Hyland hitch coupling on Jayco CT
Submitted: Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 19:26
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Dirk 32
Hi folks,
Have done my homework and decided I am going to replace the standard ball coupling on my Jayco Dove OB CT with a hyland hitch ball coupling (I know some people may argue I haven't done my homework)
These are my issues:
1) Have seen posts )not here) which suggest that you need a slightly taller (4mm) tow ball with the hyland coupling. Reason is apparently that the tow ball may come lose. I find this hard to believe but could you confirm or deny based on your experience please?
2) I could not find a hyland hitch supplier (and there aren't too many) which would supply a coupling base plate which would fit my standard Jayco drill hole pattern for mounting on trailer. Looks like I have no choice but to modify the trailer to make the new coupling fit? Any comments would be appreciated.
Thank you very much in advance for your feedback.
Cheers
Dirk
Reply By: Gone Bush (WA) - Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 20:05
Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 20:05
Dirk,
the Hyland does need a towball with a longer shank between the ball and the tongue (not the threaded part under the tongue).
Phew, it's like an anatomy lesson isn't it?
This is to ensure that the cowling of the hitch does not touch the tongue during articulation. If it does it's secure attachment to the ball could be compromised.
Otherwise it's an excellent hitch.
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Follow Up By: Gone Bush (WA) - Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 20:40
Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 20:40
I believe all 350kg balls have the longer shank (I'll stand corrected).
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Follow Up By: Dirk 32 - Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 21:01
Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 21:01
Interesting. How much longer is a longer shank? Are we talking mm or cm? Currently have a tow ball with 350kg rating. Do you still get tow balls with a lesser rating?
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Follow Up By: Member - Toolman (VIC) - Thursday, Feb 26, 2009 at 08:54
Thursday, Feb 26, 2009 at 08:54
I had a Hyland hitch on my caravan and was using a standard towball. I had great difficulty in unhitching the caravan after a days driving. I later found out I needed a different hitch with a longer shank. Get in touch with the maker of the Hyland hitch as I believe they sell or can advise you where to buy the suitable towball.
Toolman
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Follow Up By: Skippy In The GU - Thursday, Feb 26, 2009 at 10:28
Thursday, Feb 26, 2009 at 10:28
I think
mine has a 3500kg rating, you did mean 3500kg and not 350kg didn't you
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Reply By: Kim and Damn Dog - Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 20:06
Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 20:06
Gidday Dirk
Go ahead and do it. I’ve had other off roads hitches and found them to be a bloody pain to line up.
The Hyland performs the job very
well as an articulated hitch. I reckon you’ll have to have it welded on, but that’s not a big deal.
Ring a Jayco dealer and ask him to do the job.
PS I assume you have the off road version.
Regards
Kim
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Follow Up By: Dirk 32 - Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 20:58
Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 20:58
Thanks Kim,
One thing I most certainly won't do is to ask my Jayco dealer to do it for me. Bought the ct (NEW) a few weeks ago, had quite a few issues and nothing but trouble with the dealer - no name but it is a big dealer in VIC. Not just couldn't they be bothered checking anything but were inpolite, rude and absolutely useless. Some issues were unresolved and some questions unanswered when I picked it up again. Decided I am better off doing it myself. Very disappointing.
YES, we bought the outback version.
Dirk
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Follow Up By: Dirk 32 - Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 21:06
Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 21:06
...also, I don't really want to weld it on as the trailer frame is galvanised. It could be done of course.
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Follow Up By: Kim and Damn Dog - Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 21:43
Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 21:43
Dirk
I think I have a clue who you’re talking about. Not good (give me your money, then bleep off).
It’s doubtful if you’ll be able to bolt the hitch on, but I reckon there will be plenty of people on here helping you with advice if it needs to be welded.
Unfortunately I can’t recommend a good welder. There's a fella in Dandenong I used last year but can't remember his name.
Regards
Kim
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Reply By: Member - Old Girl (QLD) - Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 20:19
Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 20:19
Hi Dirk,
From a female point of view its another one of those marriage saver devices. I can also hook the van up by my self. Purchased and installed by our local caravan mob. Come in just over 300 I think.
Sharon
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Reply By: Top End Explorer Tours - Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 20:50
Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 20:50
Hi Dirk 32.
Is there any reason you didn't go with a Treg Hitch??
I never leave home without
mine.
Cheers Steve.
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Follow Up By: Dirk 32 - Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 21:04
Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 21:04
Steve,
Not really part of this discussion but I believe that much of that comes down to personal preference. Main reason was probably that it is easier to line up and I didn't see too many other disadvantages for what I want to use it for.
People seem to be very hapy with either of the two couplings.
Cheers
Dirk
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Follow Up By: Harry - Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 21:54
Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 21:54
G'day Steve, if you've had a Treg and had a Hyland, you would much prefer the Hyland, it's very forgiving when lining up, does not need to be spot on like your pin.
I have had 2 Tregs and will only use Hyland now.
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Reply By: Member - Ed. C. (QLD) - Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 21:05
Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 21:05
From my observations, most 50mm towballs sold nowadays seem to be of the taller shank variety anyway, and the Hyland works just fine with these...
As for advice on mounting (and indeed, supply), you may wish to contact
Trailer Warehouse
I've found him to be very helpful w/- various trailer parts, and he may be able to advise you on the best way to go...
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Follow Up By: Dirk 32 - Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 21:10
Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 21:10
Thank you Ed,
I have checked their website but not yet had time to contact them but I was going to.
Have heared they are friendly and helpful which is a good start.
Cheers
Dirk
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Reply By: gke - Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 21:22
Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 21:22
Hi Dirk, I suggest you give the manufacturer a ring on 07 3200 6261 as I had all my questions answered satisfactorily and now use a Hyland with happy results. Cheers Graham.
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Follow Up By: Member - shane (SA) - Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 21:32
Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 21:32
Dirk, where are you.
shane.
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Follow Up By: Dirk 32 - Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 22:08
Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 at 22:08
Shane,
Melbourne.
Dirk
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Reply By: Member - Peter H (QLD) - Thursday, Feb 26, 2009 at 15:42
Thursday, Feb 26, 2009 at 15:42
Hi Dirk 32
You may also be interested in the new Hitchmaster from Vehicle Components. I have previously used their AT35 hitch and found it excellent, although some find problems with lining it up. The new DO 25 is a "drop-on" design and rated to 2500kg. Have a look on their website – www.vehiclecomponents.com.au and scroll down towards the bottom of the Home page there is a Hitchmaster Logo. If you click on this it will take you to some video footage of testing of the Hitchmaster DO25. The cost will be around $387.00 incl GST.
Cheers,
Peter H
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Reply By: GypsyOne - Friday, Feb 27, 2009 at 11:05
Friday, Feb 27, 2009 at 11:05
You can purchase the Hyland hitch direct from Darren Hyland himself in
Brisbane and I think the number has already been provided.
I personally can totally recommend the Hyland hitch. I had one on my first CT a soft floor off road version, one on my second CT, a hard floor and off roader and now one on my 20 ft off road caravan.
Have done some pretty serious off road travelling with the CTs and never had any issues.
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