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Help with picking out the correct Anderson hitch set up?

Discussion in 'Towing' started by blazze2005, Apr 11, 2016.

  1. Apr 11, 2016 at 5:32 PM
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    blazze2005

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    The toy hauler I want to buy is 3.5 hours away
    I want to have my anderson set up with me so I can install it at the dealer in the parking lot
    I have a 05 tacoma pre-runner with factory tow pkg. and will be picking up this camper
    http://www.kz-rv.com/products/spree-escape-travel-trailers/E17FKTH.html

    I know its a 2" ball but what is the most common rise/drop

    I would think the 4" drop/rise would be the way to go but not sure

    Thanks for any help picking out the rite one
     
  2. Apr 14, 2016 at 10:56 AM
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    stickyTaco

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    It's going to depend on the height of your receiver and the height of the trailer receiver when it's sitting level.

    You could try to call the dealer and ask them the hitch height and go from there.
     
  3. Apr 16, 2016 at 7:51 AM
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    Not sure if you got it figured out already and it is frustrating that the trailer manufacturers sometimes don't put average hitch height dimensions in their specifications. I really like the Anderson design as well for small trucks and trailers but I have no experience with it. They have a fitment guide here http://www.andersenhitches.com/uploads/WD Hitch Fitment Guide.pdf to help you in selecting the right one. If you have stock suspension heights, I would say the 4" drop/rise is probably the most common, but measure to be sure. Let us know what you think of the hitch when you get it set up!
    -Bill
     

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