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Forum: HDT Discussions

05-17-2017, 04:41 PM

Replies: 31

40k lb Bumper Hitch convert to Gooseneck

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Posted By ChiefMechanicMark

If you notice on BushPilots pictures the safety...

If you notice on BushPilots pictures the safety chains are attached way from any of the hitch adjustable parts or attaching pieces for the actual drawbar. I just really like the separate attachment...

Forum: HDT Discussions

05-14-2017, 08:34 PM

Replies: 31

40k lb Bumper Hitch convert to Gooseneck

Views: 27,408

Posted By ChiefMechanicMark

Looking at that plate the adjustable hitch is...

Looking at that plate the adjustable hitch is mounted on personally I would have two "D rings welded to it so if anything on the bolted hitch failed the chains would be connected directly but...

Forum: HDT Discussions

05-12-2017, 08:04 AM

Replies: 31

40k lb Bumper Hitch convert to Gooseneck

Views: 27,408

Posted By ChiefMechanicMark

Not being able to see the other pictures...Is the...

Not being able to see the other pictures...Is the shackle supposed to be for the safety chains or the breakaway brake pull? If it is safety chains I would recommend moving that attachment point to...

Forum: HDT Discussions

04-09-2017, 02:42 PM

Replies: 31

40k lb Bumper Hitch convert to Gooseneck

Views: 27,408

Posted By ChiefMechanicMark

That's what I'm reading on the web site... I...

That's what I'm reading on the web site... I still think you have to play by the GVWR limiting rules of the tow vehicle though.

Forum: HDT Discussions

04-09-2017, 02:20 PM

Replies: 31

40k lb Bumper Hitch convert to Gooseneck

Views: 27,408

Posted By ChiefMechanicMark

We used to park the back trailer then pushed the...

We used to park the back trailer then pushed the dolly up to the front of it by hand, then backed the next trailer up close enough to connect the pintle hitch to it. Then using the tractor and...

Forum: HDT Discussions

04-08-2017, 06:05 PM

Replies: 31

40k lb Bumper Hitch convert to Gooseneck

Views: 27,408

Posted By ChiefMechanicMark

The idea is "doable" of making your own, however...

The idea is "doable" of making your own, however I agree the engineering needs to be considered.
Look at the back of a car hauler when the trailer is off. The 5th wheel is about six inches off the...

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