Hi, I have a 2000 Toyota Landcruiser, supposed to easily tow 6500 lbs. I've rented a Sooner two horse bp with dressing room, it did fine.
I just got deliver on a new Featherlite 9407 two horse straight load with a dressing room, it weighs I think 2200 lbs. My dealer says I do not need a WDH. I have one 15 hand quarter horse, will often pull him and another horse.
Does anyone have an opinion on this? I'm afraid if I go to a hitch place they'll say of course you need one. My dealer is very reputable and doesn't think I need one.
At your weight (just under 5000 pounds) a WDH is in a grey area. The major American truck builders either require or suggest a WDH if thge trailer load is 5000+
In my opinion: A WDH is like a seat belt. You may ride fine without one. But, in an evasive manuever or a pucker moment, a WDH or seat belt adds to the margin of control and safety. It'll be too late to get a WDH or buckle the seat belt when you really need it.
Remember, you may control your vehicle, but you have none over other drivers or road conditions.
Posts: 354 | Location: North Carolina | Registered: 06 July 2006
Newbie, I've been towing for 20 years, 2H BP and small travel trailer, and I will NEVER tow ANY trailer ANY distance without a WD hitch (properly adjusted)! That stomach-sinking, fishtailing feeling when a semi passes close or a cross-wind hits the trailer? Never again -- I have enough grey hair!
Originally posted by ArabianDressage: Newbie, I've been towing for 20 years, 2H BP and small travel trailer, and I will NEVER tow ANY trailer ANY distance without a WD hitch (properly adjusted)! That stomach-sinking, fishtailing feeling when a semi passes close or a cross-wind hits the trailer? Never again -- I have enough grey hair!
ArabianDressage : Welcome to the forum. Please continue adding to the posts. WE can put our years of experiance & knowledge to better use besides getting grey hairs! LOL
Posts: 354 | Location: North Carolina | Registered: 06 July 2006
