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08-01-2019, 10:51 AM
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Location: Kingston
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North Pont rear hitch
Never thought about using the rear hitch for anything other then a tote carrier until, I found the Utah Carrier. Now I'm wondering why would Jayco or anybody install a hitch without a harness?
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Don & Donna Stout
E-9 Anchor Clanker
Full timers since 2010
2017 North Point 381 DLQS
2015 F-250 6.7 w/Timbrens
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08-01-2019, 01:15 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2018
Location: Dunkirk, MD
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What is a Utah Carrier?
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Jim R.
Dunkirk, MD
2018 Ram 3500 MC 4x4, CTD, DRW, w/ Max Tow
2018 Jayco NorthPoint 315RLTS
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08-01-2019, 02:49 PM
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Senior Member
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Location: Magnolia
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North Pont rear hitch
The hitch is only an accessory hitch meant for bike racks or cargo racks only. Since it should never be used to tow anything (they specifically say this), there would be no reason for any type of 7 way. However, it wouldn’t be hard to add one if you chose to use it for the Utah carrier
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2016 North Point 377 RLBH, with a few mods, disc brakes, shocks, Sailun g rated tires, wet bolts
2014 Ford F350 Platinum sold
2017 Ford F350 Lariat, CC, 6.7PSD, DRW, Trailer Saver BD3 hitch
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08-01-2019, 02:50 PM
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Location: Austin, Texas
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Quote:
Originally Posted by DonaandDon
Never thought about using the rear hitch for anything other then a tote carrier until, I found the Utah Carrier. Now I'm wondering why would Jayco or anybody install a hitch without a harness?
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How bout it Boats? What is a Utah Carrier?
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2021 Coachmen Freelander 29KB
2019 Jeep Wrangler Sahara
NSA Ready Brute Elite II tow bar
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08-01-2019, 03:34 PM
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Location: Natalbany Creek Campground, Amite City, LA
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Springhook
How bout it Boats? What is a Utah Carrier?
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????? Google doesn't know what it is 
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AL & JANET KRUEBBE
2019 PINNACLE 37RLWS
2018 NORTH POINT 315RLTS (TRADED)
2017 RAM 3500 DRW DIESEL/AISIN 4.10 AIR BAGS
B&W COMPANION TURN OVER BALL HITCH
Formerly from Sequim, WA
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08-01-2019, 04:11 PM
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Location: Austin, Texas
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Quote:
Originally Posted by AKRUEBBE
????? Google doesn't know what it is |
Fraid not.
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2021 Coachmen Freelander 29KB
2019 Jeep Wrangler Sahara
NSA Ready Brute Elite II tow bar
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08-01-2019, 04:49 PM
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Location: Magnolia
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Quote:
Originally Posted by AKRUEBBE
????? Google doesn't know what it is |
I think it is basically a cargo trailer with swivel wheels that is hitched to the back of an RV or camper.
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2016 North Point 377 RLBH, with a few mods, disc brakes, shocks, Sailun g rated tires, wet bolts
2014 Ford F350 Platinum sold
2017 Ford F350 Lariat, CC, 6.7PSD, DRW, Trailer Saver BD3 hitch
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08-01-2019, 05:49 PM
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Senior Member
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Springhook
How bout it Boats? What is a Utah Carrier?
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As was mentioned on the PINNACLE and NORTHPOINT it is for the cargo carrier only. JAYCO specifically states "NOT FOR TOWING"..anything. Label is even on the receiver.
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08-02-2019, 09:13 AM
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Location: Kingston
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Google Utah golf cart carrier"
Brings up several types.
Not wanting to travel a long distance with one but still....
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Don & Donna Stout
E-9 Anchor Clanker
Full timers since 2010
2017 North Point 381 DLQS
2015 F-250 6.7 w/Timbrens
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08-02-2019, 10:33 AM
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I use one made by swivel wheel found on craigslist for $450.00. I figured that was cheap enough to try. Had to add supports to strengthen hitch and weld on dual receivers. I was worried about the small tires running hot but with my TPMS found they run a lot cooler than the rv tires for tv tires. I guess it's because theirs not much weight on them.
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2021 Grand Design 351MR
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08-02-2019, 11:08 AM
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Location: Natalbany Creek Campground, Amite City, LA
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Quote:
Originally Posted by DonaandDon
Google Utah golf cart carrier"
Brings up several types.
Not wanting to travel a long distance with one but still....
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If that's an electric golf cart, that's a lot of weight!
