Nice comparison on trailer hitches. I have had the Weigh Safe for about 5 years. The only problem I have ever had is that I live on dirt road and the hitch to truck pin rusted in the sleeve. Other that than, it has been a great hitch
A lot of us that are using our hitches for industrial use don't worry about cosmetics. Hands down for strength and durability and all around recovery and towing comfort the bulletproof hitch is the way too go
If you have a GM with the Multi-tailgate option B&W makes 2 versions, 2inch and 2 1/2 inch that will clear the inner tailgate drop function. You didn't mention, but the B&W is American made with American steel.
Bulletproof hitch all day long. Have had mine for 4 years pulled 2000 lbs all the way up to 25,000 lbs iv got around 100,000 towing on it. Great for being adjustable. a little pricey but absolutely worth it. plus they make a solid shackel recovery as well. And towing pintal trailers is easy. I will not buy any other company.
Just a tip . When loosening or tightening the ball and nut version turn the drawbar 90 degrees in the receiver it is easier to apply torque to the nut . Kurt draw bar is solid forged steel . You are correct stay away from tube draw bars .
I have you the B&M for years. Because I tow a lot and use different trailers. The ball change on the B&W make it easy. If the B&M had a solid shaft as the Bullet proof. I don't believe you would need anything else.
I’m no expert on trailer hitches, but I had an idea. You could make a trailer hitch with an angled steel bar. The bar would be set at a 45 degree angle, sloping downward away from the car, until it’s only one foot from the ground. So if your car gets rear-ended by another car, the front end of the car behind should hit the angled steel bar, and then be projected upward. That should significantly reduce the force of the impact.
I have a good old non adjustable Triball with a hook. Not heavy duty but is more than capable of holding anything my f150 can tow. It's good for utility trailers and car haulers.
At first I didn't grease. But I noticed the excessive wear and chipping of the coating and figured it couldn't hurt. It's a bit messy but worth it as much as I'm hooked to a trailer.
Anyone that tows much ought to know a little rust or alot of it isn't going to affect a solid tow ball or hitch. May not be very much to look at but it's for working not looks.
i see the same thing too, 3/4 or 1 ton trucks towing a 14k gvwr trailer with one of these 6 or 7500 lbs rate ball mounts , and im over here towing the same tailer with a forged 17k rated ball mount and 25 k ball with a f150 lol, great review by the way
Supposedly they have a great warranty. If mine fails I will send it in for repair. I have several warranty claim videos on the channel. It would fit right in.
To some it may not matter but to others it will matter. Some of these hitches get used a lot for show trucks and others for work horses. I’m simply sharing my experience and the differences between the different types and brands.
i use a 1/2 inch air impact to install the ball, and the ball i have is a 30k rated and doesnt have a way to grab it with a wrench thats why i need the impact
I think this also depends on what you're towing, the tow vehicle and how often. I'm going to be towing my tritoon pontoon boat (it's big though.....25'.....31' with the trailer and the boat has a V-8 engine in it ffs...behind my 2015 GMC Yukon Denali. I have no doubt that Bulletproof is nice but after researching this I'm going to go with the aluminum Weigh Safe. Also, they make it available in more than just the 4" drop you show (I only need a 4" drop but am ordering their 6" drop just to have more flexibility) until the end where you show the 6" drop version. Except for short towing in the spring and fall to get my boat in and out of storage I'm really only doing a long trip once a year or so.
Some of those.. which I have.. are top hitches.. BUT.. when you promote for the Ultimate hitch.. You need to step it up a notch and compare any an all of those mentioned here to the Rhino Hitch.. which I also have. There is no other hitch in it's class.
That’s awesome to hear. We tried to have as many hitches for this video as possible. Unfortunately our UA-cam revenue only goes so far. Sometimes we are able to justify added expenses through our landscaping business to bring more products to the channel we otherwise could not. We did reach out to Rhino Hitch to see if they wanted to provide a hitch for review and they declined. Perhaps we can justify the expense in the future.
Somebody has probably already mentioned this in the comments but the Dodge pick up truck 3500 with a 6000 pound ball it’s not scary because he’s probably only pulling a little trailer rated at 6000 pounds or less. It’s possible he might have another trailer hitch that is heavy duty with a larger ball for a larger trailer in the cab of his truck, IF he has a larger trailer?
