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Drop hitch

H3LZSN1P3R said:
They all have a key in the fob…. And all the 19+ hd trucks are push to start
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I don’t believe the base chassis cab is keyless. This is the only model that Bolt offers a receiver lock for.
 
jeffn said:
unless you have the keyless option.
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The 2500 and any other "keyless entry" style remote always have a back up key built into the fob for access to the vehicle. So yes, even though you have the "keyless option" your fob will still have the "emergency key" to use for the Bolt hitch lock.
 

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8" Bulletproof here with the versaball and their WDH adaptor for the TT. Heavy as heck but I am very happy with it.

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10” weigh safe here and if my 5x10 utility trailer isn’t loaded to darn near max capacity, still sits a touch nose high
 
2020 RAM 3500 Tradesman dually CC LB diesel and a B&W 7 inch drop hauls all regular trailers and RV. Cargo trailer is the lowest.
 
Weigh Safe 2.5" receiver with 8" drop. Came with 2" and 2-5/16th SS hitch balls. Got it on Ebay new for considerably less than any big box, Wally World and Glamazon. Lowest trailer I tow is a utility trailer and 8" is plenty low.
 
I was trying to determine which B&W. I measure 24" to the inside bottom of the receiver and 26.5" to the top inside.

I'm kinda leaning toward the 9", just to be safe, and can always move it up to a 7" drop if needed. The issue is its so massive and a few dollars more, but would the 7" drop be more than enough?

I've never towed with a lifted vehicle so still trying to choose the right equipment.
 
Has anyone here used Rhino hitches before? I really like how the height is adjustable even after the trailer is connected plus it does not hang anywhere near as low as a traditional style hitch, which means it is less likely to drag a curb or anything else going over bumps or curbs

rhinohitch.com

2.5" Receiver

With a max load capacity of 14,000 pounds, the 2.5" Rhino Hitch is ideal for the days out on the lake in your fishing boat, or for a relaxing weekend of camping.
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Myfast70 said:
Has anyone here used Rhino hitches before? I really like how the height is adjustable even after the trailer is connected plus it does not hang anywhere near as low as a traditional style hitch, which means it is less likely to drag a curb or anything else going over bumps or curbs

rhinohitch.com

2.5" Receiver

With a max load capacity of 14,000 pounds, the 2.5" Rhino Hitch is ideal for the days out on the lake in your fishing boat, or for a relaxing weekend of camping.
rhinohitch.com rhinohitch.com
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A normal drop hitch wont drag going over bumps or curbs usually the only way its going to drag is if you are going up or down a decent incline it it might drag on the departure angle but that can be avoided depending what angle you go at the incline (i could drag my old hitch driving in to my father inlaws driveway straigh but if i came in on a bit of an angle or backed in it was fine…. The only thing i dont like with the Rhino hitch is the distance it sticks out from the truck i like the hitch to be tucked in as much as possible but thats just personal preference
 
H3LZSN1P3R said:
A normal drop hitch wont drag going over bumps or curbs usually the only way its going to drag is if you are going up or down a decent incline it it might drag on the departure angle but that can be avoided depending what angle you go at the incline (i could drag my old hitch driving in to my father inlaws driveway straigh but if i came in on a bit of an angle or backed in it was fine…. The only thing i dont like with the Rhino hitch is the distance it sticks out from the truck i like the hitch to be tucked in as much as possible but thats just personal preference
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If have to agree with both comments, especially the last one! I think I will go with the B&W tow & stow
 
Either a 7” or 9” would be good to have especially if you occasionally tow a small utility type trailer. Some of those will need the 9” or will be pretty nose high
 
R.J. said:
I was trying to determine which B&W. I measure 24" to the inside bottom of the receiver and 26.5" to the top inside.

I'm kinda leaning toward the 9", just to be safe, and can always move it up to a 7" drop if needed. The issue is its so massive and a few dollars more, but would the 7" drop be more than enough?

I've never towed with a lifted vehicle so still trying to choose the right equipment.
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Lifted how high? I bought the 7in drop for My stock 21 2500 4x4 and it’s just right. My flat deck trailer sits on the lowest setting.
 
I ended up needing 8" drop for my car trailer and 7" for my snowmobile trailer in order for them to be level. I am at stock ride height as well so I would advise against a 6" drop.
 
I run the Weigh Safe 180 2.5” shank 8” drop.

Flip the ball 180 degrees for second ball size (2 or 2 5/16).

What I like about it is the robust design and one simple key with one single device to remove to adjust height. Fumbling with multiple separate pins is unnecessary.

What I don’t like is how low the extra ball hangs below shank. 8” drop plus the additional 3” or so on the extra ball means it will drag on steeper inclines. My solution is to cut the extra ball off so it doesn’t drag. Not a big deal and wouldn’t be a problem with less drop……need 8” for my application.


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Thanks for this thread and everyone's responses. I just ordered a B&W 9", tri ball, tow and stow based on what I learned here.
 
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