Custom trailer hitch
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Topic: Custom trailer hitch
Posted By: Kiteboarder
Subject: Custom trailer hitch
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 2:06am
What started out as an idea when my wife asked if we could bring both the SN2001 and the waverunner to the lake for the weekend, turned into a reality after a trip to Academy, Northern tool, and a local metal supply for the square tubing.  
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Posted By: Kiteboarder
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 2:07am
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Posted By: Kiteboarder
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 2:18am
Tandem tow
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Posted By: CrazyCanuck
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 3:27am
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Illegal in these parts but oh so convenient...lol. ------------- https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRtW3vJrMHLdqBzndt9VX3oOpBuRopGlzKq9Ea7pAO7wnTuoD8E8g |
Posted By: Frankenotter
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 6:35am
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You should paint the truck like a train engine. ------------- 1999 Ski Nautique 196 |
Posted By: Kiteboarder
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 6:45am
| Yeah it seems like a train when changing lanes. lol |
Posted By: Orlando76
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 8:04am
| Unfortunately illegal in all states I believe. In 34~ states it's legal to tow like that but only with a fifth wheel and probably goose neck. Oh the convenience! Sshhhh, don't admit to the wave runner, that's as taboo as being a fisherman here, or tuber. |
Posted By: Air206
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 9:20am
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I like the creativity, simplicity and workmanship. Well done. I'm not the towing police, so I can't comment on its appropriateness... but for moving things from place to place, it seems pretty cool! PS. Many of us have PWCs on this site.... so post away! ------------- https://tinyurl.com/y6t5e3bu" rel="nofollow - 04 Air206 http://tinyurl.com/9urzgls" rel="nofollow - 91 Barefoot 78 SkiTiq |
Posted By: Air206
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 9:33am
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BTW - Love my Triton PWC trailer! Bet you do too............ ------------- https://tinyurl.com/y6t5e3bu" rel="nofollow - 04 Air206 http://tinyurl.com/9urzgls" rel="nofollow - 91 Barefoot 78 SkiTiq |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 9:49am
Todd, +2 Well stated. ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Orlando76 wrote:Posted By: quinner
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 10:00am
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Why are there still leaves on the tree's?? PWC's on trailers are fine, it's once they hit the water they become a problem, lol. Also not the PO PO, you will have to let us know when you get pinched and don't forget the Pics. |
Posted By: JPASS
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 10:07am
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Most definitely not legal, but awesome nonetheless. Do you have functional lights on the PWC trailer in this configuration? ------------- '92 Correctcraft Ski Nautique |
Posted By: Air206
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 10:31am
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Many of us have seen the warning stickers CC puts on our trailers.... not to tow using the trailer.... its fun seeing someone actually try it. I bet you wont be bothered by the cops for a while...Unless your window tint is too dark... Ha!  ------------- https://tinyurl.com/y6t5e3bu" rel="nofollow - 04 Air206 http://tinyurl.com/9urzgls" rel="nofollow - 91 Barefoot 78 SkiTiq |
Posted By: Orlando76
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 10:39am
| The legality part is just minor details but not being a fifth wheel is a bit of a safety concern. There's a reason majority of the states allow it but only with fifth wheels. Putting that trailer hitch behind the wheels is kinda like putting the boat motor behind the transom. If it were a <5 mile trip, sure I'd do it. Heaven forbid if an accident were to happen and the greedy insurance company got involved, they darn sure won't pay. |
Posted By: Air206
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 10:39am
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Posted By: phatsat67
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 10:42am
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My car trailer has a hitch and light setup on the back. I have the opportunity to give it a try this spring possible. Best friend will be finishing his house on Lake Tuscaloosa. His 67 GTX is in Indiana still and needs to be moved down there. The 85 also needs to travel with us to utilize the lake while we visit. I have access to a weight distributing hitch for the car trailer but the whole package will be within 1000-1500 lbs of total truck towing capacity. If it was a single trailer that heavy I would go for it but with a tandem I am hesitant. ------------- |