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AL & JANET KRUEBBE
2019 PINNACLE 37RLWS
2018 NORTH POINT 315RLTS (TRADED)
2017 RAM 3500 DRW DIESEL/AISIN 4.10 AIR BAGS
B&W COMPANION TURN OVER BALL HITCH
Formerly from Sequim, WA
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08-03-2019, 06:59 AM
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I have been considering a cargo carrier with a ramp from Harbor Freight for my Pinnacle to carry a portable generator that weighs 236 lbs. Jayco support told me the receiver is rated for 300 lbs. The carrier weighs 55 lbs for combined weight of 291 lbs. I'm right at the limit. I'm concerned about the bounce and stress on the rear bumper of a 42' FW.
I would sure like to hear from those of you who are using a cargo carrier on your Pinnacle or NorthPoint FW, the weight you are carrying, and any modification you had to do make sure everything stays in place from cargo to FW.
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ETCrockett
2016 Jayco Pinnacle 38FLSA
2009 Ford F450 DRW
RVing all my life......1st Jayco
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08-03-2019, 07:42 AM
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Location: Magnolia
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ETCrockett
I have been considering a cargo carrier with a ramp from Harbor Freight for my Pinnacle to carry a portable generator that weighs 236 lbs. Jayco support told me the receiver is rated for 300 lbs. The carrier weighs 55 lbs for combined weight of 291 lbs. I'm right at the limit. I'm concerned about the bounce and stress on the rear bumper of a 42' FW.
I would sure like to hear from those of you who are using a cargo carrier on your Pinnacle or NorthPoint FW, the weight you are carrying, and any modification you had to do make sure everything stays in place from cargo to FW.
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I have used my hitch to carry my champion generator, generator box, propane tank and carrier. Not nearly as much weight as you but here’s what I did.
My cargo carrier is aluminum and light weight (got it at HF). I drilled a new hole in the shank so the carrier would be as close to the bumper as possible. Then I use a hitch clamp to eliminate bouncing. I also use ratchet straps to strap the cargo carrier to the bumper.
This provides a solid platform on the back of the trailer and has worked well for me. YMMV
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2016 North Point 377 RLBH, with a few mods, disc brakes, shocks, Sailun g rated tires, wet bolts
2014 Ford F350 Platinum sold
2017 Ford F350 Lariat, CC, 6.7PSD, DRW, Trailer Saver BD3 hitch
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08-03-2019, 07:56 AM
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Location: Natalbany Creek Campground, Amite City, LA
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Magnolia Tom
Then I use a hitch clamp to eliminate bouncing.
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Tom, for sure on the hitch clamp! I use one on my bike rack and what a difference. Absolutely no sway, bounce or anything.
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AL & JANET KRUEBBE
2019 PINNACLE 37RLWS
2018 NORTH POINT 315RLTS (TRADED)
2017 RAM 3500 DRW DIESEL/AISIN 4.10 AIR BAGS
B&W COMPANION TURN OVER BALL HITCH
Formerly from Sequim, WA
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08-03-2019, 08:07 AM
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Senior Member
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Location: Magnolia
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Quote:
Originally Posted by AKRUEBBE
Tom, for sure on the hitch clamp! I use one on my bike rack and what a difference. Absolutely no sway, bounce or anything.
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Yes indeed! Use it on our bike rack as well [emoji3]
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2016 North Point 377 RLBH, with a few mods, disc brakes, shocks, Sailun g rated tires, wet bolts
2014 Ford F350 Platinum sold
2017 Ford F350 Lariat, CC, 6.7PSD, DRW, Trailer Saver BD3 hitch
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08-03-2019, 09:17 AM
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Senior Member
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Location: Greenwood
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Thanks Tom and AKRUEBBE for the information. I also have a Champion generator that 7500W. It is good to know you didn’t have to weld any additional support to the receiver. I will make the mod for pin location and get a hitch clamp.
I will send pics when I got it all setup.
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08-03-2019, 10:07 AM
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Senior Member
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Location: Kingston
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Quote:
Originally Posted by AKRUEBBE
If that's an electric golf cart, that's a lot of weight!
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Thanks for the replys….
Not sure what the tongue weight is.
Understanding the hitch will support up to 300lbs.
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Don & Donna Stout
E-9 Anchor Clanker
Full timers since 2010
2017 North Point 381 DLQS
2015 F-250 6.7 w/Timbrens
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08-03-2019, 10:52 AM
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Senior Member
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40 ft FW + Utah Carrier + golf cart and a need to make a sudden lane change =
The fellow who went through this said never again..
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08-04-2019, 09:11 AM
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Location: Kingston
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Grumpy; You show a good point. Maybe a Toyhauler is an option.
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Don & Donna Stout
E-9 Anchor Clanker
Full timers since 2010
2017 North Point 381 DLQS
2015 F-250 6.7 w/Timbrens
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04-06-2021, 11:15 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Jan 2021
Location: Daytona
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What brand hitch did you use on the RV. I have swivel wheel. And will reinforce brackets but my RV didn’t come with the factory hitch.
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