Can a higher receiver cause sway?
Question for you engineers and/or physics minded persons. Can a higher receiver position cause unwanted sway issues. Just got a 2013 Suburban 1500 with 8100lb tow package and I now have sway issues....
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Okay. Original post here with my take-away. I bolted a Curt XD heavy duty receiver on my 2013 1500 Suburban. Overkill? Yes, but any other option required bolts near the center of the hitch. This setup has pretty much eliminated the sway I was experiencing. Back from an 800 mile outing last week and I can now confidently tow in heavy traffic. In other words, the tail no longer and wags the dog. I know a 1/2 ton vehicle is not ideal for towing, but that's a whole issue in itself. I've towed about 25,000 miles with similar setups. I knew this situation was not right when I got the 2013, but now feel much better. As I said before, the wife likes the Suburban and a low mileage 3/4 ton is not readily available.
The receiver(ordered for a 2005 Suburban) bolted on directly with no drilling. I did shim it down 2"(probably need 2 1/2" to completely clear the plastic bumper) and I used a custom hitch cover to hide the factory receiver. I am satisfied and would not hesitate towing long distance now. I realize this is non-standard, but it works for me.
The receiver(ordered for a 2005 Suburban) bolted on directly with no drilling. I did shim it down 2"(probably need 2 1/2" to completely clear the plastic bumper) and I used a custom hitch cover to hide the factory receiver. I am satisfied and would not hesitate towing long distance now. I realize this is non-standard, but it works for me.