Posted By: Kiteboarder
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 1:58pm
| No problems with the 5.0 so far here in Texas. It trailers really well, no swaying, or other weird characteristics, pulls just like one trailer. Also the way it pivots the second trailer stays directly behind the first trailer, so its no different when going around corners. Longest trip so far was to Lake Ray Roberts about 340 miles each way. As far as lights go I found a Reese 24' flat four with male on one end and female connector on the other, so its just like a long extension cord for the trailer wiring. I just ran the trailer wire through the c-channel on the boat trailer secured by a few large tie straps. |
Posted By: Kiteboarder
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 2:03pm
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Laws for Texas Max Vehicle Height: 14' Max Vehicle Width: 8 1/2' Combined Length: 65' Max Trailer Length: Not Specified. Total maximum combined length of 65 ft. Max Trailer Width: 8'6" Max Trailer Height: 14'0" Motor Home Length: 45' Two Vehicle Max Length: 65' Triple Tow Allowed: Yes Total maximum combined length of 65 ft. Safety Chains Required: Yes Breakaway Required: Yes. Required on trailers over 3000 lbs. Fire Extinguisher: Not Stated Flares & Signs: Yes Trailer Brakes Required: 4500 Towed Cars: No laws regarding. Wipers: Not Stated Max Tow Speed: 70 Ride in 5th Wheel: Not Specified Ride Pickup Camper: Yes Ride Travel Trailer: Not Specified. Weight Limits for Towing without Auxiliary Brakes: 4500lbs. Maximum Length - RV & Trailer Combo: 65ft.Includes Bumpers. Excludes devices determined to be necessary for safe and efficient operation |
Posted By: gun-driver
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 2:11pm
Who you trying to kid that little Mopar couldn't even pull that small boat you picked up without blowing the rear end out. Or maybe you're stepping up to a big boy truck (Ford) for the above double tow. 
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Posted By: Hollywood
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 2:20pm
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Yes you got the 65' part right but there is more. I can't find anything yet that clearly states "[recreational] triple tow not allowed" but the verbiage here indicates it's not. http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/Docs/TN/htm/TN.621.htm" rel="nofollow - http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/Docs/TN/htm/TN.621.htm Sec. 621.205. MAXIMUM LENGTH OF VEHICLE COMBINATIONS. (a) Except as provided by this section, a combination of not more than three vehicles, including a truck and semitrailer, truck and trailer, truck-tractor and semitrailer and trailer, or a truck-tractor and two trailers, may be coupled together if the combination of vehicles, other than a truck-tractor combination, is not longer than 65 feet. (b) A passenger car or another motor vehicle that has an unloaded weight of less than 2,500 pounds may not be coupled with more than one other vehicle or towing device at one time. This subsection does not apply to the towing of a disabled vehicle to the nearest intake place for repair. (c) A motor vehicle, including a passenger car, that has an unloaded weight of 2,500 pounds or more may be coupled with a towing device and one other vehicle. (d) In this section: (1) "Passenger car" means a motor vehicle designed to transport 10 or fewer persons simultaneously. (2) "Towing device" means a device used to tow a vehicle behind a motor vehicle by supporting one end of the towed vehicle above the surface of the road and permitting the wheels at the other end of the towed vehicle to remain in contact with the road. ------------- |
Posted By: Kiteboarder
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 2:26pm
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Not legal in Florida. Florida Law Max Vehicle Height: 13 1/2' Max Vehicle Width: 8 1/2' Combined Length: 65' Max Trailer Length: 40' Max Trailer Width: 8'6" Max Trailer Height: 13'6" Motor Home Length: 45' Two Vehicle Max Length: 65' Triple Tow Allowed: no Safety Chains Required: Yes Triple Tow Allowed: no |
Posted By: Air206
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 2:26pm
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Don't care what the PoPo says..... I like the concept.... Good on ya! ------------- https://tinyurl.com/y6t5e3bu" rel="nofollow - 04 Air206 http://tinyurl.com/9urzgls" rel="nofollow - 91 Barefoot 78 SkiTiq |
Posted By: Kiteboarder
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 2:33pm
| Thanks Hollywood, don't think I need to worry too much unless I take a long road trip out of state.. |
Posted By: Hollywood
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 2:36pm
iRV2.com seems to have a couple knowledgable folks.