You are very correct and hopefully that it the case. But the larger point I was trying to relay is that there is unfortunately many hitches and balls that are on the road and underrated for their application. My main point was to ensure load ratings were correctly matched for safety. I’m sure there is more than a few people that have a $20k trailer that thought a $300 hitch was expensive.
@@ThriftyGarage there is no doubt. I myself like to get one that is overkill for the actual weight I will be towing. For example I’d like to have about a 20,000 LBS hitch and ball for my 14,000 LBS trailer . Yes, it’s more expensive, but I like to KNOW my stuff is more than adequate to handle the task.
I'd like to go with the B&W but they're not compatible with a sway control bar🤔. Bulletproof is the only one I'm finding (in 10" drop that is) with an optional ball attachment for the sway control.
They were invited but declined. You are not the only commenter to recommend Gen Y. Which hitch of theirs do you use and recommend? Mega-Duty or Boss Torsion-Flex?
I have the B&W Tow and Stow and just flipped it today have it rise vs drop. I'm towing a tritoon. Not sure if I'll see any difference but curious if you've used them in that way yet?
That would work to get the ball off the ground. But I'm not sure how that would work with the internal scale components. I purchased a longer drop and now it can be stored inverted.
I haven’t personally used the Rhino hitch. But it looks like an excellent option. One thing to note when determining the best hitch is what are your metrics for success? Tow capacity? Ease of use? Longevity? Cost? It will depend on the given user what is most important for their circumstance.
What do you know about Reese hitches? Bought a 5" inch drop, 2" ball and insert at a flea market for $10. Now I gotta buy something to tow with my 2000 Durango.🤔
I’ve never used the Gen-Y hitch. If someone from Gen-Y wants to send one for product testing I’d definitely do a review video. It’s been about a year since I did my initial hitch reviews. Here in several weeks I’ll start my after use review on these hitches now that they have had some tow time.
I’m gonna tow for the very first time,with a new 2020 ridgeline,5,000.00 lb capacity,want to tow a utility trailer,from California to South Dakota,don’t have anything yet but the truck alone???
Sounds like you are doing your research. A few beginner tips would be to make sure your weight is distributed properly (front to rear and side to side). Also probably obvious but secure your load and double check your chain, hitch latch and wiring connections as well as tire pressure.
When you’re watching this guy’s review and decide to stop because he wasn’t smart enough to figure out to turn the way safe upside down to lock it in backwards lol
Really informative. Thanks. Just a curiosity question, have you had any experience with the Rhino Hitch? I would be curious to see you do a review of that
If you don’t know the weight of your trailer then you’ve got bigger problems... you should take your trailer to a weigh station and know how much your trailer weighs empty. Otherwise you have no clue how much payload you can carry.
That is very possible. But with a dually I would expect a heavier trailer, not lighter. Otherwise it’s not worth the extra maintenance of two extra tires. I don’t know what this particular truck tows. But my point still stands, far too many towing setups are not rated for the task they perform.
I like this drop hitch’s but I believe They are as strong as your weakest link in which case they’re looking steaks that holding the ball ⚽️ It’s funny they’re ready for a lot of weight but the stakes are all the same what that means it’s all garbage
I was unsure at first. But after doing my own R&D I have determined it significantly reduces wear. t's a mess but it definitely makes a difference and it makes since. There are some hitches that have a composite material for the top half of the ball that are intended for a grease less application.
It will give you an all around better towing experience. Best for lowering noise levels, and keeping corrosion to a minimum. Incase you were looking for a place to get hitch lubrication - www.bulletproofhitches.com/collections/drop-hitch-accessories/products/bulletproof-trailer-hitch-grease
Yes, I was shown years ago a light coat of grease saves your ball and the inside of the trailer. I now use a very light coat of white lithium grease. Works wonders.
@@ThriftyGarage If you run it as a drop hitch all the strain is on the bottom edge of the square tubing and there is a potential to tear it open like a pop can. That hitch relies on the weld only in the drop hitch position.
