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07-31-2017, 04:07 AM
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Andersen Hitch
I am new to FW RVing and looking for opinions of the Andersen hitch used with a gooseneck hitch. I have a one ton GMC dually that has a frame mounted gooseneck ball. The Andersen hitch seems to be a good option but I haven't actually talked or otherwise communicated with anyone who has used this hitch. Your response will be greatly appreciated.
https://andersenhitches.com/Catalog/...onnection.aspx
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07-31-2017, 11:07 PM
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Welcome.
I use that hitch and it works great. Easy to install and remove. We have Short bed Dodge Dually. No issues with turning with the cut backs of the front corners of the FW. What I like best is not having to check to make sure the jaws of a traditional hitch are locked. You know this is locked and no chance of losing the FW.
Rick
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2015 Ram 3500 SLT Mega Cab DRW, SS Nerf Bars, Andersen Ultimate Hitch, ATTA Freedom Fill System
Living Full Time in a 2015 39MB Tan & Burgundy Urban Clay/Caramel, Wineguard Dish, Res Fridge & Induction Cook Top, myRV Linc Remote, MorRyde 8K IS, Titan Disk Brakes, 17.5 Sailun S637's
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07-31-2017, 11:32 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by GTXRAS
Welcome.
I use that hitch and it works great. Easy to install and remove. We have Short bed Dodge Dually. No issues with turning with the cut backs of the front corners of the FW. What I like best is not having to check to make sure the jaws of a traditional hitch are locked. You know this is locked and no chance of losing the FW.
Rick
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You know that it is locked as long as you lock it. 
I too have the Andersen and enjoy the ease of use. As it is an unconventional hitch, be prepared for an unconventional response from RW should you be so unfortunate to experience a structural or cosmetic failure that is blamed on your Andersen.
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2013 36FL
Cindy and Tom, Toby and Kasey (our Berner and Newfie)
Oh...I forgot the five kids.
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07-31-2017, 11:56 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by spindrift
You know that it is locked as long as you lock it.
I too have the Andersen and enjoy the ease of use. As it is an unconventional hitch, be prepared for an unconventional response from RW should you be so unfortunate to experience a structural or cosmetic failure that is blamed on your Andersen. |
You sure it has to be locked?
Missed locking mine once, did not loose the RW. I would not recommend towing with it unlocked. Just so you all understand.
Rick
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2015 Ram 3500 SLT Mega Cab DRW, SS Nerf Bars, Andersen Ultimate Hitch, ATTA Freedom Fill System
Living Full Time in a 2015 39MB Tan & Burgundy Urban Clay/Caramel, Wineguard Dish, Res Fridge & Induction Cook Top, myRV Linc Remote, MorRyde 8K IS, Titan Disk Brakes, 17.5 Sailun S637's
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08-01-2017, 01:22 AM
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If not locked all it would take is the right bump or bridge joist and you could kiss that pretty redwood good bye
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2015 36RL pushing a 2015 Denali
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08-01-2017, 01:37 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by GTXRAS
You sure it has to be locked?
Missed locking mine once, did not loose the RW. I would not recommend towing with it unlocked. Just so you all understand.
Rick
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Yes, I'm quite sure. For all the reasons Shane outlined.
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2012 F350 KR CC DRW w/ some stuff
2013 36FL
Cindy and Tom, Toby and Kasey (our Berner and Newfie)
Oh...I forgot the five kids.
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08-01-2017, 03:05 AM
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I confess I forgot to lock mine once but only made it to the end of the street before I remembered. Also in Canada it is considered a gooseneck mount and safety chains are required. I use them.
John
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2017 GMC 3500HD Denali DRW pulling a
2018 RW3901MB, Disc Brakes, Dual ACs, Auto Sat Dish,
Stack W/D, 5500 Onan, Andersen Ultimate Hitch, 400 Watts of Solar fun!
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08-01-2017, 03:26 AM
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Does your RW have the MORryde kingpin? If yes, any issues hooking up to the Anderson hitch? Curious if it provides even yet additional pulling comfort.
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08-01-2017, 03:31 AM
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John
Those little safety chains will not stop the trailer if it gets loose
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08-01-2017, 03:38 AM
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I have a Trail Air RotoFlex from Lippert. I can't imagine it being much more comfortable. If it didn't give that push and pull motion once in while I am afraid I would forget it was there.
Shane, I agree. In fact I hope you are right. I'm not sure I wouldnt rather see it sail off away from me. But it's the law here, and a logical argument won't get you out of trouble with the law.
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2017 GMC 3500HD Denali DRW pulling a
2018 RW3901MB, Disc Brakes, Dual ACs, Auto Sat Dish,
Stack W/D, 5500 Onan, Andersen Ultimate Hitch, 400 Watts of Solar fun!
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08-01-2017, 04:43 AM
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I could be wrong but if my memory is still a little bit there a few years ago I remember reading the warrantee on one particular manufacturer and if completely voided the structure part of the warrantee if a gooseneck was used to tow.
Steve
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Retired 2014 Redwood 36FL and 2015 GMC Denali 3500 DW Duramax but Now a 2020 Tiffin Allegro Bus with a 2022 GMC Canyon Denali toad.
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08-01-2017, 04:59 AM
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Steve I think you are right. During my research period I found mentions of manufacturers that said they would not cover warranty issues and then some that would, sometimes they said both yes and no. I don't recall what Redwoods position was. Andersen does supply a supplemental warranty that is insured to cover you should the manufacturer refuse coverage. Here is what was provided with my purchase.
https://andersenhitches.com/uploads/...ate%202015.pdf
I suppose this would be a good time to disclose my name is John Andersen but there is no connection. Just a coincidence.
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2017 GMC 3500HD Denali DRW pulling a
2018 RW3901MB, Disc Brakes, Dual ACs, Auto Sat Dish,
Stack W/D, 5500 Onan, Andersen Ultimate Hitch, 400 Watts of Solar fun!
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08-01-2017, 08:43 AM
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That's funny.
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2012 F350 KR CC DRW w/ some stuff
2013 36FL
Cindy and Tom, Toby and Kasey (our Berner and Newfie)
Oh...I forgot the five kids.
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08-01-2017, 03:55 PM
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The country singer? I really like your music!
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Danny & Linda
Full-timed 10+ years
Former '13 FB owner
Traded '13 GMC Denali DRW D/A
Currently rv & truckless
Replacement undetermined
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08-01-2017, 04:18 PM
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Nah....he's an Anders0n not AndersEn. Besides he is old!��
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2017 GMC 3500HD Denali DRW pulling a
2018 RW3901MB, Disc Brakes, Dual ACs, Auto Sat Dish,
Stack W/D, 5500 Onan, Andersen Ultimate Hitch, 400 Watts of Solar fun!
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08-02-2017, 01:07 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by boatguy
Nah....he's an Anders0n not AndersEn. Besides he is old!��
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Sorry! Didn't notice your age from here. LOL!
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Danny & Linda
Full-timed 10+ years
Former '13 FB owner
Traded '13 GMC Denali DRW D/A
Currently rv & truckless
Replacement undetermined
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