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Posted By: Hollywood
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 2:39pm
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It's only a single PWC, but I've also seen cars fly off the highway avoiding smaller things such as an armchair or animal. Strap your stuff down good and use some beefy chains. I hope that welding was good! http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/DriverLicense/endrsRestrictions.htm" rel="nofollow - http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/DriverLicense/endrsRestrictions.htm Driver License Endorsements and Restrictions Endorsements Individuals may apply for an endorsement to be placed on their driver license. Depending on the type of endorsement, an individual may be required to provide additional information, complete a separate application, or pass a knowledge test specific to the type of endorsement the individual is seeking. The types of endorsements an individual can apply for are listed in the chart below: Endorsement Code Description H Authorizes the transportation of hazardous material (CDL only) N Authorizes the operation of a tank vehicle (CDL only) P Authorizes the operation of a vehicle transporting passengers (CDL only) S Authorizes the operation of a school bus (CDL only) T Authorizes towing two (double) or three (triple) trailers over a specified weight X Authorizes the operation of a combination of hazardous material and tank vehicle (CDL only) ------------- |
Posted By: rebel skier
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 2:44pm
| How do you back that up with two swivel points? |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 2:48pm
You really can't. Have you ever seen a semi tractor with two 20' "pups" at the terminal? They disconnect the rear pup and move it with the yard tractor. ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: storm34
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 2:53pm
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Dang, didn't know this would get such a rise out of everyone! Like they say in real estate....if you can't build out, build up!  .....or brother Ben does have an old flat bed sitting around at the farm. Imagine two 16' Correct Craft riding down the road on that! Here's a fancy application!  ------------- |
Posted By: Kiteboarder
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 2:53pm
| True, pull through only, don't try to backup. I did experiment to see what happens and I was only able to back up about 10' with someone spotting me. |
Posted By: Kiteboarder
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 3:04pm
| Hollywood a local welding shop welded it up, I just collected all the pieces, made a few cuts with a industrial bandsaw, and brought it to them. I had them make a couple tabs for the safety chains. |
Posted By: gun-driver
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 3:24pm
| I think it's a great set up/idea wish my stupid state would all something like that. |
Posted By: phatsat67
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 3:34pm
I know Paul  Effin Dodge------------- |
Posted By: quinner
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 5:05pm
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I thought Dodge's only came with the hitch up front, for being towed, not out back for towing?? |
Posted By: phatsat67
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 5:37pm
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I thought I would have to with that one. CQ. Got a new rear end set up by a competent mechanic now so we should be good. It always wined (which i thought was because of the 3.92 gear set) since I've owned it. Turns out it probably had an issue from day one and was excited further by the dingbat over tightening the pinion nut when the recall work was performed. Luckily it went out within the powertrain warranty (which I also think is going to but a new torque converter in it). ------------- |
Posted By: weitekampt
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 5:44pm
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If I ever learn how to post pictures I will post my 5th wheel camper and 93 nautique in tandem. Worked great. Was 63.5' from bumper to swimboard so I was cutting it real close being legal. I would have needed a permit to do this in Wisconsin but I did this for local trips to the lake and back 35 miles each way. Can't do it anymore because I went from 22ft 5er to a 34ft. I see people doing it but it is illegal as hell! Way too long! What I didn't think about at the time was the added tongue weight and sway control. If a person was going to do this much, they really need to have heavy tires under the boat trailer. You are putting more strain on things than what you would think. Also, do you have brakes on the boat trailer that work and work WELL!!??? I never got in a emergency situation, but I would have crapped down both legs if a situation ever presented itself. Just make sure your brakes are in primo condition on the boat trailer! Safe travels! ------------- 1993 SkiNautique ProTec 2009 Boatmate trailer. 1240 hours on meter. http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1559&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1991&yrend=1995 - 1993 Ski Nautique |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 6:04pm
Sounds a regular Saturday night, right Zach?? That pic has been posted somewhere on the site, Todd... I remember seeing it. Awesome shot! |
Posted By: gun-driver
