It’s probably not the best idea to put it in the cab with you. I’m sure any firefighter or emt has a story of responding to a rollover where a jack or toolbox became a projectile smashed that persons face in. I’d keep it in a truck box if you had one.
If you hook a trailer almost every day like I do....that would be a pain in the ass, I did that for 3 months and eventually it became blah. Now I leave it in my receiver.
I have this hitch and you’re right, it’s a pain in the butt to put it in stow mode. Also, wish they made a single ball configuration, my 2” ball always drags the concrete with my low trailer.
I have this hitch. I never use the stow option tho, if I want it to not hurt my shin I just take it off. Main benefit is the adjustability and how easy it is to switch ball sizes.
Cool concept! But if im going to go through taking two pins out, sliding the hitch down and around then putting the pins back in why not just stick with a classic one pin hitch and slide it out?
It's a vanity thing. Most people that overpay for these hitches leave them on display because they think the rest of us care about what type of hitch they bought.
They truly are the best hitches made. I've owned one for many years. The only advice I could add is if you live in the north where snow and salty roads are the norm from November- March, be sure to either remove it or spray with silicone frequently
I coated the inside of the truck receiver and the hitch sleeve itself with a high grade marine bearing grease the day I bought my truck and hitch. Every so often I clean it all out and reapply. My truck is 6 years old and I live in upstate NY...the road salt capital of the world. I still have no rust on the useable portion of either the receiver or the sleeve. Sure, it's dirty and cruddy as hell but it's all trapped in the grease. No rust. It's a bit of maintenance a few times a year but worth it. Hitch slides in and out nicely every time.
@@SultanofSpey Agree. Or spray with silicone lubricant a couple times a year. My first one bought 14 yrs ago I didn't maintaine it and learned the hard way.
Just picked up the same B&W yesterday. I’m super pleased with it. The fit and finish is impeccable, and it gives me 1” adjustability, and USA made to boot. B&W all the way.
Wouldn’t it be easier to just remove one pin and take the whole hitch off when not in use? Lol. Not like it’s hard to slide it out of the receiver. (That’s what she said)
I'm dumping my Anderson for this hitch, however, I'm not stowing it. If you're close enough to my truck to hit your chin, then you're too close to my truck...get back!
I’ve watched 30 videos on the tow and stow and not in a single one does anyone grab the ball and try and rattle all those pins around. They are all so proud that they can flip it around backwards. I knew that the first time I looked at it. More interested in the slop factor. I know how to get rid of the slop in the shank, but what about the ball and adjustment pins?
A hitch helps small shitty cars hit your hitch and save your bumper. Fucks shins, use your eyes. Hitch has saved from rear end collisions twice for me.
If you pull multiple trailers then this is nice but if you have just one or two trailers then just get separate single hitches and keep them in your cab or covered box. Think about this, to stow it, you have to pull two pins, flip it, then install two pins. Why not just take out the whole hitch (one pin) and put the hitch in you cab or box.
Do you happen to know the height to the bottom of your hitch receiver? It's 18" on my F-150 and I'm trying to figure out which size drop to get the most flexibility without running the risk of scraping.
I know I am late to the party but I want to say that they are awesome products, I have one for my 1500 and going to get another one for my 3500. Thanks for great review
I need to do something about this multipro tailgate on my new Sierra. I guess this is an option but I never have a hitch in the receiver unless actually towing. It always comes out ones my boat is parked in the garage after an outing. I just hate the idea of it eventually rusting in place.
I have one of these hitches! It is amazing! I pull a trailer almost everyday so for me I never use this feature. I would constantly be flipping that back and forth. I have never found a better hitch though. High quality, tough, easy to adjust. I won’t buy anything else.
Thoughts on spare / replacement pins and clips? While I know the majority of the hitch can't be stolen (assuming you also purchase a locking receiver pin), but if someone were to pull the clips, and maybe the pins too, on hitch height and / or ball swivel, you could be in a world of hurt. At a minimum, I purchased a locking receiver pin, and a bag of 3 replacement clips. But also thinking about 3 spare pins as well. Thoughts ???