I also have several Weigh Safe hitches. They do not stand behind their products or the engineering of them. Sad, because this could be a great product. I contacted them in regard to a 3 year old product, and they told me that they don't support it. WHAT????? Would not recommend to anyone !!!
Dude! Love this video! I just had my B&W tow and stow stolen off the back of my truck. I liked it, but found the adjustment to sometimes be more irritating than just swapping out my hitch. The shank also started to rust by the end but I could fix that by going stainless. The one other thing is the ball ended up getting chewed up on both side from having it down low while towing and it dragging on the pavement/concrete. Because if this I'm thinking of picking up the weigh safe, I like that it's light and adjusting it up and down is likely nicer. Downside is flipping the ball will be tougher.
Thanks for sharing your experience and feedback on the B&W. The only disappointment I have with the aluminum hitches is that they oxidize. Steel rusts, aluminum oxidizes. I need to do an updated review on these hitches. I switch back and forth between the Bulletproof and Weigh Sage, mostly for testing and comparison purposes. I gave the B&W to a buddy for testing and I’ll be doing a long term review with him on that in an month or so.
I have that weight safe hitch , it's junk , after towing that stainless ball reported from aluminum, I have a huge play in that ball head doe to aluminum worn out around stainless steel ball , customer service is horrible, !!!!
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Thank you for replying
B&W Stow and tow is the best hitch I've ever owned.
Nice comparison on trailer hitches. I have had the Weigh Safe for about 5 years. The only problem I have ever had is that I live on dirt road and the hitch to truck pin rusted in the sleeve. Other that than, it has been a great hitch
I have a WeighSafe too, love it and it was pretty affordable as well as far as "fancy" hitches go.
A lot of us that are using our hitches for industrial use don't worry about cosmetics. Hands down for strength and durability and all around recovery and towing comfort the bulletproof hitch is the way too go
I agree! Capacity is the most important to me. Next is functionally and ease of adjustment or ball exchange.
You can turn the ball around on a Weigh-Safe hitch, plus it's made from billet aluminum with a stainless steel ball.
I like that the Weigh Safe has changeable balls and doesn't reduce ground clearance by flipping the ball over. Also they have a 1 7/8" ball.
I agree. In my experience with the dual ball hitches you scrape the ground in low clearance situations.
If you have a GM with the Multi-tailgate option B&W makes 2 versions, 2inch and 2 1/2 inch that will clear the inner tailgate drop function. You didn't mention, but the B&W is American made with American steel.
Bulletproof hitch all day long. Have had mine for 4 years pulled 2000 lbs all the way up to 25,000 lbs iv got around 100,000 towing on it. Great for being adjustable. a little pricey but absolutely worth it. plus they make a solid shackel recovery as well. And towing pintal trailers is easy. I will not buy any other company.
100% agreed. I will NEVER buy any other hitch. Bulletproof is definitely the way to go.
@@danielelij6997 what if they bend?
@@Grggeorge as loaded as I’ve had that hitch, trust me it wont bend
@@danielelij6997 I have it too and it bent with my empty trailer trust me it’s weak
@@Grggeorge lol I got a bridge in Brooklyn that I’ll sell ya to
I picked up a bullet proof with sway control to go cross country. Glad its a winner
B&W has 3 different hitches their GVWR go’s form 10,000 lbs 1/2 ton 14,500 lbs 3/4 ton 21,500 lbs 1 ton all great hitches highly recommend them
Yes, the B&W are built very nicely!
Just a tip . When loosening or tightening the ball and nut version turn the drawbar 90 degrees in the receiver it is easier to apply torque to the nut . Kurt draw bar is solid forged steel . You are correct stay away from tube draw bars .
I have you the B&M for years. Because I tow a lot and use different trailers. The ball change on the B&W make it easy. If the B&M had a solid shaft as the Bullet proof. I don't believe you would need anything else.
Agreed!
It'd be great if they had the third ball size 1 7/8
I’m no expert on trailer hitches, but I had an idea. You could make a trailer hitch with an angled steel bar. The bar would be set at a 45 degree angle, sloping downward away from the car, until it’s only one foot from the ground.
So if your car gets rear-ended by another car, the front end of the car behind should hit the angled steel bar, and then be projected upward. That should significantly reduce the force of the impact.
