Odd question on trailer pitching
Hi all- I don't normally post here, but I've got a nagging question about trailering that I haven't been able to find anywhere. I found out I wasn't the only person dealing with this. I had a person...
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hbillsmith wrote:
I've been using an Anderson WDH for a little over a year now. It's design is slightly different than the other WDH's and as with anything, there are those that like it and some that don't. I used to get porpoising when I just used a single sway-bar, but with the Anderson chain/neoprene compression design, I never do now. Barring going out to get an Anderson, just adjusting your speed will usually handle it.
Yep x2 here. Even on ugly secondary roads in Southern sask my Andersen has done an admirable job of controlling it. I am not saying it never happens, it is just that the hitch allows the trailer to settle back down behind you. Greatly reduces the drama associated with porpoising.
The easy answer is slow down. Speed can be huge contributor to the effect.