@@TackleJunky81 Thanks, just saw that they sell a pack of 3 B&W pins (with clips) for about $30 on Amazon. Ordered a pack to throw in my console .... just in case. ;)
So yes it's a sweet hitch and I'm not a cop and all but in New Jersey I do believe it's illegal to drive with your trailer hitch due to to the fact that if some asshole rear ends you your pretty much gonna f up their car. I think it's driven from insurance. With this hitch the ball is on the back side it wouldn't do as much damage. Like I said I'm not a cop a judge or the law but I did hear that as an old wives tale . I'm sure I'll hear crap from this but all states are different. I can sneeze in this state and someone wants to sue me for global warming or something dumb like that
If you own 1 trailer and pull twice a year, this ain’t for you. I’ve had the same hitch thru 3 trucks and it’s worth every penny. If you have multiple trailers it sure makes things easy when you gotta adjust the height or ball size.
The chances of animals🐇🐕🐺🐿️🦔 surviving when they 🦆 under the vehicle are reduced drastically when in stow mode lmao 😂😂 😂. That ball will definitely find its 🎯 everytime. Damn you b&w!
I now have a Ram Laramie 1500 with a BW 5" drop. All depends on the height of the trailer. To be honest I bought a new boat and when I measured for the drop I needed a 4" so I went with the 5", but after I hooked up to the trailer I had to keep raising the ball to where I didn't need any drop at all...so the weight of the trailer plays a roll as well. I'd measure and then go from there. There is a video on the BW site on how to measure.
@@jeromakazi1 I'm in the same boat, see what I did there? I'm ordering a boat as well, have a Ram 1500 and trying to determine the drop length. I think I will go with the 5 and even if I have to move it up that's fine. It's good to have the drop if needed for any lighter towing needs
I also appreciate a review from someone who actually uses it. I had to find my way through a couple reviews from people who hadn’t used it yet but posted reviews.
B&W lost hitch % with amount of drop I had for my truck my ram it couldn't be stolen my titan xd it looked possible I know Ford and Chevy they can..... bulletproof is good but heavy costly and paint does come off you need 2 locking pins minimum to keep ur 300$ hitch. Weigh safe was under 300$ it scales ur tongue weight they make aluminum and steel now it comes with a locking piece already and when you order ur hitch pin they key it to ur locker. Either way they are all American built your choice but I chose weigh safe 8 inch drop scored for about 250$
I have one too, nice job on explaining but the most important one is that the anti theft of the ball hitch. If your reciver sticks out to far they can steal your BALLS, but if your hitch sets in all the way to the receiver your Good, they cant remove the balls. B&W also sells that anti theft receiver adapter.
These hitches are nice!! Great video and thanks for showing us the features of this hitch! Now put that to good use, hitch up your boat and go catch a few big ones for us!!! :)
God damn this dude has more stickers than a cactus. 🤣🤣 In all honesty I bought a used Nissan Titan 2017 and the person that owned it had a 6,000 lb/10,000 weight distribution hitch which was under my towing capacity so I just recently bought a 8,000 lb 12,000 lb hitch and with my ball receiver and everything else I'm getting closer to the 9,000 pounds Max towing capacity and just because I don't tell if I need to use it I'd rather have it and not need it than to need it and not have it so your video was informational. I was just busting your balls on the cheesy joke on my initial comment but good information
i have this same hitch on my 2016 silverado, my balls spin around a lot easier than yours, yours look like they aren't as easy to spin around as mine, i love my hitch, i keep it stowed until i need it
I think it sucks! If you happen to drag your rearend..Bam!! there goes your balls! If they dont break off , Im sure they'll bend ! Someone will try to Steal it, and probabaly screw up your hitch..
That that money and buy something like this "Guide Gear Hitch Mount Mudflaps" and save rock chips in your Boat or Trailer...These attach right to your hitch,,There are several different brands to pick from!
The ball section can't be taken off while the hitch is attached to the truck. If someone breaks the lock on the truck then no matter the hitch it will be stolen.
TackleJunky81 seems a little extra. All that moving around. I think I’m gonna go with a geny bitch and put a heavy duty lock on it. Thanks for the videos!
