Dumb question about Towing with Sasquatch Bronco

[Balthezor]

I haven't towed anything with a lift. I just need to tow a Uhaul trailer for my mother. Do I need an adjustable height ball mount hitch due to the lift from the Sasquatch? Much appreciated the help.

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[IDyeti]

I have a 2" drop and a 8" extender. Clearing that spare tire is difficult without a drop and an extension or a long trailer neck (not expected on a Uhaul).

 

[Balthezor]

Thank you sir. That really helps.

 

[E. Davis]

Agree on the 2" drop. 3" drop should work as well. I went for the Draw-Tite Max hitch with the extended receiver to help with the large spare clearance. I know, I know, it is ugly as hell. It was a painful decision. But I tow a small boat and various small trailers a lot. It sticks out a few inches past the bumper, so I'll need to rethink this if I do any serious wheeling, as it will definitely reduce the departure angle.

 

[Paul Gagnon]

UHaul used to have a rule about not allowing their trailers to be towed by Broncos, Blazers, Jeeps etc with a removable top. Might want to check if that is still on their books.

 

[cyberfalco]

Ideally you want your trailer to be parallel to the ground for the best tow experience.

 

[gerby151]

UHaul used to have a rule about not allowing their trailers to be towed by Broncos, Blazers, Jeeps etc with a removable top. Might want to check if that is still on their books.

They require the hardtop to be on for trailer rental

 

[Lakelife36]

Agree on the 2" drop. 3" drop should work as well. I went for the Draw-Tite Max hitch with the extended receiver to help with the large spare clearance. I know, I know, it is ugly as hell. It was a painful decision. But I tow a small boat and various small trailers a lot. It sticks out a few inches past the bumper, so I'll need to rethink this if I do any serious wheeling, as it will definitely reduce the departure angle.

I need another 4" for my bike rack to clear the spare tire mount and for my utility trailer latch to clear the bottom of the spare, but am having a heck of a time finding anything that short. They're mostly 7" or 8" extenders. I never when thought about swapping out the entire reciever, but that may end up being the answer here.

 

[The Pope]

I need another 4" for my bike rack to clear the spare tire mount and for my utility trailer latch to clear the bottom of the spare, but am having a heck of a time finding anything that short. They're mostly 7" or 8" extenders. I never when thought about swapping out the entire reciever, but that may end up being the answer here.

What about using a hitch that has a longer Shank?
(distance between the pin that retains it in the receiver and where the ball mounts)
The one in the link below is 13.25" between those points.

https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Hitch-Ball-Mount/Brophy/BH20.html

 

[NC_Pinz]

What about using a hitch that has a longer Shank?
(distance between the pin that retains it in the receiver and where the ball mounts)
The one in the link below is 13.25" between those points.

https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Hitch-Ball-Mount/Brophy/BH20.html

A longer shank is preferred over an extender. Just make sure the drop fits with your Bronco. The one in the link has no drop.

 

[Lakelife36]

What about using a hitch that has a longer Shank?
(distance between the pin that retains it in the receiver and where the ball mounts)
The one in the link below is 13.25" between those points.

https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Hitch-Ball-Mount/Brophy/BH20.html

A longer shank is preferred over an extender. Just make sure the drop fits with your Bronco. The one in the link has no drop.

That would definitely help with the utility trailer, but I'd still be stuck with the bike rack. Or when using anybody else's regular-length hitch for a trailer with a different ball diameter.

 

[NC_Pinz]

That would definitely help with the utility trailer, but I'd still be stuck with the bike rack. Or when using anybody else's regular-length hitch for a trailer with a different ball diameter.

Extender is reasonable for a bike rack. For a different ball diameter, I don't rely on anyone else's equipment typically. Just get a multi-ball setup so you can swap to the three most common sizes. Easy enough.

 

[Bronco_Mo]

UHaul used to have a rule about not allowing their trailers to be towed by Broncos, Blazers, Jeeps etc with a removable top. Might want to check if that is still on their books.

It's still there; I'm not sure why...but I have an Outer Banks SAS with a soft top and UHAUL says they won't let me hook up to any of their trailers.

 

[tractorcrusher]

It's still there; I'm not sure why...but I have an Outer Banks SAS with a soft top and UHAUL says they won't let me hook up to any of their trailers.

Yeah we pulled a small trailer with my fiancé's Jeep JKU a few months ago and they only let her use it because she has a hard top.

I think their reasoning is if you pull a trailer with a soft top you might be inclined to open the top and have an enjoyable experience.

Seriously though, UHaul doesn't allow soft top towing for liability reasons (according to them). They think if you're in a rollover/accident there's a chance the trailer or parts/contents of the trailer can hit the passengers. Which I guess makes some sense...

 

[helifino16]

The one time I trailered anything on a borrowed trailer and hitch, the trailer was a little out of level. I also had to clip the Ball on the trailer and then move it into the receiver - I couldn't clip the lock - the spare was in the way. A drop of some kind is definitely called for.

Thanks for the good news about U-Haul. Will be sure to mention that taking the top off is not a consideration while towing.

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