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Old 12-10-2007, 06:32 PM   #1 (permalink)
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what would the down side be to using a 5ver air ride hitch that is double the needed capacity? loose any benefits? other issues? thanks, rich
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Re: air ride 5th wheel

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: solrpwrd</div><div class="ubbcode-body">what would the down side be to using a 5ver air ride hitch that is double the needed capacity? loose any benefits? other issues? thanks, rich </div></div>Adjusted pressure relating to pin weight, no difference I would think.
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Re: air ride 5th wheel

The hitch itself will be heavier (mine weighs 300+ lbs) but if the air is adjusted for the pin weight (which it always should be) then there shouldn't be a problem.
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Re: air ride 5th wheel

thanks guys, wasnt familiar with the adjustable air pressure. makes sense.
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