That’s a great idea!
I have a good old non adjustable Triball with a hook. Not heavy duty but is more than capable of holding anything my f150 can tow. It's good for utility trailers and car haulers.
There is a right tool for every job. It sounds like you have found the perfect ball mount for your needs.
Looks like i picked the right one! I have the B&W 9" with the 3 balls..
I think that’s a great choice! 👍
Ive never used grease on a bumper pull
At first I didn't grease. But I noticed the excessive wear and chipping of the coating and figured it couldn't hurt. It's a bit messy but worth it as much as I'm hooked to a trailer.
Anyone that tows much ought to know a little rust or alot of it isn't going to affect a solid tow ball or hitch. May not be very much to look at but it's for working not looks.
That's what I thought. Who gives a rat's a$$ about what it looks like, it's just a hitch for getting things done. Don't make a vocation out of it.
i see the same thing too, 3/4 or 1 ton trucks towing a 14k gvwr trailer with one of these 6 or 7500 lbs rate ball mounts , and im over here towing the same tailer with a forged 17k rated ball mount and 25 k ball with a f150 lol, great review by the way
😂 What setup are you using? Better to be overkill than over capacity IMO.
@@ThriftyGarage its a forged TowSmart from walmart, 2 inch drop like the curt you have, and the ball is a buyers products 25k ball
I just ordered a bulletproof hitch.
Congrats!🎉🎈🍾
Excellent information. Thanks.
Sweet video! I really love my b&w!!
The best!
Love my curt just works
The scale in the weigh safe is a great feature but it won't last long
Supposedly they have a great warranty. If mine fails I will send it in for repair. I have several warranty claim videos on the channel. It would fit right in.
I had to send mine in within a month of ownership. Complete garbage. Failed again a few months after. Garbage
Went over to bulletproof. Been happy
The weigh safe scale is still working for me.
I’ve a lawnmower where the pin drops in at the top as opposed to the side like all the ones in your vid - any help appreciated.
Thorough review
Why does it matter if the finish comes off of a ball? Do these actually wear out if you keep them greased?
To some it may not matter but to others it will matter. Some of these hitches get used a lot for show trucks and others for work horses. I’m simply sharing my experience and the differences between the different types and brands.
i use a 1/2 inch air impact to install the ball, and the ball i have is a 30k rated and doesnt have a way to grab it with a wrench thats why i need the impact
I think this also depends on what you're towing, the tow vehicle and how often. I'm going to be towing my tritoon pontoon boat (it's big though.....25'.....31' with the trailer and the boat has a V-8 engine in it ffs...behind my 2015 GMC Yukon Denali. I have no doubt that Bulletproof is nice but after researching this I'm going to go with the aluminum Weigh Safe. Also, they make it available in more than just the 4" drop you show (I only need a 4" drop but am ordering their 6" drop just to have more flexibility) until the end where you show the 6" drop version.
Except for short towing in the spring and fall to get my boat in and out of storage I'm really only doing a long trip once a year or so.
Weigh safe is a very nice option especially for the occasional tow vehicle. It’s very nice to know your tongue weight.
@@ThriftyGarage Well since that post now I'm thinking of B&W lol.
Would love to hear what you end up purchasing! We have several videos on the channel regarding hitches.
B&W hands down!
B&W is a very nice option!
Some of those.. which I have.. are top hitches.. BUT.. when you promote for the Ultimate hitch.. You need to step it up a notch and compare any an all of those mentioned here to the Rhino Hitch.. which I also have. There is no other hitch in it's class.
That’s awesome to hear. We tried to have as many hitches for this video as possible. Unfortunately our UA-cam revenue only goes so far. Sometimes we are able to justify added expenses through our landscaping business to bring more products to the channel we otherwise could not. We did reach out to Rhino Hitch to see if they wanted to provide a hitch for review and they declined. Perhaps we can justify the expense in the future.
Somebody has probably already mentioned this in the comments but the Dodge pick up truck 3500 with a 6000 pound ball it’s not scary because he’s probably only pulling a little trailer rated at 6000 pounds or less. It’s possible he might have another trailer hitch that is heavy duty with a larger ball for a larger trailer in the cab of his truck, IF he has a larger trailer?
