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tjw0099
Explorer
Nov 23, 2014

Towing situation - update

We went camping this weekend and I followed the instructions on hooking up the stabilizer bars on the hitch.

My front wheel well was 35" and rear was 37" unhitched.

Front was 36" and rear was 35.5" hitched.

There was significantly better handling and control on this trip.

I have pics that I'd like to post, but for some reason I can't figure the pic posting process out.

We are done for this season and are looking forward to late March early April to begin our adventures.

If someone reminds me how to post a pic, I will post the ones of the trailer attached to the truck for input.

Thanks!

Tom in Gloucester
  • jerem0621's avatar
    jerem0621
    Explorer II
    Nov 24, 2014
    I would use one more link of chain. That would mean that I would have one more link hanging free.
  • Boxerslave's avatar
    Boxerslave
    Explorer
    Nov 24, 2014
    Tricky question. I have traditional wdh with chains, and I set mine with 3 links unused vs. 6 links used. 1 more link in my case would increase tension vs. 1 more link being used would lessen tension. Depends which direction you count. In your case you want to increase the tension on your bars to transfer more weight to front wheels, shorten the links being used.
  • Boxerslave's avatar
    Boxerslave
    Explorer
    Nov 24, 2014
    After you change the links, drive ahead ten feet to settle the suspension before measuring.
  • lanerd's avatar
    lanerd
    Explorer II
    Nov 23, 2014
    I agree... that 1" in front may be just a little too much. I too would adjust at least one more link and see what difference it makes.

    Ron
  • Terryallan's avatar
    Terryallan
    Explorer II
    Nov 23, 2014
    It's just me of course. But the 1 inch rise in front. Seems a bit much. If it was me. I would try to get the front down at least another 1/2 inch.

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