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Wasn't really looking for a new ride, but couldn't really pass up on all the incentives for this 2013.
Notice the FIRST sticker to be added!!
2013 Outback V
2003 SeaRay 182 -- gone but not forgotten...
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Attachment 18895
Wasn't really looking for a new ride, but couldn't really pass up on all the incentives for this 2013.
Notice the FIRST sticker to be added!!
2013 Outback V
2003 SeaRay 182 -- gone but not forgotten...
Great looking new ride!
Sweet! That will help with a Merry Christmas.:D
Congrats on your new present enjoy, I just turned 41K miles on my 2013 with only a minor trim issue.
FYI you might need a new drop hitch.
Yeah, I figured that -- how far is the drop? I have the single axle trailerQuote:
Originally Posted by patrick232
I have the same tow truck and you will need a 6" drop for the boat and I also carry another 8" drop for a smaller trailer I have. I should have gotten the adjustable sliding hitch receiver, but, I was in a pinch and they didn't have one when I needed it so now I lug both of them around.
congrats on the new ride...
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This is the only way to go IMO. Bought one earlier this year and love it. It is expensive but I will not need to replace it for a long time if ever and it works as both a drop hitch and raise hitch.
I was thinking of going with this one from Harbor Freight on sale for $28Quote:
Originally Posted by kevkev
http://www.harborfreight.com/8-in-1-...tch-95991.html
maybe it's just me and I love harbor freight for lots of stuff, but I don't know that I'd trust that thing towing my spendy ski boat.
the one kevkev posted looks a whole lot sturdier.
guess it's personal preference..
$50k TruckQuote:
Originally Posted by mikenehrkorn
$40k Boat
$28 Hitch
You are way crazier than me my friend.
Sell the boat and truck and get a G23!
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I have this drop hitch but haven't used it to tow, only to put the boat in the garage.Quote:
Originally Posted by mikenehrkorn
Best hitches around...3"-10" drop, swivel ball mounts, and a ton of different options. I have 3 different ones, all have been great! Check out the website and the video with Stacey David.
http://inventiveproductsinc.com/FW_S...lerHitches.php
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EvhJve-h7qU
hey, you spelled my name wrong, there is no e StacyQuote:
Originally Posted by BGeorge01
I'm a fan of Harbor Freight but I always say its for the once in a while tool, not the everyday tool.
What makes me worried about the HF hitch is the small diameter of the steel and the little brace from the tongue to the drop. Too weak IMO.
The receiver and ball is not the place to save money. Just like your tow rig, it should be set up to tow more then you need, your hitch needs to be able to handle more then you need.
I personally love my weight distribution hitch because its big beefy, and has room for my rock shield, I hate that it weights nearly 80lbs though.
Here is a list of lots a good hitches, and they start cheaper then your looking at and go up the line in price.
http://www.4wheelparts.com/Towing/Tr...=419&t_pt=3564
Well, she looks good from behind. Always been important to me.Quote:
Originally Posted by mikenehrkorn
that is a very important viewQuote:
Originally Posted by kaneboats
Finally picked up that drop hitch and got the swivel-loc off ebay for a steal at $120 (including shipping). That was about $70 cheaper than I saw anywhere else so I was a bit worried, but it showed up today and its the real thing and quite beefy weighing in at 25 lbs. Anyone looking for that model may want to jump on this deal!!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Inventive-IT...473eda&vxp=mtr
Not sure how much a deal it is, but you can also get the regular hitch model (non-drop) for $92
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Inventive-IT...c600cb&vxp=mtr
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I'm glad to see you didn't go the harbor freight direction. :)Quote:
Originally Posted by mikenehrkorn
You guys helped me see the light before I made a possibly very bad decision. :)
2013 Outback V
2003 SeaRay 182 -- gone but not forgotten...