Equal-i-zer or Andersen?
Before you think this is another which one is better survey let me share my experience. I bought a lightweight, 25 foot,3500 pound(empty) tt last year and the dealer installed an Equal-i-zer 12k hitc...
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dee74 wrote:jmtandem wrote:but (the dealer) thinks I may be happier with the Andersen hitch.
First I would ask why? Then I would go with the Anderson if the dealer makes sense.
I did ask why. The advantages that he listed were the unique design,how the hitch works (which after some research I understand a little better) the ease of use, and the lightweight (which spoke to me because my back is not as strong as it used to be). He also said that this hitch is extremely quiet compared to the Equal-i-zer, and my wife gets nervous every time that hitch pops and cracks even though I explain that is normal for metal on metal contact.
He was correct in the ease of use, quiet, and lite weight. Couple other benefits are, grease or oil is not required (it stays cleaner) on any part of the hitch, and, I couldn't tell much difference, but, my DW says she no longer needs a sports bra for riding on our rough roads.
Your back situation could be your justification for making the switch. When ordered by mail, an Andersen hitch comes in a box that weighs 60 lbs. That includes trailer frame brackets and chains. The part you'll be sliding in and out of your receiver, probably weighs under 50 lbs.
Going to keep the Equalizer? Maybe, keep it as backup. Maybe, sell it. If you trade it in, I hope the dealer gives you a decent price for it.
