Is it bad to get to big of Equalizer hitch
Is there anything wrong with getting an Equalizer hitch that is a size too big? I am following the instructions on their website and it recommends a 10k but if I add a lot of extra cargo weight then i...
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mfoster711 wrote:I have owned 3 EQUALIZERs. A 10K, a 12K, and now a 14K. They were all sized acording to the weight of the TT.
Thanks for all the replies!
So far, I have 3 people saying it is totally fine to get the size bigger and all 3 of them own the equalizer and two of the three actually called Equalizer and asked this question.
On the other hand, I have 5 people saying it is a bad idea and that I should get the "right size" hitch. I am curious if those of you in the majority (that say it is a bad idea) own the equalizer? What are you basing your opinions on? Experiences with other types of weight distribution hitches? Articles you read? I just your gut feeling?
I should mention, I already own an Equalizer but was asking the question for a friend. In my experience, if you follow the instructions to properly setup the Equalizer hitch then I don't see how any of those negatives (bent frame, poor ride) could happen. I can see how those negatives could happen with other style hitches if they are not properly setup, especially if you over tighten them.
When it comes to bars, bigger isn't necessairily better. The right size is the right size.
You wouldn't buy shoes a size too big and expect them to be a good fit later...
And as far as contacting the hitch manufacturer.... I would contact the TT manufacturer. I had a fleetwood that specified in the owners manual the weight bars that could be used depending on how thick the TT frame was.
And that was back in the day when they used solid steel for the frames... Many of todays lightweight frames will not be as forgiving of oversized bars.
