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4X4Dodger
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Dec 31, 2014

Anti Sway Systems - Necessary or Marketing Con?

This may open a Pandora's box and bring down a lot of criticism on my head but the question really remains a valid one I believe. Are Anti Sway bars (Like the Hensley) really necessary or a crutch ...
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jmcgsd
Explorer
Jan 14, 2015
I'm late to this discussion, obviously but FWIW:

I tow a 7500# 27"6' TT with an old Ford F-350 Dually and there is absolutely no sway problems. As many have said if your TV is up the job and
Well matched to the load, sway control is probably not needed.

Years ago I towed a Coleman popup first with a Chevy S-10 and then with a Ford Bronco. Boy was sway control necessary on those setups! It was scary even with it. Never again.

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