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270wsmhunter
Explorer
Mar 09, 2016

Equal-i-zer 10K or 12K

We purchased a 2016 Eagle 284BHBE this morning and I am going to install my own weight distribution hitch. I have a 1984 Ford Ranger long bed 4 cyl with tow package so am good to go there. :S Just kidding, tow vehicle in signature.

I had a Equal-i-zer 10K on our 26 BH and am well versed on how to dial it in. Advertised dry hitch weight is 760 on this new trailer. I know this is probably low and camper will be loaded to go with full water on board. I am wondering if I should just make the jump to the 12K? My instinct says yet but would like to get other opinions.

Thanks
  • bikendan's avatar
    bikendan
    Explorer
    Mar 09, 2016
    IMHO, if you have a well spec'd combo, there's no need to pay so much extra money for a "premium" WHD(Hensley/ProPride)

    there are thousands of good combos out there, safely and effeciately using great WDH's like Equal-i-zer, Reese Dual Cam, Blue Ox, Andersen and so on.

    to me, those premium WDHs are worth the money, if your TV has a short wheelbase or is lighter weight.
    like Can Am setups.

    for a solid truck/trailer combo, there's no need for spending all that dough.
    BUT if you've got the money, then by all means get one. but you don't NEED to.
  • 270wsmhunter's avatar
    270wsmhunter
    Explorer
    Mar 09, 2016
    Thanks for the replies. I would love a premium hitch but do feel comfortable with my knowledge on how to set up the Equal-i-zer properly and the capabilities of my pickup.

    That being said, I went ahead and ordered a 14K from etrailer just to be sure. At $550 plus free shipping, they were $250 cheaper than local dealer.
  • DutchmenSport's avatar
    DutchmenSport
    Explorer
    Mar 09, 2016
    I would suggest going with the 12 k. An equalizer system will work very good with a 3500. Look at my signature my rig I'm using an equalizer. My travel trailer is 35 1/2 feet long. I have no problems at all with my equalizer. Hensley's are OK for a smaller size truck but for a 3500 The Equalizer will do you just fine. I do suggest getting the 12 k.
  • 2_many_2's avatar
    2_many_2
    Explorer III
    Mar 09, 2016
    downtheroad wrote:
    To answer the question you asked...You could be near or even more than 1150 lbs of tongue when trip ready, wet loaded...

    I'd definitely go with the 1200 option.
    and - congrats on your new rig.
    and - I'd trade in that 84 Ranger for a 2015.5 GMC Sierra SLT 3500 HD Crew Cab 4x4 Duramax/Allison.

    X2
  • downtheroad's avatar
    downtheroad
    Explorer
    Mar 09, 2016
    To answer the question you asked...You could be near or even more than 1150 lbs of tongue when trip ready, wet loaded...

    I'd definitely go with the 1200 option.
    and - congrats on your new rig.
    and - I'd trade in that 84 Ranger for a 2015.5 GMC Sierra SLT 3500 HD Crew Cab 4x4 Duramax/Allison.
  • jmtandem's avatar
    jmtandem
    Explorer II
    Mar 09, 2016
    I had a Equal-i-zer 10K on our 26 BH and am well versed on how to dial it in. Advertised dry hitch weight is 760 on this new trailer. I know this is probably low and camper will be loaded to go with full water on board. I am wondering if I should just make the jump to the 12K? My instinct says yet but would like to get other opinions.


    It is not about instincts. It is about safe sway free towing. Make the jump to a premium hitch you will be well rewarded in towing satisfaction. Contact Hensley and ask about a pre-owned totally refurbished hitch at a deeply discounted price. You will be money ahead and have a hitch that is not a friction based hitch. Equalizer mitigates sway by friction; Hensley, ProPride and PullRite control sway as they are not a friction based hitch.

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