Draw bar length, anything magical?
I was wondering about the length of the draw bar (piece that goes into the receiver) on a WD hitch. Is there anything "magical" about it? ie. relationship between it and the weight ratings of the spr...
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Maybe the reason you have no replies is you have given no specifics on the type of WD you are using?.?. Is this a general question about WD systems, or are you asking about the specific type you employ????
But as a general rule, the further out the WD assembly is from the rear axle, the more leverage the trailer will have on the TV. This is why 5th wheels are so much better at reducing sway(or eliminating it), as the pivot point is generally over the axle. The most effective, TT hitches "project" the pivot point as far forward as possible.
But as a general rule, the further out the WD assembly is from the rear axle, the more leverage the trailer will have on the TV. This is why 5th wheels are so much better at reducing sway(or eliminating it), as the pivot point is generally over the axle. The most effective, TT hitches "project" the pivot point as far forward as possible.
