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mfoster711
Explorer II
Dec 01, 2015

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 it starts to recommend a 12k. The amount of extra cargo weight I put into their formula is probably more than I would ever have so a 10k hitch would probably be fine but I am wondering what is the harm in just getting the 12k hitch "just to be safe".

To put it another way, if somebody asks me what size truck do they need to tow a popup then I would say any half ton should be fine but there is no harm in getting a 3/4 ton or 1 ton truck. Is this true for the Equalizer hitch also?

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  • DutchmenSport's avatar
    DutchmenSport
    Explorer
    Dec 01, 2015
    I'm no expert by any means. My dealer helped me with my E2 hitch, proper weight, and everything. But, from what I understand, if heavier duty bars could be too "stout" and not provide enough "flex" for your trailer. In other words, there is a bit of flexing that occurs with the bars. If they are too "stout" and won't flex, there is a possibility the trailer A-frame could bend.

    Like I said, I'm no expert, I'm just guessing. The other possibility might be to use the heftier bars, but not have to so tight. But that might counter measure the intent for having bars to begin with.
  • old_guy's avatar
    old_guy
    Explorer
    Dec 01, 2015
    well, I look at it this way. I must be too tight because I think if you ever get a larger TT then you got the hitch already.

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