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L8173's avatar
L8173
Explorer
Jul 29, 2019

Time to pick your brains about anti sway bars ...

It's probably here already, but I'll ask anyway. I recently purchased an ATC 8.5X25 bedroom. I've yet to take possession because the dealer said that I need an Anderson Anti-sway hitch for it. Having not pulled something this large (30' and to end), I was reluctant to say no. First, I was told that this $750 hitch was necessary due to how large the trailer hitch is. Is this true? Meaning, are there others available? Secondly, I'm pulling with a 2019 F250 with a 6.7 diesel. Is the anti say bar/hitch really necessary? Obviously I'm a novice, so be kind, lol. Any input appreciated.
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  • dedmiston's avatar
    dedmiston
    Moderator
    Aug 01, 2019
    So L8173?

    What did you end up with? Have you brought your new hauler home yet?
  • Dirtclods's avatar
    Dirtclods
    Explorer
    Aug 05, 2019
    Your truck will pull it just fine. The anti sway bar/hitch is a good safety measure if and when you come across windy areas and you will.
  • L8173's avatar
    L8173
    Explorer
    Aug 05, 2019
    Thanks for all of the knowledge and input. We brought the toy hauler home, Anderson weight distribution and anti sway assembly worked perfectly. I say that because I had no issues. Passed by several semis going much faster than me, lol, and no issues. Only about a 15 mph wind. but again, it was fine.
  • 2001400ex's avatar
    2001400ex
    Explorer
    Aug 11, 2019
    I thought the 17 and up super duty didn't need weight distributing hitch because the way they designed the receiver. I know that was something Ford advertised.

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