You are very correct and hopefully that it the case. But the larger point I was trying to relay is that there is unfortunately many hitches and balls that are on the road and underrated for their application. My main point was to ensure load ratings were correctly matched for safety. I’m sure there is more than a few people that have a $20k trailer that thought a $300 hitch was expensive.
@@ThriftyGarage there is no doubt. I myself like to get one that is overkill for the actual weight I will be towing. For example I’d like to have about a 20,000 LBS hitch and ball for my 14,000 LBS trailer .
Yes, it’s more expensive, but I like to KNOW my stuff is more than adequate to handle the task.
Merci beaucoup pour votre video top bien expliqué 👍😁
Vous êtes le bienvenu
I'd like to go with the B&W but they're not compatible with a sway control bar🤔.
Bulletproof is the only one I'm finding (in 10" drop that is) with an optional ball attachment for the sway control.
Bulletproof is a stout unit!
gen y wasn't invited to the fight, it must be in a better weight class lol
They were invited but declined. You are not the only commenter to recommend Gen Y. Which hitch of theirs do you use and recommend? Mega-Duty or Boss Torsion-Flex?
@@ThriftyGarage I have a mega duty but I would love to try a torsion on my dump trailer
I have the B&W Tow and Stow and just flipped it today have it rise vs drop. I'm towing a tritoon. Not sure if I'll see any difference but curious if you've used them in that way yet?
Yes, they can work as a rise or drop hitch. Typically most of my trailers couplers are lower than the hitch on tow vehicles.
Cant you just flip the Weighsafe upside down (ball pointing downwards) when you reverse it to store it?...
That would work to get the ball off the ground. But I'm not sure how that would work with the internal scale components. I purchased a longer drop and now it can be stored inverted.
Hard to test for the best hitch when you don’t test the best hitch which is the rhinohitch
I haven’t personally used the Rhino hitch. But it looks like an excellent option. One thing to note when determining the best hitch is what are your metrics for success? Tow capacity? Ease of use? Longevity? Cost? It will depend on the given user what is most important for their circumstance.
What do you know about Reese hitches? Bought a 5" inch drop, 2" ball and insert at a flea market for $10. Now I gotta buy something to tow with my 2000 Durango.🤔
Look at the specs on it.
One thing I would say you missed is where they are manufactured I know B&W is made in usa and I believe I saw the weigh safe hitch is made in China
Weigh Safe is made in Utah.
B&W: Kansas, USA 🇺🇸
WeighSafe: Utah,USA 🇺🇸
How do you make milky snow?
What is your experience with the gen-y torsion drop hitch?
I’ve never used the Gen-Y hitch. If someone from Gen-Y wants to send one for product testing I’d definitely do a review video. It’s been about a year since I did my initial hitch reviews. Here in several weeks I’ll start my after use review on these hitches now that they have had some tow time.
I’m gonna tow for the very first time,with a new 2020 ridgeline,5,000.00 lb capacity,want to tow a utility trailer,from California to South Dakota,don’t have anything yet but the truck alone???
Sounds like you are doing your research. A few beginner tips would be to make sure your weight is distributed properly (front to rear and side to side). Also probably obvious but secure your load and double check your chain, hitch latch and wiring connections as well as tire pressure.
When you’re watching this guy’s review and decide to stop because he wasn’t smart enough to figure out to turn the way safe upside down to lock it in backwards lol
Do you have a better review video you would recommend?
Really informative. Thanks.
Just a curiosity question, have you had any experience with the Rhino Hitch? I would be curious to see you do a review of that
I haven’t used one yet. But I agree it would definitely fit well on the channel with our other hitch reviews.
I'm guessing the way safe is total no good if you don't know the weight of your trailer
If you don’t know the weight of your trailer then you’ve got bigger problems... you should take your trailer to a weigh station and know how much your trailer weighs empty. Otherwise you have no clue how much payload you can carry.
Very exciting video.Looking forward to your mail reply.
people look at me crazy when they see me use grease on the ball
I don't know why people are so against that. It's common knowledge that metal on metal parts need lubrication.
