Going to install my hitch in the truck bed this weekend. Can anyone let me know what the floor to hitch head height is so that I can get it close to start. Towing 2008 30RKLE with a 2009 Ford F250 4x4 V10.
Anyone with similar setup that could measure for me would be greatly appreciated
It's been a slow process getting trailer first in November, then Reese signature 16K hitch in December and now the tow vehicle. Lucky we had lots of time but the itch is getting to me and it's time to get it home for some mods before we go on our maiden voyage in May.
Hitch height
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Hitch height
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Re: Hitch height
I lowered my hitch in the truck, its got several bolt holes to lower or raise the trailer. When I towed it home I notice the trailer was not level. By lower the hitch one bolt hole with the trailer connected it looks pretty level. Im also below the 13"6 hieght to the top of my trailer. The small AM antenna exceeds the 13' 6"
My question is I have 7 inches of clearance between the top of my truck tail gate and the bottom of the trailer. Does this sound like enough clearance.
My question is I have 7 inches of clearance between the top of my truck tail gate and the bottom of the trailer. Does this sound like enough clearance.
John and Regina
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2008 30RKLE
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Retired, USCG
2008 30RKLE
2008 Chev DRW
Nights camped in 2011 120 days
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Grape Escape
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Re: Hitch height
Hitch manual shows 6"minimum clearance so you should be good to go.
2008 Cardinal 30 RKLE tv 2009 Ford F250 XLT SE Crew 4X4 V10
Reese Signature 18 k slider, Michelin XPS rib tires 225/75x16
previous trailers
2006 Rockwood 2607 tv 2005 Tahoe
2002 Traillite 23' tv 2001 Pathfinder
Reese Signature 18 k slider, Michelin XPS rib tires 225/75x16
previous trailers
2006 Rockwood 2607 tv 2005 Tahoe
2002 Traillite 23' tv 2001 Pathfinder
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Mike Clay
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Re: Hitch height
You should be just fine with 7" but no matter how much clearance you have keep your eye on it when coming out of driveway approaches and such.
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