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My new removable hitch..

tm america

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After getting stuck several times due to my fixed hitch hanging to low i wanted to make it removable but still be able to pull 10000lbs safely.So this what i came up with.It is 2.5x2.5id 1/4wall tube for for the reciever-up tube and 2x2id 1/4wall tube that runs side to side.The pieces that run up to the pintle are 5/8 x3 flat stock formed into an i beam .The plates on the sides where it goes to the frame are3/4x3 flat stock .All i have to do to remove it is remove the two grade 8 7/8ths bolts that thread into the nuts that are attached to the frame.It is guesseted with 1/4 inch place where the reciever tube attaches to the cross peice..It weighs around 80lbs and can be removed in about 5 minutes
 

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Kohburn

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nice and simple - the only thing I really want to do differently is avoid using bolts - I want to use hitch pins or other rated pins to make removal a 30 second task with no tools.
 

tm america

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Ya pins were in the original plan i just got backed up and wanted to actually get it on the truck..i'm gonna make brackets to use pins when the weather gets nice and i get all the other projects done...i already got the tube to make the pin brackets just need to do it:roll:if anyone else wants one let me know i can make em pretty cheap ..i can do them with a 2x2 or 2.5x2.5 reciever or both
 

tm america

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i can build and sell em for 150-175 .I will get an idea on shipping not sure if they would go ups or fed ex .I think they would just the size is the question
 

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if you do it so it uses pins then I am in for one with a 2" reciever. (dual reciever might be nice)
 

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Think your set up would hold up with the weight of a skid steer and tree saw.Wanting to fab something stout enough or purchase one of the Curt draw bars. Any input would be helpful.
 
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