Weight Distribution hitch s/u with air bags
Made a deal today to buy a Coachman Freedom Express and have never pulled a trailer since we installed air bags. Any advice appreciated. Do we set up the hitch as normal then add the required 10 PSI ...
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Passin Thru wrote:
I am not going to argue with all of you as I only have 2.4 million miles, majority w/airride. Let all the air out, adjust for load height. Then you can add air, usually takes about 30-35 lb, your mileage may vary. Test to see if you feel like they are working. When you are runing w/o the trailer, load tp 20-25 for a decent ride, you'll be able to tell because it will jar your bones if it's not right. I ahve always done my WDH first. Watch for me and Yoda with my Arctic Fox, he rides on the back stairs and waves at everyone.
You would think with all that experience you would realize that what works for your setup will not work for everyone elses. WD hitches are adjustable because different vehicles are capable of carrying different loads. By adjusting the hitch to match the suspension you get a more controlled and level ride. If you adjust the hitch to the suspension without air in it, and then add air, you are taking the hitch out of adjustment for the "new" current suspension.
Since the OP has said his truck can handle the trailer without the airbags the best option would be to put the minimum amount of air in the bags that he can to prevent damage to the bags and then adjust the hitch to match that suspension.
