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Jayco23FB
Explorer
Nov 19, 2013

Equalizer hitch with sway control

I would like to get a new equalizer hitch with sway control.
TT wt. = 6600 lbs.
Tng wt. = 680 lbs.
Add wt. = 100 - 200 lbs
total TT length = 26.5'
I do not want a friction control device. I also want a system that is not overly complicated to set up or hook up. I only notice sway when traveling on the freeway (60 mph) and when passed by a semi. Lastly my Silerado 2500HD has a 2.5" hitch I would like to use the hitch without the need of a reducer. I would love yur input and recommendations.Thank you.

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  • Ron3rd's avatar
    Ron3rd
    Explorer III
    Equilzer owner here, and it's a good hitch, but on that size trailer, check out the new Anderson hitch for your needs. Google the topic and read a bunch. Good solution for those with small trailers and the need for something simple.

    You said you don't want something complicated to set up, and I don't know what you consider "complicated", but the Equilizer and Dual Cam require some thought and effort to set up correctly. Once that's done, they're both good choices. The Anderson is much simpler and might suit you better considering the size of your trailer.
  • The Dual Cam is also a friction based system ,although more refined than the others.

    Either one wiould be a good choice rather than the traditional WD hitch. There are others also.
    Barney
  • :H The Equalizer IS a friction based anti sway system. Often folks use the TERM Equalizer in place of Weight Distributing System but Equalizer is a brand of weight distributing hitch that DOES use friction based anti sway integrated into the hitch.

    Reece Duel Cam is a system that uses detents in the spring bars fitting into cams to proactively control sway. Friction based anti sway will exert the same force in KEEPING the trailer/tow in a curve position as it does in keeping it straight. The Duel Cam exerts nearly zero force when straightening out from a turn but a whole LOT of force to maintain that straight line when going straight.

    The Equalizer is a very GOOD hitch so don't think I'm putting it down. Just understand that it IS a friction based system.

    Good luck / Skip

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