Trailer question

[84gmcjimmy]

Don't worry, I am not getting a trailer.
I have a question though.
Whats the difference between a trailer with a hitch to your bumper/hitch mount, or using an in bed dove tail structure? Dis/advantages? Thanks /forums/images/graemlins/waytogo.gif

 

[84_Chevy_K10]

Difference is where they hook up (duh)

Bumper pull:

advantages:
cheaper to buy
cheaper for hitch equipment
can still use the bed
lighter weight
flexability of tow vehicle

disadvantages:
sway is a possibility

gooseneck/5er

advantages:
feels much more stable when towing
doesn't sway at all
tighter turning radius

disadvantages:
must tow with a pickup
usually must have a h/d pickup because of heavy pin weight
trailer itself is heavier
more expensive hitching equipment

I'm sure some others will chime in and give you more info.

Check out my webshots, my tow rig is set up for both bumper pull and 5th wheel. /forums/images/graemlins/thumb.gif

 

[ugly_blazer]

Goosenecks are usually rated to haul more weight than bumper mounts.

 

[84_Chevy_K10]

Yep.

Gooseneck rating = 25,000 lbs, 4,000 lb pin weight
5th wheel 15-30,000 lbs, 4,000 lb pin weight
Ball hitch with weight distributing setup, 10,000-12,000 max
Pintle hooks 15k is common, but they come heavier (although no hitch is rated for that kind of weight nor is any pickup so I guess it doesn't matter).

 

[kennyw]

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Don't worry, I am not getting a trailer.

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/forums/images/graemlins/histerical.gif That just cracked me up for some reason /forums/images/graemlins/histerical.gif

 

[84gmcjimmy]

Okay thanks I understand now.
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