Stock LR vs. Mitch Hitch vs. Ritter — which one’s better? Opinions please!

I use the standard version for both the camper and now the caravan. As suggested, it allows the tow block to be used, or extra long hitches which the MH does too, but after I purchased mine, I decided at that point, it hadn't caused any issues so why bother. Sold it on, got my money back and spent it on other stuff.

Markus, as far as the shackles go, I use a large one through the ring, then two off that,,, no need to climb under to fit this gear. [wink11]

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Originally Posted by Ozzy119

Mitch hitch for me. The D4 standard one was too low for my camper trailer (KK) so for a while i used Hyman Reese height adjustable tongue to gain lift. But it was a heavy setup and made the whole assembly look very chunky. With the mitch I think the greatest pro is the saving on weight, form my previous arrangement. Surprising how heavy all that stuff is.

I keep the adjustable one for lowering down now, for boat / bunnings trailers etc.

Con - it does stick out at the rear, which you have to be aware of. (that said, it's also a useful nudge protector in car parks)

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Makes a good step also.

Mitch hitch for me too. I use it to tow my AOR Odyssey off-road camper trailer and the height is almost perfect, unlike the standard LR hitch which was way too low. It does stick out a bit and is fairly ugly but I think that is more than offset by its capability, especially for instance, for connecting the shackles. It also makes a good step as loanrangie said.

One thing I don’t like is that if I do leave the tongue and ball in situ my reversing sensors go crazy every time I reverse without the trailer on, so I always remove the the tongue nand ball.

Cheers
David

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Originally Posted by Odysseyman

One thing I don’t like is that if I do leave the tongue and ball in situ my reversing sensors go crazy every time I reverse without the trailer on, so I always remove the the tongue nand ball.

Cheers
David

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You need to cover 2/3 of the closest sensors (cover 2/3 closest to the tow bar) - the sensor still works but no sound from the parking sensors.

There are a few threads on this - clear plastic carpet savers from Bunnings - with 1/3 cut out.

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Mitch Hitch for me. Perfect level for my camper. Use a drop tongue for a box trailer to keep that level. I have a LRT and RWC so ugliness is not an issue. And I have a switched module to recognise led trailer connection, which turn off the rear sensors which would otherwise yell at the tongue sticking out of the hitch when reversing up, so a neat solution for that too.

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Originally Posted by BrianElloy

Getting ready for a Patriot X1 camper trailer and I’m thinking about upgrading my factory LR hitch receive


What do you guys reckon are the pro’s and con’s of stock vs. Mitch Hitch vs. Ritter?

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I have a Patriot X1, used the stock to begin with but it sits nose down. Ended up getting the Mitch Hitch (sorry no photo will need to take one)

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Originally Posted by bremund

I have a Patriot X1, used the stock to begin with but it sits nose down. Ended up getting the Mitch Hitch (sorry no photo will need to take one)

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Awesome. Couple of questions:

- how do you find the X1?
- what is the track on the X1 compared to the Disco?
- have you thought about swapping hubs and wheels on the X1 to match the Disco?

Quite frankly we looked at the options you have and simply went to our local tow bar supplier and had them make and fit an approved and 3500kg rated stepped hitch which has survived the last 4 years towing our Ultimate and now AOR Q+ for 3-5 months each year. The only issue we have experienced is having to repaint it once as a result of stone pitting. Apart from that and for $70 we reckon it works for us

Rob

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Originally Posted by winglen

Mitch Hitch for me. Perfect level for my camper. Use a drop tongue for a box trailer to keep that level. I have a LRT and RWC so ugliness is not an issue. And I have a switched module to recognise led trailer connection, which turn off the rear sensors which would otherwise yell at the tongue sticking out of the hitch when reversing up, so a neat solution for that too.

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+1

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Originally Posted by BrianElloy

Getting ready for a Patriot X1 camper trailer and I’m thinking about upgrading my factory LR hitch receive


What do you guys reckon are the pro’s and con’s of stock vs. Mitch Hitch vs. Ritter?

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Mitch for me also, and matched with the Treg coupler.

Another key importance in my (towing) experience(s) is getting your hitched levels right - i.e. the drawbar of your trailer to sit as horizontal (level) as possible when hitched. With the Patriot riding high, as will our Kimberely, the Mitch likely be a much better option.

I can send a few images of our well used Mitch if that helps?

GH