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  • Comparing Access and Truxedo Tonneau Covers for a 2011 Ford Ranger with a 6 Foot Bed
  • For me, between the Access Cover, # A22010109 and the Truxedo, # TX250101, I would go with the Access cover because it is as low profile design. It sits only 1/2 inch above the bed rails. The Truxedo cover is 1-1/2 inches above the rails. Given that the prices are about the same, what would sell me on the Access cover is that low profile design. In terms of keeping out water, the Access cover comes with a weather seal that runs along the truck bed sides and you can add a tailgate gasket,...
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  • What is the Difference Between the B&W RVK3300 vs RVK3305
  • I can confirm for you that there is a difference between the # BWRVK3300 and the # BWRVK3305 with the construction of the base of the hitch, which is where you get the difference in capacities between the two hitches. The 3300 is only rated for 20,000-lbs where the 3305 is rated to pull 25,000-lbs. They do look the same, but the difference will be in the construction and stiffness of the base on the two hitches. Both of these hitches are designed to fit in the factory pucks on Ford trucks,...
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  • Recommended Hitch To Carry A Bike Rack For A 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E
  • As we haven't had the chance to install either the Curt # C77ER or the Draw-Tite # DT92MR on a 2021 Mustang Mach-E, I went out and measured from the center of the first bolt hole to the end of the receiver opening on both hitches. The Curt will sit out a little further out at 14-1/4", and the Draw-Tite will be 13". With that said, I do agree that the Draw-Tite # DT92MR will be the better option due to it having a higher capacity and sticking out less than the Curt option. However, I do...
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  • Questions About Timbren Jounce-Style Springs for 2017 Ford F-250 Super Duty
  • It is true that the 8,600 lbs capacity Timbren Jounce-Style Springs # TFR250SDJ measures 6-7/8" altogether while the 8,000 lbs capacity Timbren # TFRTT350J for heavy duty (Severe Service Vehicle) applications measure 7" altogether. I went out to the warehouse and double-checked these measurements just now. The 1" space for the # TFRTT350J kit is optional and does not have to be installed. I know it seems a little weird about the pricing, but it is important to remember that these are...
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  • Comparing Curt Double Lock Gooseneck Hitch # 60720 to # 60683
  • The Curt Double Lock # C60720 and the Curt EZr Double Lock # C60683 are basically the same gooseneck hitch. The difference is in the installation. The EZr gives you the ability to ensure the hole you drill in the bed is perfect without the need to measure. It instead uses the Center locator tool that allows you to drill from the bottom up for a perfect fit. The regular Double Lock system simply requires measuring and then you drill from the top down. If you are good with a tape measure,...
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  • Comparison Between Curt C78KR and Draw-Tite 75234 Class III Hitches for 2020 Ford Edge
  • The price differential between the Draw-Tite # 75234 and the Curt # C78KR is basically a function of supply and demand and the current market price. The Curt hitch is a US made product, and has a higher demand right now which would explain why they're hard to keep in stock. As far as appearance, capacity, installation difficulty and quality goes, I'd place both hitches on the same level. Both hitches are well-constructed by companies that have a great reputation in the towing industry....
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  • Comparing The Reese 48 Inch Rails With The Reese 43 Inch Rails For 5th Wheel Hitches On 2015 F-250
  • On your 2015 Ford F-250, rail kit # RP50026-58 and rail kit # RP56016-53 are both a confirmed fit with custom brackets for your vehicle. If you want the easier to install outboard kit, the # RP56016-53 will give you more room to work on your F-250. The benefit of the longer rail of 48 inches versus the 43 inch rail # RP50026-58 is only the ease of install and aesthetic. Both rails will fit the industry standard 5th wheel hitches made by B&W, Curt, Demco Hijacker Premier Series, Draw-Tite,...
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  • Yakima FullBack Bike Rack For 2019 Ford Escape
  • The Yakima FullBack 3 # Y02633 is a confirmed fit for your Escape. It is a great rack and has many features including locks for your rack and your bike. Check out the attached video to see it in action.
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  • Purpose of Blue Ox Tow Bar to Roadmaster Base Plates Adapter and Roadmaster Adapter Kit for Blue Ox
  • Each are an adapter. The Blue Ox Tow Bar to Roadmaster EZ5, MS, and MX Base Plates Adapter, # BX88185 lets you use your Blue Ox tow bar with Roadmaster base plates. This works with direct connect base plates such as the EZ5, MS, and MX series base plates, but don't work with crossbar style baseplate kits. The Roadmaster Adapter Kit for Blue Ox Motorhome Mounted Tow Bars, # RO64FR is a kit that adapts Blue Ox motorhome-mounted tow bars to Roadmaster direct-connect-style baseplates or to...
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  • Why Do Some 7-way Plugs Use Dual Contact Surfaces
  • A 7-way (female) vehicle socket like # PK12-707E has a single blade contact; these fit in between the dual contact surfaces in a (male) trailer plug like # 54006-059, # 277-000143 or # A10-7W10 and the connector (type BB) shown in your photo. Some 7-way male plugs will use a single blade contact, such as the plug on Hopkins 7-way extension # HM20049. This item's female socket and male plug happen to both use the single contact. Both types are compatible with each other. The Bargman Double-Ended...
