E2 WDH model recommendation |
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Island Rider
Newbie Joined: 12 May 2016 Location: British Columbi Online Status: Offline Posts: 6 |
Topic: E2 WDH model recommendation Posted: 18 May 2016 at 8:33pm |
I'm about to buy a E2 WDH for our new 179 and have a question about which model. They sell a 450/4500 lb and 600/6000 lb. I've seen a number of posts from owners who are very happy with the 600 model. However, when I do the math it seems that the 450 model would be more suitable based on the tongue weight fully loaded and the trailers GVWR.
What are the benefits and drawbacks, if any, to going with the greater capacity of the 600? Our TV is a Tundra. Thanks.
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Dan
Vancouver Island 2016 179, 2016 Tundra |
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CharlieM
Senior Member Joined: 23 Nov 2012 Location: N. Colorado Online Status: Offline Posts: 1797 |
Posted: 18 May 2016 at 8:59pm |
Everyone uses the 600/6000. No advantage to the 450/4500, except saving a few dollars, and they are much harder to find. The 600/6000 rating is a maximum. It will work fine and can still be used if you upgrade trailers later.
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Charlie
Northern Colorado OLD: 2013 RP-172, 2010 Honda Pilot 3.5L 4WD PRESENT: 2014 Camplite 21RBS, 2013 Supercharged Tacoma 4L V6 4WD |
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techntrek
Admin Group - pHp Joined: 29 Jul 2009 Location: MD Online Status: Offline Posts: 9062 |
Posted: 18 May 2016 at 10:22pm |
The manufacturer confirmed to me years ago that it is ok to use a heavier-rated model, so I've always recommended the 600/6000. As Charlie said, you can transfer it to another camper.
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Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ Pod instruction manual
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Retroactive
Senior Member Joined: 15 Mar 2016 Location: Bolton, MA Online Status: Offline Posts: 270 |
Posted: 19 May 2016 at 11:01am |
I recently contacted Fastway tech support. Since my 171 weights are approx 2,500/3,500 I asked whether I should use the "trunnion" 4,500 hitch. He said there would be very little difference going up to the 6,000 lb unit, and then you can use the "round bar" model which is up to $100 cheaper. The E2 is on my short list before I go on any long hauls, for my current 100 mile runs I can deal with the driver fatigue for 90 minutes.
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TheBum
Senior Member Joined: 26 Feb 2016 Location: Texas Online Status: Offline Posts: 1407 |
Posted: 19 May 2016 at 1:14pm |
One possible exception is a unibody vehicle. Heavier rating means less flex, which may end up damaging body panels. My Highlander is unibody and is rated to 5000 pounds; I figure 600/6000 is close enough. I think the round bar models flex more than the trunnion models, which may be something to consider if your TV is a unibody. |
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Retroactive
Senior Member Joined: 15 Mar 2016 Location: Bolton, MA Online Status: Offline Posts: 270 |
Posted: 19 May 2016 at 6:18pm |
I just picked up a 6,000 E2 round bar off Craigslist. Supposedly the guy only used it 4 times, and everything except the hitch was still in the original box. He had a TT for a year or so, and went seasonal with a fifth wheel. Like new for $125...my lucky day.
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techntrek
Admin Group - pHp Joined: 29 Jul 2009 Location: MD Online Status: Offline Posts: 9062 |
Posted: 19 May 2016 at 8:40pm |
I've never heard of anyone with body damage.
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Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ Pod instruction manual
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Island Rider
Newbie Joined: 12 May 2016 Location: British Columbi Online Status: Offline Posts: 6 |
Posted: 20 May 2016 at 6:00pm |
Thanks everyone for the responses. I will be getting the 600/6000.
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Dan
Vancouver Island 2016 179, 2016 Tundra |
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Pod People
Senior Member Joined: 22 Sep 2011 Location: Chapel Hill,NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 1078 |
Posted: 20 May 2016 at 10:55pm |
We also use the 600/6000. Read and follow the owners manual for setting up your wd hitch. I found the people at Equalizer to be very helpful. I had to add an additional washer to my setup and they really helped me get it dialed in properly. We have towed with it for 5 years on several cross country trips. It works.
Vann
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Retroactive
Senior Member Joined: 15 Mar 2016 Location: Bolton, MA Online Status: Offline Posts: 270 |
Posted: 21 May 2016 at 10:05am |
Exactly how level does the pavement need to be, when setting up the E2 for the first time?
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