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bmdakk
Explorer
Sep 30, 2017

new to WD hitch with some questions

Hello, I recently purchased a 22' Sun Valley Apache TT. TV is a 92 Chevy silverado SWB. when I hook it up the TV sags LOW. So I went and purchased an EAZLIFT Round bar WD Hitch(used). Im having some trouble hooking it up correctly or what I assume is correctly. I will include pics to show what I am having a dilemma on.

First Due to the welded angle brackets for the propane tanks, I cannot position the chains vertical, they are angled towards the back. Is this OK?

Second should the Bars be parallel with trailer frame?mine Hooked up as seen in pics seem to be angled up. The rear of the TV is an inch lower than unhooked and a 1/2 inch higher at the front bumper.

I am heading out on a trip this coming Friday. just want to make sure I have it hooked up right and safe. Thanks in advance
  • Trackrig's avatar
    Trackrig
    Explorer II
    Oct 01, 2017
    You can probably find a set of instructions for your particular hitch on line, maybe on E-Trailer, or You Tube.

    Bill
  • Lynnmor's avatar
    Lynnmor
    Explorer
    Oct 01, 2017
    Modify the brackets as needed to get the chains vertical. The bars should be level when finished, adjust hitch angle or height as necessary. Ignor the rear TV height and adjust bar tension to bring the front back by 1/2 to all of the change. If the rear sags too much, that would be corrected with the springs or other added suspension support.
  • Lwiddis's avatar
    Lwiddis
    Explorer II
    Oct 01, 2017
    "when I hook it up the TV sags LOW."

    WD hitch and bars isn't going to solve this issue. Your 25/26 year old truck is the problem. No 1500 truck should sag LOW when the tongue of a 22 foot TT is attached.
  • bmdakk's avatar
    bmdakk
    Explorer
    Oct 01, 2017
    https://www.flickr.com/photos/151886203@N08/37372326256/in/dateposted-public/

    https://www.flickr.com/photos/151886203@N08/37419525751/in/dateposted-public/

    https://www.flickr.com/photos/151886203@N08/37419524211/in/dateposted-public/

    https://www.flickr.com/photos/151886203@N08/37419523581/in/dateposted-public/

    https://www.flickr.com/photos/151886203@N08/37419522211/in/dateposted-public/
  • bmdakk's avatar
    bmdakk
    Explorer
    Oct 01, 2017
    pics are finally uploaded. I cant modify the brackets without cutting off the propane tank braces
  • atwowheelguy's avatar
    atwowheelguy
    Explorer
    Oct 01, 2017
    I had obstructions. The extra long set screws hit the welded cross brace. I shortened the set screws so the lift bracket could be placed right up against the cross brace. The propane bottle bracket was screwed to the A frame, so I moved it up against the power tongue jack. The chains are not vertical, but almost.







    The bars should be parallel to the frame. Adjust the tension by tilting the hitch head by adding or removing washers.















    It's up to seven washers now. With 780 lb. tongue weight, it is now returning 89% of the lifted weight to the steer axle.

  • atwowheelguy's avatar
    atwowheelguy
    Explorer
    Oct 01, 2017
    bmdakk wrote:
    https://www.flickr.com/photos/151886203@N08/37372326256/in/dateposted-public/

    https://www.flickr.com/photos/151886203@N08/37419525751/in/dateposted-public/

    https://www.flickr.com/photos/151886203@N08/37419524211/in/dateposted-public/

    https://www.flickr.com/photos/151886203@N08/37419523581/in/dateposted-public/

    https://www.flickr.com/photos/151886203@N08/37419522211/in/dateposted-public/


  • bmdakk's avatar
    bmdakk
    Explorer
    Oct 01, 2017
    so in laymens terms, i should move my tank bracket so the chain brackets will allow for straight perpendicular hookup. and when it is hooked up the spring bars should be parallel to the tt frame. correct?
  • bmdakk's avatar
    bmdakk
    Explorer
    Oct 01, 2017
    atwowheelguy wrote:
    bmdakk wrote:
    https://www.flickr.com/photos/151886203@N08/37372326256/in/dateposted-public/

    https://www.flickr.com/photos/151886203@N08/37419525751/in/dateposted-public/

    https://www.flickr.com/photos/151886203@N08/37419524211/in/dateposted-public/

    https://www.flickr.com/photos/151886203@N08/37419523581/in/dateposted-public/

    https://www.flickr.com/photos/151886203@N08/37419522211/in/dateposted-public/






    Gotcha!
  • atwowheelguy's avatar
    atwowheelguy
    Explorer
    Oct 01, 2017
    I would remove the propane bottle holder with a grinder and mount a new one like this. It will mount to the A frame with screws. I have one just like it and it works.


    Moderator edit to re-size picture.

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