Fastway are the best
what if that dually is towing a small trailer
That is very possible. But with a dually I would expect a heavier trailer, not lighter. Otherwise it’s not worth the extra maintenance of two extra tires. I don’t know what this particular truck tows. But my point still stands, far too many towing setups are not rated for the task they perform.
Then why does he need a dually truck? My f150 can tow 6k all day, if he's only towing baby loads then he should consider a smaller truck.
I like this drop hitch’s but I believe They are as strong as your weakest link in which case they’re looking steaks that holding the ball ⚽️ It’s funny they’re ready for a lot of weight but the stakes are all the same what that means it’s all garbage
Get a tennis ball cut it and put it over ther ball with grease on it
Not paying that much for a hitch. Reese works for me.
Great! Everyone’s needs are different. If you have one tow vehicle and one trailer one non-adjustable hitch may suit your needs best!
I bought a weigh safe and it was broken out of the box. Thing is, I didn't use it for three years, and used it for the first time... Didn't work
How was it broken? Did you contact Weigh Safe about their warranty?
Wait... You're supposed to lubricate these?? -towing novice
I was unsure at first. But after doing my own R&D I have determined it significantly reduces wear. t's a mess but it definitely makes a difference and it makes since. There are some hitches that have a composite material for the top half of the ball that are intended for a grease less application.
@@ThriftyGarage interesting, thanks!
It will give you an all around better towing experience. Best for lowering noise levels, and keeping corrosion to a minimum.
Incase you were looking for a place to get hitch lubrication - www.bulletproofhitches.com/collections/drop-hitch-accessories/products/bulletproof-trailer-hitch-grease
Yes, I was shown years ago a light coat of grease saves your ball and the inside of the trailer. I now use a very light coat of white lithium grease. Works wonders.
bang bang bang i don't fuck with little nugas bang bang cheif keef lol
I will not buy online I want to support people's jobs and Communities i like the Bw
B&W is a great hitch! Luckily there are many local distributors for many of these brands. Most are also made in the USA!
That older drop hitch is not safe at all only welded to the bottom of the square tubing.
I’d take that over some of the cheap options like Onltco. Help me understand why you wouldn’t trust the stamped rating?
@@ThriftyGarage If you run it as a drop hitch all the strain is on the bottom edge of the square tubing and there is a potential to tear it open like a pop can. That hitch relies on the weld only in the drop hitch position.
Cool. Thanks for the context. I don’t use that hitch any longer.
@@ThriftyGarage It looks like you have some way better options :)
@@speedyburns1969 its a very light duty hitch. I couldn't see anybody putting more than 300 pound tongue weight on something like that.
Hey ladies this guy is single and ready to get... HITCHED.... 🤣🤣.. okay i will see myself out...
I also have several Weigh Safe hitches. They do not stand behind their
products or the engineering of them. Sad, because this could be a great
product. I contacted them in regard to a 3 year old product, and they
told me that they don't support it. WHAT????? Would not recommend to
anyone !!!
What hitch would you recommend instead?
You have several but wouldn’t recommend them haha
Dude! Love this video! I just had my B&W tow and stow stolen off the back of my truck. I liked it, but found the adjustment to sometimes be more irritating than just swapping out my hitch. The shank also started to rust by the end but I could fix that by going stainless. The one other thing is the ball ended up getting chewed up on both side from having it down low while towing and it dragging on the pavement/concrete. Because if this I'm thinking of picking up the weigh safe, I like that it's light and adjusting it up and down is likely nicer. Downside is flipping the ball will be tougher.
Thanks for sharing your experience and feedback on the B&W. The only disappointment I have with the aluminum hitches is that they oxidize. Steel rusts, aluminum oxidizes. I need to do an updated review on these hitches. I switch back and forth between the Bulletproof and Weigh Sage, mostly for testing and comparison purposes. I gave the B&W to a buddy for testing and I’ll be doing a long term review with him on that in an month or so.
They are ball mounts, not hitches
IMHO: I really don't like, nor do I trust, the cheap, Chinese clevis pin retainer spring clips!!!...
What do you prefer instead?
I have that weight safe hitch , it's junk , after towing that stainless ball reported from aluminum, I have a huge play in that ball head doe to aluminum worn out around stainless steel ball , customer service is horrible, !!!!