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Old 03-30-2008, 10:25 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Which hitch?

Anyone know which would be better- 16k Reese Select or Curt 16k E5? Same difference?
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I would look at Valley Brand Hitches as an alternative. Something to think about. I looked and bought online. JOHN
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Ok, thats great but I have an opportunity for a deal on either the reese or the curt right now and not retail. Sooo, which one?
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Have You looked at a PUTNAM from Southern Wheel? Their XDR line is in that weight rating.
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i bot the curt 20k from etrailer dot com for $500 shipped. like the locking mech. some like better than reese. bot rails from j c whitney to stick with curt so have single source of responsibity. also have receiver by curt. paint and fabrication lil better than others i've had of most all brands. hence the 5th whl purchase. good luck with yer pick! rich
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