Trailer sway
I recently bought a new 23-ft trailer, my old one was 18-ft. I have only taken it on one trip so far. I have noticed that this trailer has considerably more sway than the old one. I am set up with ...
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aftermath wrote:
I will add my 2 cents worth. Get a GOOD WD hitch with built in sway control and follow the manufacturers directions to set it up. Your truck will tow your trailer just fine once you get it dialed in.
Every truck/trailer combination is different. Some have a tendency to be tongue heavy while others are tongue light. Generally speaking, the more weight on the tongue is better. Combine that with a good WD hitch and you should be good to go. I am a believer in the Equalizer brand hitch. I have towed two completely different trailers with an Equalizer and once set up according to factory setting I have never had any issues.
Don't EVER listen to those who say you need a huge truck with a diesel engine to tow your trailer. You are on the right track. You are asking for advice and are willing to make things right. Start with the factory suggestions according to you hitch. I this doesn't work, get a better hitch and follow the factory directions there. I really don't think you are that far from a good solution. I have never been a fan of add on anti sway bars.
X 2 aftermath is right on in his reply. You are doing the right thing. Especially don't listen to the naysayer crowd about needing the big trucks.