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 6:32pm
 Especially when the cows tip the wrong way |
Posted By: 81nautique
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 6:41pm
I got you covered Sally 
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Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 7:01pm
Todd! After 8 years you still haven't figured it out?  At least Alan's got you covered. BTW, where have you been?------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: Air206
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 7:20pm
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Hey Todd (and EVERYONE) - I came across this in another forum - it is awesome! Automatic web resizing and html markup.... drop onto this web page, copy and paste the resultant code into your post, and viola! Ya'll check out https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/201045551/Forums/PhotoUpload/RV.NET-Photo-Upload.html" rel="nofollow - Photo Web resizing - Posting The "click to enlarge" functionality works on other forums - not here. Bookmark this site and use it - it's fantastic and SIMPLE! Steve ------------- https://tinyurl.com/y6t5e3bu" rel="nofollow - 04 Air206 http://tinyurl.com/9urzgls" rel="nofollow - 91 Barefoot 78 SkiTiq |
Posted By: IAughtNaut
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 7:35pm
I know how to post pics but that's pretty slick. If you can't figure that out there ain't enough F12 in the world... ------------- bring the ruckus http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=5347" rel="nofollow - 2000 Pro Air |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 8:00pm
Steve, FYI, I used your link and a warning pops up on my computer stating it's an unsafe site. ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: JPASS
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 8:04pm
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Prior to the most recent site update I would have to resize all my pics. Since then I just upload them as is. I believe the site resizes them for you. ------------- '92 Correctcraft Ski Nautique |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 8:06pm
So does photobucket and many here have used it for years. Just set your profile on the site to the size you want. ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: Air206
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 9:45pm
Pete, Don't know what to tell ya. Since I don't manage the sites, I can't speak to their safety protocols. What I can tell you is: the site is a Dropbox site (which is very secure and not malicious).... it is linked to create a weblink through Imgur.com (pronounced Image-er) which is the image host site. Folks have been using Imgur site for picture sharing for years safely. Google Dropbox and Imgur to feel more confident....then change whatever web-safe program is warning you about those sites. The greatest part about that link is you can post not only .jpgs but also .gif, .png, .bmp, .tiff or .pdf files..... so almost all image formats. My above double trailer image is from the reference section .pdf. It's cool. The only thing I can't figure out is how long the link points to the image..... Months, Years, etc? ------------- https://tinyurl.com/y6t5e3bu" rel="nofollow - 04 Air206 http://tinyurl.com/9urzgls" rel="nofollow - 91 Barefoot 78 SkiTiq |
Posted By: Kiteboarder
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 10:26pm
 Cove on Lake Ray Roberts
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Posted By: weitekampt
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 11:00pm
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Thanks porkchop ------------- 1993 SkiNautique ProTec 2009 Boatmate trailer. 1240 hours on meter. http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1559&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1991&yrend=1995 - 1993 Ski Nautique |
Posted By: weitekampt
Date Posted: October-29-2014 at 11:03pm
 lord knows if this will work but thought I would try. Pete, I still hang around. My old 93 just keeps tickin so I don't need advise and I am not smart enough to help people either. So I just watch conversation! ------------- 1993 SkiNautique ProTec 2009 Boatmate trailer. 1240 hours on meter. http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1559&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1991&yrend=1995 - 1993 Ski Nautique |
Posted By: jbear
Date Posted: October-30-2014 at 2:14am
hey....I resemble that remark... nice looking rig Todd... felt bad for you for awhile Todd..even I know how to post pics..but then I saw you figured it out! john ------------- "Loud pipes save lives" AdamT sez "I'm Canadian and a beaver lover myself"... |
Posted By: storm34
Date Posted: October-30-2014 at 4:05pm
Another one from Wakeworld....Says he's from Ft Collins so I'm guessing that's Colorado.   ------------- |
Posted By: TX Foilhead
Date Posted: November-02-2014 at 11:55am
Why does everyone want to tow the camper first? This was from 2010 which wasn't the first year I had this set up. When I don't take the teardrop camper I put the bar behind the boat and carry a cargo tray with the coolers strapped to it. 
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Posted By: Gary S
Date Posted: November-02-2014 at 12:03pm
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And we were always told things are bigger in Texas ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1711&sort=&pagenum=1&yrstart=1966&yrend=1970" rel="nofollow - 69 Mustang HM SS 95 Nautique Super Sport |