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07-08-2009, 01:33 AM
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Thanks, guys. Appreciate the comments. Nice to know others have towed with their X5's, too.
Yeah, Rick, the trailer is definitely a bit off level. (It didn't look that bad in person, but looks like it in this picture.) I hadn't tested the weight on the hitch till the day before, and learned it was too short. I had hoped that the load inside the X5 of coolers and camp chairs and firewood and whatever would force the back end of the X5 down enough to compensate, but it didn't. The X springs were too strong, I guess. The hitch is from a Ford F150 4X4 pickup I used to have (and originally used to tow the trailer.) I'll be getting a longer drop hitch before the next trip, now that i know the one I have isn't long enough. Dave
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07-08-2009, 01:44 AM
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"When you do things right, people won't be sure you've done anything at all" (Bender, futurama) You make something idiotproof, they'll make a better idiot You think professional is expensive, just wait until you pay for amateur. Never let your sense of morals prevent you from doing what is right. Examine what is said, not who speaks. X5 pics RIP 4.6is..... 2003 4.6is 
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07-08-2009, 01:51 AM
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Well, of course! Duh! How did I forget that teensy detail? LOL!  Thanks! Dave
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07-08-2009, 09:53 AM
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Hey guys, I also noticed that I needed to get a longer drop for towing my trailer. I also was tired of the "thunk" I was getting when taking off from a dead stop, so I just purchased a cushioned ball mount with a 4" drop. Supposed to be delivered today - I'll give you a review once used.
Cushioned Ballmount Trailer hitch bike rack and trailer hitches - etrailer.com
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07-09-2009, 02:24 AM
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As for our towing we just got the OEM hitch KIT about a month ago and put it on ourselves. Installed in about 5 hours. We usually tow bikes and ATV so usually not more than 3000lbs with the trailer but the X does a wonderful job even with the I6 motor. Heavier loads or big mt passes I'm sure the V8's are killer. Happy towing all!
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07-09-2009, 04:37 AM
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07-09-2009, 03:23 PM
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07-09-2009, 03:29 PM
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