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Pat_in_Speedway
Explorer
Feb 01, 2015

New Trailer - Now time for a WDH

Yesterday we signed the papers for a '15 Shasta Oasis 25BH. Some of my particulars:

Trailer: 530lbs dry hitch weight, 4300lbs UVW
TV: 2003 Toyota Sequoia w/a 6200 tow capacity

I told the dealer I'd supply the WDH and they'd install it when the trailer is shipped in a couple of months. Having trailers that have been 1600 and 2500lbs, I've never had need for a WDH until now. I don't have the $$ for a Hensley, so I'm basically looking for thoughts on what's a good fit based on my combination. One thing I want to make sure I get one where it's not necessary to remove the sway control to back up! Other than that, I'm open to suggestions. Many thanks!
  • jerem0621's avatar
    jerem0621
    Explorer II
    Feb 03, 2015
    campigloo wrote:
    I'm still old school. The EazLift still works good for me. I pull a 36' TT with a Ram 2500. I use two sway bars, one should be plenty for you, and have never had a problem with it. I have never bothered removing them for backing. If you are easily embarrassed they may not be for you. When making tight turns they will groan a bit,, but so far I have no reports of anyone being hurt by it. It is probably the cheapest system out there plus I can adjust the action to fit the road conditions. If the road is slippery I can release them with the turn of a handle. If I am making several tight turns, like in some campgrounds, I can release all resistance. If it is extra windy I can tighten more. I tow 10,000 plus miles a year.


    x2...preferred my dual friction bars and my standard weight distribution hitch to dual cam.

    I didn't remove them to back up either.

    Thanks,

    Jeremiah
  • Ron3rd's avatar
    Ron3rd
    Explorer III
    Feb 03, 2015
    Equal-i-zer user here, works great. Have also had the EZ Lift with single friction control, and that was OK.

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