Blue Ox Alpha or Aventa II - have both, which to keep?

[vsheetz]

Have both, need to decide which tow bar to keep. We have an Blue Ox Aventa II (the older Aventa, no ball). Bought another coach which came with a Blue Ox Alpha.

The Aventa II was bought used about 4 years ago, don't know how old it is. Was checked and rebuilt year before last by BO while at Quartzite. Rubber on handles is a big checked, paint a tad failed. Works fine. Rated 10000 lbs.

The Alpha is about 2 years old. Is in better looking condition than the Aventa. Works fine. Rated 6500 lbs.

Tow a Modified Jeep Wrangler that tips the scales at about 5000 lbs.

Which should we keep, and why? The other goes on Craigslist.

Thanks!
Vince

[bluepill]

I like the Aventa, and having a higher rating makes me think that it is less prone to failure in an accident situation than a lower rated bar.

[cwit]

I agree.

[ahicks]

I have a very "experienced" Aventa II that I trust, can get replacement parts for, and is easily inspected and serviced as required. It would get my vote.