Use a weight distribution hitch or not?

Earl E wrote:
I think you are on the right track. While the Equal-i-zer is a great product, in your case the much lighter Andersen will fit your situation much better. I am now using it and I love it because of it's light weight and ease of use. No matter what many people will say, you do not need to worry too much about sway. A 16' trailer just won't have that much of a problem. What you do need to worry about is leveling out the Caravan and keeping the weight on the front axle. The Andersen is going to do that just fine with that small of trailer. Let us know what you decide. :)

In truth a 16' trailer can sway as much as a 30' trailer. Coleman Bayside camper became known as swaysides. And given they they are towing with a short wheelbase minivan. sway would be a huge problem.

And yes. Getting the weight back to the front axle. The axle that does pretty much everything on a FWD vehicle is real important. That returns steering control (eliminating sway). traction for the drive wheels, and of course improves braking. In truth all the rear axle does is hold up the back of the van.