Ridiculous...I like my hitch sticking out a bit. 1) It's not that hard to remember it is there, unless you are a tard 2) it protects the bumper from impacts. I've been rear ended once at a stop light...it was modest collision, and the hitch took all the impact. I didn't have a scratch on my truck, but the other car couldn't be driven away, 3). It protects your truck from backing collisions, 4) It provides a step to reach into the front part of the bed. A hitch sticking out is a non-problem. Besides, if you are really so dumb you can't see or remember your hitch, take off the ball part and store it in your lock box or in the cab. Note that the Curt Class V Commercial has the highest rated tongue weight available, 2700#, while the best BW is only 2100#. This is because the Curt has 1/2" gusset reinforcement behind hitch. BW doesn't have this, and can't, because of the dumb stow idea.
It would be easier to just pull 1 pin and take the hitch out and put it in the truck. Prevents corrosion on the hitch also..
It’s probably not the best idea to put it in the cab with you. I’m sure any firefighter or emt has a story of responding to a rollover where a jack or toolbox became a projectile smashed that persons face in. I’d keep it in a truck box if you had one.
If you hook a trailer almost every day like I do....that would be a pain in the ass, I did that for 3 months and eventually it became blah. Now I leave it in my receiver.
For a expensive one like this maybe. But I like leaving my hitches on. A little added protection from a rear-end collision 🤣
I have this hitch and you’re right, it’s a pain in the butt to put it in stow mode. Also, wish they made a single ball configuration, my 2” ball always drags the concrete with my low trailer.
I have this hitch. I never use the stow option tho, if I want it to not hurt my shin I just take it off. Main benefit is the adjustability and how easy it is to switch ball sizes.
@Rex Aydingo fuck yourself you spam bots!
Cool concept! But if im going to go through taking two pins out, sliding the hitch down and around then putting the pins back in why not just stick with a classic one pin hitch and slide it out?
penley_fishing can't adjust the level of front of the trailer with normal hitch is the only reason I can think of.
You DO know what the word "adjustable" means, right?
Because you don’t have to remove and store it.
It's a vanity thing. Most people that overpay for these hitches leave them on display because they think the rest of us care about what type of hitch they bought.
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i leave my hitch wide open. In Chicago it discourages people from rear bumping me when i park on the street.
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i_fish what a pos
@@MrSweeperUSA Yea, the people that bump into your car are pieces of shit.
They truly are the best hitches made. I've owned one for many years. The only advice I could add is if you live in the north where snow and salty roads are the norm from November- March, be sure to either remove it or spray with silicone frequently
Appreciate the tip bud and thanks for watching!
I coated the inside of the truck receiver and the hitch sleeve itself with a high grade marine bearing grease the day I bought my truck and hitch. Every so often I clean it all out and reapply. My truck is 6 years old and I live in upstate NY...the road salt capital of the world. I still have no rust on the useable portion of either the receiver or the sleeve. Sure, it's dirty and cruddy as hell but it's all trapped in the grease. No rust. It's a bit of maintenance a few times a year but worth it. Hitch slides in and out nicely every time.
@@SultanofSpey Agree. Or spray with silicone lubricant a couple times a year. My first one bought 14 yrs ago I didn't maintaine it and learned the hard way.
@@RH-qk5lt I would soak it in motor oil for about 12 hours once a year, I would also do that with the hitch lock too.
@@SultanofSpey smart man! I do as well.
Just picked up the same B&W yesterday. I’m super pleased with it. The fit and finish is impeccable, and it gives me 1” adjustability, and USA made to boot. B&W all the way.
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Wouldn’t it be easier to just remove one pin and take the whole hitch off when not in use? Lol. Not like it’s hard to slide it out of the receiver. (That’s what she said)
It’s easiest to (store) it in its place of use
I don’t take it off.
Ok so you have a lockable hitch. Why not just remove it when not in use. What's it take to pull the pin and put the hitch in the rear of the cab?
if you are going to pull two pins to rotate it to stow, why wouldn't you just pull 1 and put the hitch in the bed?
I'm dumping my Anderson for this hitch, however, I'm not stowing it. If you're close enough to my truck to hit your chin, then you're too close to my truck...get back!
