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Discussion in 'Texas' started by ChadsPride, Mar 28, 2018.

  1. Jan 30, 2019 at 7:10 PM
    Oldie2007

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    First result - there is science, but no standards! Stay tuned. (I worked in ANSI for a while, and was a UL/ETL guy. I am currently amazed)
     
  2. Jan 30, 2019 at 7:11 PM
    Bigdaddy4760

    Bigdaddy4760 Well traveled Older Than Dirt

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    1-7/8”, 2” an 2-5/16” are the most common. Really only see 1-7/8” on older equipment anymore. I converted my older trailers.
     
  3. Jan 30, 2019 at 7:14 PM
    Oldie2007

    Oldie2007 Well-Known Member

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    All true so far. As a former Standards guy, I am amazed I can't easily find the true answer. First answer is YES, they have migrated over the recent years to a 2" common standard. I'm just looking for the "rules". because I'm nuts like that.
     
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  4. Jan 30, 2019 at 7:20 PM
    because_wumbo-truck

    because_wumbo-truck TTC#036 1st Degenerate Urban Off-Roader

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    Good enough for me. I just have one trailer. Technically it's my dad's lol
     
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  5. Jan 30, 2019 at 7:26 PM
    Pyrotech

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    If the trailers at work are not a pintle they are 2"
     
  6. Jan 30, 2019 at 7:32 PM
    Oldie2007

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    OK, no one will care. 2" seems to be the currently accepted standard size for most current trailers. The only ANSI I can find so far dictates ONLY that the ball is part of the CLASS system, and has to be appropriately rated. This is a great example of why I get pissed when reminded that we shipped WWII QC Expert WE Deming to Japan! Details MATTER!
    [​IMG]
     
  7. Jan 30, 2019 at 7:34 PM
    Nopro

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    Most are 2”. Buddy’s trailer is 2 5/16 but it’s a two car hauler
     
  8. Jan 30, 2019 at 7:47 PM
    Oldie2007

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    A little something every chance we get.
    No arguments to 2" being common in what our world will be. What is driving ME crazy is that I have NOT found the ANSI standard that will associate the Class to any required ball size. In the US, it's amazing that everyone "settled" on 2" without being told to. And for the larger size, which I think is 2 5/16" (maybe). But, there is usually an ANSI Standard, or published Industry Standard that will state this. What annoys me is not what size your balls are, but WHY? Take that one as you will, kiddos!
     
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  9. Jan 30, 2019 at 8:23 PM
    Austinguy

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  10. Jan 30, 2019 at 8:29 PM
    Oldie2007

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    A little something every chance we get.
    OK, no one cares how big your balls are.

    On to something else.
    Here's my plot for Friday to keep my friends from freezing in Michigan while they are still here. Wanna come along?
    1) Wimberly Glass Blowers
    2) Cedar Creek Rum Distillers
    3) Probably eat by the River at a place I can't remember
    4) All the way back for F'Burg for Becker Winery Estates
    5) Back to Lockhart for Mexican and Margaritas Happy Hour
    6) First Friday on the Square in Lockhart. Some free samples, our brew pub and Bistro.
    Send em back to SA.
     
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  11. Jan 30, 2019 at 8:30 PM
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    A little something every chance we get.
    They belong there. Just help move them home to the preserve.
     
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  12. Jan 30, 2019 at 8:40 PM
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    I agree. I love being out here. I have captured all kinds of wildlife on the game cam. Just want to be careful for our dogs. They would be a snack for a mountain lion.
     
  13. Jan 30, 2019 at 9:11 PM
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    A little something every chance we get.
    I didn't hit that deer with our Niro on Monday outside Fburg. Pickups with brush guards rapidly followed to try to run me over for not doing so.

    I had something else to say, but I forgot.....
     
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  14. Jan 30, 2019 at 9:15 PM
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    A little something every chance we get.

    This reply got lost - all military are pintle, period.
     
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  15. Jan 30, 2019 at 9:25 PM
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  16. Jan 30, 2019 at 10:12 PM
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    Less than 2 hours to go. Think I may stop for hotcakes at Busy Bee.
     
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  17. Jan 31, 2019 at 1:51 AM
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    Morning Y'all. Last day of January.
     
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  18. Jan 31, 2019 at 1:54 AM
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    Mornin Folks :wave:
     
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  19. Jan 31, 2019 at 3:10 AM
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    LostHusker Just one day at a time

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  20. Jan 31, 2019 at 3:31 AM
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    Going to be a great day!
     
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