:33 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,557
Posted By Barneys
It doesn't matter what angle the side plates or...

It doesn't matter what angle the side plates or riser of the stinger is at. What does matter is that the long ends of the stinger are parallel to each other. That, in fact, is how my stinger is...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 10-31-2016, 06:18 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,477
Posted By Barneys
I used that same Reese Dual Cam hitch for many...

I used that same Reese Dual Cam hitch for many years before purchasing my Hensley. Go to the following link to download a PDF of the installation and adjustment manual. It is a bit of a chore to...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-26-2015, 10:08 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,645
Posted By Barneys
Try a Hitch-Vise. ...

Try a Hitch-Vise. https://hitchrider.com/nowobble.htm (https://hitchrider.com/nowobble.htm)
I have one that I use on my bike carrier and it really stops all movement of the shank in the receiver....
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 02-12-2015, 09:04 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 28,164
Posted By Barneys
I think what you are referring to be removed are...

I think what you are referring to be removed are the bar supports that are used to hold the hitch head in position while hooking up. Without them, the hitch head will just drop down in front and you...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-18-2013, 10:50 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 12,326
Posted By Barneys
Get one of these. SXT5 Premium 100% Stainless...

Get one of these. SXT5 Premium 100% Stainless Steel 5/8" Key Receiver Lock 3-1/2" Span...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 08-16-2013, 08:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,436
Posted By Barneys
1. I would go with the jacks. The snap-up...

1. I would go with the jacks. The snap-up brackets need a separate strut to hold the hitch head position when unhooked. This is not necessary with the jacks. Also, the jacks are infinitely...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 03-13-2013, 04:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,463
Posted By Barneys
I use a stainless steel lock by Trimax. Have had...

I use a stainless steel lock by Trimax. Have had it for about 8 years and no problems at all.
Barney
SXT5 Premium 100% Stainless Steel 5/8" Key Receiver Lock 3-1/2" Span...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 11-24-2012, 02:30 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 8,688
Posted By Barneys
Bill, You are probably right. The weight of...

Bill,
You are probably right. The weight of the truck was then enough to overcome the tension of the WD bars.
Barney
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 11-24-2012, 12:44 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 8,688
Posted By Barneys
Andy, That is not what he said. He said the...

Andy,
That is not what he said. He said the tongue came up as a result of drawing up the WD bars. I cannot see how that action could possibly cause the tongue to pop off the ball even if the...
Forum: Hitches, Couplers & Balls 11-24-2012, 09:28 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 8,688
Posted By Barneys
This is not possible! When you draw up the...

This is not possible! When you draw up the chains, the force between the trailer coupler and the ball increases. There is no possible way that drawing up the chains and engaging the WD bars would...
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