Good call! 👊💪
The Andersen hitch is lighter but the B&W is easier to switch ball sizes.
I’ve watched 30 videos on the tow and stow and not in a single one does anyone grab the ball and try and rattle all those pins around. They are all so proud that they can flip it around backwards. I knew that the first time I looked at it. More interested in the slop factor. I know how to get rid of the slop in the shank, but what about the ball and adjustment pins?
There is a little slop but it doesn’t effect my dad that tows almost ever day with it, I wouldn’t worry about it.
like the idea but I have seen your hitch rust in after not removing after time seen I live in Illinois with snow and salt your thought
I'll definitely take it out during the Winter when I'm not using it.
Rusting in place keeps people from stealing it. 😋😋
I think that happens with any hitch, in the snow and salt .
@@upstateangler9575 Not the weigh safe made out of aluminum.
How do you attach a trailer to the side or bottom of the hitch?
It rotates, pick the size ball you need.
So you cant like attach a salt spreader and a trailer at the same time?
A hitch helps small shitty cars hit your hitch and save your bumper. Fucks shins, use your eyes. Hitch has saved from rear end collisions twice for me.
If you pull multiple trailers then this is nice but if you have just one or two trailers then just get separate single hitches and keep them in your cab or covered box. Think about this, to stow it, you have to pull two pins, flip it, then install two pins. Why not just take out the whole hitch (one pin) and put the hitch in you cab or box.
Like the lock however someone will walk off with your pins.
Buy locks with shackles that fit them that's what I did.
A real crook will get your stuff. You just have to make it harder for them and make them move to the next easy victim.
Do you happen to know the height to the bottom of your hitch receiver? It's 18" on my F-150 and I'm trying to figure out which size drop to get the most flexibility without running the risk of scraping.
There is a video on the BW site that shows you how to measure to get the correct drop.
It depends on the height of your trailer coupler. When the trailer is level.
Did you figure it out? I also have f150. Did you get the 3, 5 or 7 inch drop?
Good video. Nice truck. But I don’t get it. I can remove my hitch much quicker. And as of yet I haven’t hit my shin on it.
I know I am late to the party but I want to say that they are awesome products, I have one for my 1500 and going to get another one for my 3500. Thanks for great review
💯 brother! Appreciate you watching! 👊
How high are you from the ground have you had any issue with speed bumps or steep driveways scrubbing gr8 video!!
I don't have this truck anymore to measure, but I didn't have any issues.
Doesn’t rattle at all going down the highway with the load?
Not that I have noticed. I also use a locking style pin in my receiver that prevents it from rattling.
what is the name of the hitch pin
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Can this be used in the upside down position? I need a 4 inch rise and not a drop down!
Yes sir.
I need to do something about this multipro tailgate on my new Sierra. I guess this is an option but I never have a hitch in the receiver unless actually towing. It always comes out ones my boat is parked in the garage after an outing. I just hate the idea of it eventually rusting in place.
B&W actually makes a stow and go hitch just for trucks with the multi pro tailgate.
Is. That hitch pin b&w branded
No, but here's a video on it. th-cam.com/video/4ilcyyQtM0c/w-d-xo.html
Would be easier to get another receiver if you tow more than one trailer.
I have one of these hitches! It is amazing! I pull a trailer almost everyday so for me I never use this feature. I would constantly be flipping that back and forth. I have never found a better hitch though. High quality, tough, easy to adjust. I won’t buy anything else.
Appreciate the comment Jake!
I never flip it.
The only person I know that hits their shins is Bill Dance and we know that guy is a goof ball.
Thanks for watching!
Thoughts on spare / replacement pins and clips? While I know the majority of the hitch can't be stolen (assuming you also purchase a locking receiver pin), but if someone were to pull the clips, and maybe the pins too, on hitch height and / or ball swivel, you could be in a world of hurt. At a minimum, I purchased a locking receiver pin, and a bag of 3 replacement clips. But also thinking about 3 spare pins as well. Thoughts ???
Never hurts to have spares.
@@TackleJunky81 Thanks, just saw that they sell a pack of 3 B&W pins (with clips) for about $30 on Amazon. Ordered a pack to throw in my console .... just in case. ;)
Have mine for 7 month's now and no problems. Good video Jim and good product.
