Andersen Hitch Funnel

[IA Farmer]

I have an andersen hitch and if i am not within about 1/4 inch it will not go on. I see they sell a funnel that will allow a little more room for error. Has anyone used this funnel and does it work as advertised?

Thanks

[Desert185]

I don't have nor have I heard of a funnel. My tolerance seems to be more than 1/4", though. Don't know what to tell you.

[denverpilot]

A photo might be helpful. I'm not sure we know what you mean.

[Lic0rice]

http://www.andersenhitches.com/Images/Medium/pinbox-and-funneljpg20160329041356.jpg

[Desert185]

I would be concerned with using that funnel near the outer limits in that it might impose side loads on the gear legs as the trailer kingpin slides onto the ball. Fore/aft movement might not be an issue, but repeated lateral movement on the legs could be any issue. The way the legs attach to the trailer frame is a poor design, IMO. Another reason why I like the SteadyFast gear leg supports during a strong crosswind.

Edit: The other issue with that funnel is that it may have to be removed to check the torque on the Allens holding the adapter to the king pin. Hopefully, the funnel manufacturer provided holes for access to the Allens. They do loosen and need to be checked occasionally.

[IA Farmer]

http://www.andersenhitches.com/Images/Medium/pinbox-and-funneljpg20160329041356.jpg

Is this your rv or just a stock photo? If it is yours did you find it helpful at all?

I would be concerned with using that funnel near the outer limits in that it might impose side loads on the gear legs as the trailer kingpin slides onto the ball. Fore/aft movement might not be an issue, but repeated lateral movement on the legs could be any issue. The way the legs attach to the trailer frame is a poor design, IMO. Another reason why I like the SteadyFast gear leg supports during a strong crosswind.

Edit: The other issue with that funnel is that it may have to be removed to check the torque on the Allens holding the adapter to the king pin. Hopefully, the funnel manufacturer provided holes for access to the Allens. They do loosen and need to be checked occasionally.

Andersen hitch makes the funnel. I am not sure if they left holes for torque check or not.

[Desert185]

Is this your rv or just a stock photo? If it is yours did you find it helpful at all?



Andersen hitch makes the funnel. I am not sure if they left holes for torque check or not.

Really? Not on their website...

[IA Farmer]

Really? Not on their website...

New hitches come with them standard. It looks like there are holes to tighten the allen screws in the funnel.

https://www.andersenhitches.com/Products/3220--aluminum-ultimate-5th-wheel-connection-2-gooseneck-version.aspx

Tweetys has them as an option.

http://tweetys.com/andersen-3244-ultimate-connection-ball-funnel-for-kingpin-coupler-block.aspx

[Desert185]

Thanks. Didn't see it in the accessory section.

[Canonman]

Just bought the Anderson Ultimate with my new Cougar. CW did not have any info on the funnel.
As a previous post stated, I thought all the new Anderson's came equipped with the funnel. After speaking with Anderson, they do not include this accessory with the hitch. it is a $150 add on. Not only a funnel but also requires a new ball with a longer neck to accommodate the depth of the funnel. They claim you can be as much as 3" off center and still make the connection. I did not buy one but it looks like a good idea.

[Desert185]

Just bought the Anderson Ultimate with my new Cougar. CW did not have any info on the funnel.
As a previous post stated, I thought all the new Anderson's came equipped with the funnel. After speaking with Anderson, they do not include this accessory with the hitch. it is a $150 add on. Not only a funnel but also requires a new ball with a longer neck to accommodate the depth of the funnel. They claim you can be as much as 3" off center and still make the connection. I did not buy one but it looks like a good idea.

I have never had an issue with mine without the funnel. Try it for a while and see how it works for you. I can guarantee that you're going to like how that Andersen Ultimate hitch tows.

Did you get the turnover ball version or the rail mount version?

[Canonman]

We've been out 3X now, about 1k miles. So far no issues w/sway or bucking or any of the issues we were warned about. Previous bumper pull was set up nicely with a WDH and anti-sway so were somewhat spoiled. Very happy with the Anderson. Decided to go with the ball mount instead of the rails but so far have not removed the hitch yet.
DW is getting real good at lining things up for me so we're going to pass on the funnel for now. Next planned adventure is a pull to Portland for the grandson's ball games. Then to Seattle for a few days with the darling daughter. Then down the Oregon coast for some photography and golf.

[Desert185]

I also have the ball mount with a B&W turnover ball. I didn't want the rails.

Enjoy the trip!

[gkainz]

We've got 2 years of using the Andersen now and I can't say I've had a day where I wished for the funnel. I did draw a nice dark line down the side of the block centered on the hole so my wife can line us up fore and aft a little easier.

[Desert185]

We've got 2 years of using the Andersen now and I can't say I've had a day where I wished for the funnel. I did draw a nice dark line down the side of the block centered on the hole so my wife can line us up fore and aft a little easier.

Exactly what I did. :)