Re: Gooseneck hitch location?

Posted by Deas Plant. on December 01, 2003 at 00:06:12 from (211.26.8.13):

In Reply to: Gooseneck hitch location? posted by Indydirtfarmer on November 30, 2003 at 11:22:02:

Hi, Indydirtfarmer.
In essence it is no different from a semi-trailer tractor fifth wheel arrangement. You need to get some of the trailer weight forward of the rear axle to counter-balance the tendency to lift the front as the load comes on when you start pulling the trailer.

The lift at the front when pulling is pretty much the same as a farm tractor. It is caused by the pinion pushing down on the crown wheel in the diff. in its efforts to turn the axle against the resistance of the load. This is what causes tractors to rear up under certain circumstances.

Around 6" sounds pretty fair to me but this can vary a bit depending on the load you are pulling, the wheelbase of the towing vehicle, the height above the axle, etc..

Hope this helps.

You have a wonderful day. Best wishes. Deas Plant.

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