Thank you, brother!
So yes it's a sweet hitch and I'm not a cop and all but in New Jersey I do believe it's illegal to drive with your trailer hitch due to to the fact that if some asshole rear ends you your pretty much gonna f up their car. I think it's driven from insurance. With this hitch the ball is on the back side it wouldn't do as much damage. Like I said I'm not a cop a judge or the law but I did hear that as an old wives tale . I'm sure I'll hear crap from this but all states are different. I can sneeze in this state and someone wants to sue me for global warming or something dumb like that
The shin SAVER 2000. That is a dandy for sure.Thanks for sharing
👊💪Thanks for watching, brother!
I always keep my hitch pointed out, deters tailgaters and people parking too close. If they don’t like it, fuck em
If you own 1 trailer and pull twice a year, this ain’t for you. I’ve had the same hitch thru 3 trucks and it’s worth every penny. If you have multiple trailers it sure makes things easy when you gotta adjust the height or ball size.
I have 5 trailers is use three times per week. Worth every cent
Obviously, that method of "stowing" the balls, only works when the shank is mounted dropping down, not up...
The chances of animals🐇🐕🐺🐿️🦔 surviving when they 🦆 under the vehicle are reduced drastically when in stow mode lmao 😂😂 😂. That ball will definitely find its 🎯 everytime. Damn you b&w!
I'm looking at the Fastway hitch vs this one
Nice lock. Had a fool steal my hitch before, hoping it took their knee out before they stole it haha
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I drilled the pin holes out to fit match-keyed locks
They’ll just steal your ball assembly
The ball assembly can't be removed while the hitch is in the reciever.
Ah. 👍
That is so col. I'm impressed. Thanks for sharing and have a great one.
My pleasure, brother! 👊💪
Has anyone built anything to attach to this hitch for a sway bar?? Called B&W they don't make anything
Love your content! I was wondering if the 7" hitch is necessary for the ram 1500? Would a 5" hitch work?
I now have a Ram Laramie 1500 with a BW 5" drop. All depends on the height of the trailer. To be honest I bought a new boat and when I measured for the drop I needed a 4" so I went with the 5", but after I hooked up to the trailer I had to keep raising the ball to where I didn't need any drop at all...so the weight of the trailer plays a roll as well. I'd measure and then go from there. There is a video on the BW site on how to measure.
@@TackleJunky81 thanks for ur input. The problem is that the boat is in order, so I won’t be able measure.
@@jeromakazi1 gotcha, hard to say without a measurement, but I can't see a 5" drop not working for you.
@@jeromakazi1 I'm in the same boat, see what I did there? I'm ordering a boat as well, have a Ram 1500 and trying to determine the drop length. I think I will go with the 5 and even if I have to move it up that's fine. It's good to have the drop if needed for any lighter towing needs
I adjusted the one trailer so I wouldn’t have to change the height as often.
Why? It's just a gadget. I can fit two (maybe three) draw bars in my SUV's side cubby hole.
I never once considered moving my hitch where it wouldn't be tripped over. That's part of being a guy.
Great video packed with product knowledge !! Live how you put everything through a vigorous test before giving your reviews!👊💪
Thank you, brother! 👊💪
I also appreciate a review from someone who actually uses it. I had to find my way through a couple reviews from people who hadn’t used it yet but posted reviews.
It's not something I can't live without seems kind of gimmicky to me it's much easier just to pull the receiver out and set it in the bed of truck
I rarely ever tow with my truck (about once a month) I never “stow” it just because it acts like a bumper in case of a crash.
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Don’t forget the security ring so they can steel you hitch track.
Looks gimmicky... easier to pull just 1 pin and stash hitch. I use a ball hitch and a Clevis hitch . Switch all the time.
Is it really easier to do 4 pin maneuvers to hide this versus 1 pin maneuver to throw the whole thing in a tool box or under a back seat?
I still see jacka- pulling all those pins if left on in a parking lot. For no other reason than to be a prick.
One day your gonna be standed because someone took your pins. Shoulda bought a weigh Safe set up there even cheaper and lock.
