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08-04-2016, 08:39 PM #1
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2017 Reflection 337rls
Anyone have any experience with the receiver hitch on their Grand Design Reflection or any other Grand Design RV? The sticker above the hitch states a maximum weight of 300 lbs. Is that tongue weight or two weight? I have a Honda PCX150 and a cycle hitch that will be right at the 300 lb limit, maybe a few lbs over. Will it cause any damage to the frame or structure running at this weight? I haven't tried it yet, waiting to get opinions on what other owners have done. I may have to ditch the carrier and just double tow a small trailer for less tongue weight on the hitch.
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08-04-2016, 09:02 PM #2
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If it's states 300 lbs., you put more than that on it and it breaks, you're not covered by warranty. We have a Swagman RV bike rack with two comfort bikes on the back and it does fine. My main concern is the extra G-forces the carrier is subjected to bouncing around on the back of an RV. RVs are built and suspended differently than a passenger vehicle. The receiver is also a fair distance behind the trailer axles. Finally, the receiver was not designed for towing - there are no eyes for safety chains and no wiring for brake and running lights. Just my two cents worth...
RobU.S. Army Retired
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08-05-2016, 08:54 AM #3
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Dennis & Ellie
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08-05-2016, 09:34 AM #4
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Here another one but I'm not sure if would want to put that weight on the back of the 5er....
http://www.cruiserlift.com/swivelwheel.htmlDennis & Ellie
Current 2017 Newmar Ventana Class A & 1994 Airstream Excella Classic Limited Project
Sold - 310-GK-R Delivered 28 Oct 2016
2016 GMC Denali 1 Ton Diesel SRW Payload 3727LBS B&W Hitch
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08-06-2016, 04:10 PM #5
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I had the factory hitch removed and had a new hitch welded properly to the frame. The factory Hitch is in my option is not attached to the frame very well. I was told it was for just a bike rack at most.
Chris & Darcy
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08-06-2016, 04:45 PM #6
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Did they weld the original hitch to the same attachment point or is it a whole new hitch welded to a different spot? If you could send some pics I would appreciate it.
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08-06-2016, 05:47 PM #7
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The the factory hitch was removed and a new Class two hitch was built and installed and also a 7 pin RV Plug was installed. not all of the 7 pins were used, lights backup light and power were hooked up in the plug.
I can try to post pic if you would like.Chris & Darcy
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