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How are u-haul hitches?

Discussion in 'Towing' started by jpg366, May 14, 2009.

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  1. Aug 3, 2009 at 6:11 PM
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  2. Aug 3, 2009 at 8:48 PM
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    Need bigger pics than that, can't see anything.
     
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  3. Aug 4, 2009 at 6:41 PM
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    Sorry, did not realize the thumbnails would not zoom. Edited to paste in the URLs from the gallery.
     
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  4. Aug 4, 2009 at 6:51 PM
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    i have had my u-haul hitch for about a year and ive towed a 14ft trailer with 2 quads on it a few times, but have had no problems what so ever!
    i think i went to u-haul and got mine for around $120




    (only pic i can find of hitch)
    DSC01025.jpg hit
     
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  5. Aug 4, 2009 at 7:25 PM
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    Thanks man, just what I wanted to see.
    Rep given :)
     
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  6. Aug 4, 2009 at 7:28 PM
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    Yea, that looks good. I still don't see why the factory one is 4x the price when they both have to live up to the same qualifications! I understand the wiring kit is better, but the hitch?!:confused:
     
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  7. Nov 7, 2009 at 9:49 PM
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    Get the Uhaul hitch w/ the $5 warranty...I have it on my truck w/ no complaints...I bought the Hoppy wiring kit plus used some ribbed loom to hide the wires. No splicing plus it is isolated from truck's electrical system. total cost around $160 (dont forget a little threadlock compound :)
     
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