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Old 04-15-2014, 05:18 PM   #1
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Pin Box Comparisons??? Suggestions Please

I have a 2010 Dodge 3500 with a B&W hitch. Just bought a new Cougar and looking at putting something like a Trail Air on it. I'm new to this and really don't have a clue which is best. My TV still has stock suspension and I may possibly do air bags later. I've been told the Trail Air is what I need but I would like more opinions than just someone wanting to sell me one. Also where can I find one??? I looked on Tweetys but didn't see one. They did have other types and brands though which raised my dilemma of which one is best. Thanks in advance for any help!

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Old 04-15-2014, 05:28 PM   #2
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There are 3 popular brands that you might consider - Mor/Ryde, Trail Air and 5th Airborne. Any one of the first two would be my choice - each one has been well received by members here. The 5th Airborne is less popular than the other two.

Try these sources: etrailer.com pplmotorhomes.com and tweetys.com

Not sure why you can't find the Trail Air on Tweetys. ????
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Old 04-15-2014, 05:50 PM   #3
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Thanks Festus!
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Old 04-15-2014, 07:53 PM   #4
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I went with a Trail Air Tri Glide on my Alpine, and WOW!!! Night and day difference. Would not tow a trailer of this size without EVER again. Trailer came stock with Trail Air Roto Flex, and while I'm sure it was better than an just a standard pin box, Tri Glide is THE way to go IMO.
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Old 04-16-2014, 02:58 AM   #5
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I went the MorRyde route and it works great...but the next one will be a TrailAir TriGlide! The bridge abutments on the east coast that are subject to frost are teeth rattling!
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Old 04-16-2014, 05:02 AM   #6
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Thanks for the info! I'm thinking the TriGlide also and mine just has a standard pin box now. I asked my dealer about the TrailAir when purchasing and he said "I wouldn't need it, that I would never even feel it"...well we do! We've only made 2 local weekend trips so far and the thing just beats us to death. I was hit by a drunk driver several years ago totaling my truck and leaving me with 4 herniated discs in my neck and back so the standard pin would NEVER work for a long haul. Heading back to Estes Park for 10 days around July 4th and I'll have one before then. Thanks for the responses!!!
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Old 04-16-2014, 05:12 AM   #7
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Thanks for the info! I'm thinking the TriGlide also and mine just has a standard pin box now. I asked my dealer about the TrailAir when purchasing and he said "I wouldn't need it, that I would never even feel it"...well we do! We've only made 2 local weekend trips so far and the thing just beats us to death. I was hit by a drunk driver several years ago totaling my truck and leaving me with 4 herniated discs in my neck and back so the standard pin would NEVER work for a long haul. Heading back to Estes Park for 10 days around July 4th and I'll have one before then. Thanks for the responses!!!
I would strongly suggest a set of airbags also
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Old 04-17-2014, 07:06 PM   #8
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I have the Fifth Airborne, and combined with my Hensley BD-3 air hitch I've got a very smooth ride. Almost forget I'm towing 5+ tons of trailer behind me. Just my opinion, and everyone has one, especially on this forum!
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Old 04-18-2014, 03:52 AM   #9
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Trail air all the way. I had a 5th airborne and the ride is much better with the trail air. You wont believe the difference when you change it. Well worth the money. Check e-trailer they have very good prices.
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Old 04-22-2014, 01:59 PM   #10
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I'm in the TrailAir Tri-Glide camp. Won't own a 5er without it from here on out. Now that I know, it will be on the trailer before I pick it up

The only minor drawback (I won't hide that there is one) is greasing the fittings on the Tri-Glide assembly. Not a big deal, but, has to be done and we tow a lot of miles. Got a rechargeable Lincoln grease gun and it takes all of two minutes once a week's worth of towing and its done. I work it in with the checking of the tires, wheel lug torque, etc.
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Old 04-23-2014, 11:06 PM   #11
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I wanted an air cushion ride. After researching the subject, I decided to put the air cushion in the hitch, not the pin box. I got the MorRyde pin box to reduce chucking (back and forth) which it's rubber pad does very well and a TrailerSaver air ride hitch for the up and down. The combination is very smooth.
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Old 04-24-2014, 03:35 AM   #12
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Pin Box air

I got the Trail Air Tri-Glide and am very happy! It took the jiggle out of my bellie
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