B&W lost hitch % with amount of drop I had for my truck my ram it couldn't be stolen my titan xd it looked possible I know Ford and Chevy they can..... bulletproof is good but heavy costly and paint does come off you need 2 locking pins minimum to keep ur 300$ hitch.
Weigh safe was under 300$ it scales ur tongue weight they make aluminum and steel now it comes with a locking piece already and when you order ur hitch pin they key it to ur locker.
Either way they are all American built your choice but I chose weigh safe 8 inch drop scored for about 250$
I think it’s time for a new intro video!
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Nobody has to be that close to my truck. My hitsh stays on
What does this have to do with "Don't be that Guy"??
I have one too, nice job on explaining but the most important one is that the anti theft of the ball hitch. If your reciver sticks out to far they can steal your BALLS, but if your hitch sets in all the way to the receiver your Good, they cant remove the balls. B&W also sells that anti theft receiver adapter.
Video starts at 1:30
These hitches are nice!! Great video and thanks for showing us the features of this hitch! Now put that to good use, hitch up your boat and go catch a few big ones for us!!! :)
Thank you, Eric! 👊💪
Another great and informative video
Ty, brother! 👊💪
This hitch is on my wish list for sure thanks for the video🎥
You'll dig it! 👊💪
eBay is best price
God damn this dude has more stickers than a cactus. 🤣🤣
In all honesty I bought a used Nissan Titan 2017 and the person that owned it had a 6,000 lb/10,000 weight distribution hitch which was under my towing capacity so I just recently bought a 8,000 lb 12,000 lb hitch and with my ball receiver and everything else I'm getting closer to the 9,000 pounds Max towing capacity and just because I don't tell if I need to use it I'd rather have it and not need it than to need it and not have it so your video was informational. I was just busting your balls on the cheesy joke on my initial comment but good information
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I've been meaning to pick one of those up forever.
You'll dig it, man! 👊💪
I recently bought one of these after spending $100 on a cheaper adjustable hitch. I should have just spent the money on this one in the first place
It's solid! 👊💪
@@TackleJunky81 When you pay for quality, you only cry once
i have this same hitch on my 2016 silverado, my balls spin around a lot easier than yours, yours look like they aren't as easy to spin around as mine, i love my hitch, i keep it stowed until i need it
Same hitch. Yea. I’m that guy ...
Lol, it happens.
Couldn’t they easily steal the 3 balls?
No, that piece can't be removed while the hitch is in the receiver.
@@TackleJunky81 oh cool!
Definitely a shin saver
For sure! Thanks for watching, brother!
thats absolute shit, did more work than to just remove it together. mine sits in my truck or in the tool box.
its easier to just remove it and store it.
I think it sucks! If you happen to drag your rearend..Bam!! there goes your balls! If they dont break off , Im sure they'll bend ! Someone will try to Steal it, and probabaly screw up your hitch..
That that money and buy something like this
"Guide Gear Hitch Mount Mudflaps" and save rock chips in your Boat or Trailer...These attach right to your hitch,,There are several different brands to pick from!
Looks to easily stolen
The ball section can't be taken off while the hitch is attached to the truck. If someone breaks the lock on the truck then no matter the hitch it will be stolen.
TackleJunky81 seems a little extra. All that moving around. I think I’m gonna go with a geny bitch and put a heavy duty lock on it. Thanks for the videos!
Ridiculous...I like my hitch sticking out a bit. 1) It's not that hard to remember it is there, unless you are a tard 2) it protects the bumper from impacts. I've been rear ended once at a stop light...it was modest collision, and the hitch took all the impact. I didn't have a scratch on my truck, but the other car couldn't be driven away, 3). It protects your truck from backing collisions, 4) It provides a step to reach into the front part of the bed. A hitch sticking out is a non-problem. Besides, if you are really so dumb you can't see or remember your hitch, take off the ball part and store it in your lock box or in the cab. Note that the Curt Class V Commercial has the highest rated tongue weight available, 2700#, while the best BW is only 2100#. This is because the Curt has 1/2" gusset reinforcement behind hitch. BW doesn't have this, and can't, because of the dumb stow idea.