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RTFMOK
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Apr 25, 2018

Help me pick a WD hitch

TT: 20' Sunline estimated 3700 dry to 4400 wet, not weighed
TV: '03 Tahoe 5.3L 4WD Z71 3:73

Looking at the Reese 49902 with 750 pound bars, comparing to an Equalizer.

Between the two, I am leaning towards the Reese as the chains make adjustment for varying weight easier. From what I have read, the Equalizer requires wrenches to make changes.

Also willing to consider other manufacturers.

Not sure this combo really requires WD, but still expect it to make for a better driving experience.

Thanks in advance, look forward to all your opinions!

13 Replies

  • My vote for Equal-i-zer, but I'm biased too!

    But, with a trailer as small as yours and as light weight, the Andersen is a good alternative. (note, Andersen spelled wieht an "e" not an "o") Click here.
  • I'd go with the Equal-i-zer, or another hitch that has built in sway control. They work better than the add-on sway control bars, and you can back up without removing them. Adjusting for different weight is simple, remove a set screw and relocate the bar saddles. Takes about 30 seconds.

    But Barney is right, once you have it set to your liking, you'll probably never change it anyway.
  • The Reese with the added on friction sway bar should work fine for your combination. That said, so would the Equal-I-zer. I would not worry about adjustments for varying weight - unless you plan on carrying loads of rocks like was done in the movie "The Long, Long Trailer". :W I would bet 99.9% of us never change the hitch settings once they are properly set in the first place. I towed with a similar Reese for quite a few years but used the Dual Cam system for sway control.

    I also feel that your tow vehicle will certainly need the assistance of WD. The Tahoe is primarily a passenger vehicle and not designed as a tow vehicle. It has soft rear springs with P tires and an engine that works great for everyday driving but not quite so well for towing a load. Keep in mind that there is a big difference between towing a small utility trailer and towing a travel trailer no matter how big or long, because of the frontal area and the windage of the overhangs behind the trailer axles. The Tahoe will tow utility trailers and pop-ups all day but may struggle with a travel trailer in my opinion. I would tow with that Yukon in your signature! :)

    The Sunline is a great trailer. They were well made and comfortable rigs. They are not the lightest one around though. Too bad they went the way of so many others during the recession and folded. Mine did the same.
    Good luck.
    Barney