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  • Comparing B&W Companion 20K and 25K 5th Wheel Hitches for 2019 Ford F-450 with OEM Pucks
  • There actually are no drawbacks to using the 25K B&W Companion # BWRVK3305 instead of the 20K B&W Companion # BWRVK3300. The price is higher, yes, but the 25K only has a shipping weight that is 10 more pounds than the 20K. The hitch head is actually very easy to remove which just the weight of the hitch in about half making it little easier to install/remove. Since both fit the OEM puck system on your 2019 Ford F-450 Super Duty I recommend going with the 25K for the exact reasons that...
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  • What Is The Difference Between The BAK Revolver X2 And X4s Tonneau Covers
  • There are a few differences between the BAK Revolver X2 and X4s tonneau covers. The X4s is the newest cover available by BAK, so it includes a new matte black finish on all sides, whereas the X2 will be matte on the top, and then silver on the bottom. The X4s will also have a sleeker more flush side rail than the X2, and the list goes on. Basically the X4s is the newest and best of the Revolver line. Between the two, I do prefer the look of the new X4s covers. As to the fitment for your...
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  • Comparing B&W Companion and Curt PowerRide For 2023 Ford F-450 With Factory Puck/Prep Bed Mounts
  • Personally I prefer the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch # BWRVK3305 over the Curt PowerRide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C48BR. With that said the Curt is rated for 30,000lbs while the B&W is only rated up to 25,000lbs so if you need to tow a trailer weighing over 25,000lbs you will want to go with the Curt. I prefer the B&W as it is made in the USA and has the quality B&W is known for. While Curt does not have a bad reputation I do not like the Wear Plates # C52WR on the Curt and if they...
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  • Are The 7,500LB or 5,000LB Firestone Air Bags Springs Better For a 2023 Ford F-250 Super Duty?
  • I recommend going with the 5,000lb Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs # F35FV on your 2023 Ford F-250 super duty. These have a capacity which is higher than what your F-250 is even capable of supporting on the rear axle. The 7,500lb Firestone Ride-Rite Red Label Extreme Duty Air Helper Springs # F95FV are going to be overkill and will not have any benefit over the 5,000lb springs on your F-250. With the 5,000lb springs only having a psi rating up to 100psi it also allows you to use...
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  • 4-Pole Wiring Harness Kits for 2016 Ford Transit T250 & T150
  • The Curt # C56327 is a confirmed fit on both the 2016 Ford Transit T150 and T250 if they do not have the factory trailer wiring setup. This has custom-fit connectors that plug in at your taillight wiring; it has a white ground wire that will attach to the vehicle metalwork; and it has a single power wire that you will need to run up to the engine compartment to connect to the battery + terminal using the supplied fuse holder. The power wire for either kit can be run on the outside of...
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  • Comparing Firestone and Air Lift Air Helper Springs on 2015 Ford F-350 Super Duty
  • The Firestone Ride-Rite Red Label Extreme Duty Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle # F2703 are a higher quality system when compared to Air Lift. Firestone bags use a rolled crimp seal which keeps the bags securely anchored and does a better job when compared to the metal bands Air Lift uses. These Firestone bags also have four layers of reinforced rubber compared to two layers on the Air Lift. Another nice part about the Firestone is that they do not require drilling for the installation,...
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  • Comparing CURT Class III Trailer Hitches for a 2008 Ford Escape
  • The CURT Trailer Hitch # 13650 and # C13651 are very similar. The 13650 has some additional hardware and updated instructions that make it compatible with the 2012 Ford Escape. The 13651 hitch only includes up to 2011 on the Ford Escape. The other difference is that the C13651 will fit if the vehicle has a factory 1-1/4 hitch already installed. I have incldued a link to the installation details for the 13650 as well as a video showing a typical installation. If you plan on doing some towing...
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  • Comparing Reese Base Rails with Inboard and Outboard Installation Kits for 2015 Ford F-150
  • Either base rail and installation kit will work for your 2015 Ford F-150 and your Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch with Square Tube Slider # RP30051. Both kits are custom fit applications that will use pre-drilled holes in the frame of your truck for installation. The main difference between the # RP50087-58 and the # RP56034-53 kits is that the # RP56034-53 kit uses an outboard installation kit versus the inboard installation kit in the # RP50087-58. The outboard installation kit makes...
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  • Difference Between Roadmaster Direct-Connect & Crossbar-Style Base Plates on 2021 Ford F-150
  • The difference between the Direct-Connect # RM38VR and Crossbar-Style # RM58VR that fit your 2021 Ford F-150 is the type of tow bar that they accept, and the ease of connection. The direct-connect base plates allows you to simply connect your tow bar right to the base plate, eliminating the need for a middle man - the crossbar - so it is definitely the route I recommend: - Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM38VR Along with the base plates, there are a number of other things...
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  • Recommended Jounce-Style Suspension Enhancement for 2015 Ford F-350 Super Duty 4 WD with Sag
  • Between the Air Lift AirCell Custom Helper Springs Kit # AL52215 and SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs # SSR-114-54 you will definitely want the SumoSprings. The AirLifts are not a confirmed fit for your 2015 Ford F-350. They're made for Fords no newer than 2012. The SumoSprings are a great product, and will work to level your truck under the weight of the kingpin.
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