Removable Hitch Setup

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Removable Hitch Setup

Postby Capebuild » Wed Mar 03, 2021 3:45 pm

I'd like to make sure I'm correctly understanding how this removable hitch is set up. I'm using an image of Tony Latham's set up. I've attached an image of how I think this is configured to have a removable hitch.
Am I interpreting this correctly?

thanks!!
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Re: Removable Hitch Setup

Postby saltydawg » Wed Mar 03, 2021 5:05 pm

Yes but its not just a 2.5 inch tube. Its an actual receiver tube with reinforcement on the open end. They cost about 30 bucks from e trailer.

or 21 bucks from amazon

https://www.amazon.com/CURT-49120-12-In ... 697&sr=8-3
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Re: Removable Hitch Setup

Postby tony.latham » Wed Mar 03, 2021 5:22 pm

Yes but...


Scott is spot on.

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Re: Removable Hitch Setup

Postby Capebuild » Wed Mar 03, 2021 5:38 pm

Thank you both, very much, for the confirmation.
And thanks, Scott, for the link.

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Re: Removable Hitch Setup

Postby halfdome, Danny » Wed Mar 03, 2021 7:23 pm

You might consider having the removable tongue attached at 2 points for safety measures and to silence tongue rattle when traveling.
I put a locking pin where the two pieces of pipe are located and a grade 8 bolt up front that stops the rattle.
I made this cover to discourage anyone from messing with it, to try and steal the teardrop when the tongue is with us in the tow vehicle.
It also helps our shins if we brush against it.
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