Why do I need a W/D or sway control
I have a 2012 F350 diesel pulling a 28ft Airstream trailer. The trailer tows very well and has not noticed any problem pulling that trailer. So why do I need to add a WD or sway control? Ford claims t...
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I'd pull that trailer with my 1500 if I had it. Performance wise it would not be as good as you deezal.....but that is another issue.
If as you note, no fishtail sway on its own, balanced, trailer and truck are level. Continue pulling as is.
A WD does come in handy if your HW pulls too much weight off the front axle. I've found that to be in the 500 lbs OFF the front in order to cause handling issues. That was in the 1500 lb relm with my CC GM rigs with less axel weight ratings than your Ford.
If your trailer does need sway control due to fishtail sway. Find and fix the issue before you put the Sway control bars on your truck. You are putting a bandaid on where you need a tourniquet to fix the problem!
Marty
If as you note, no fishtail sway on its own, balanced, trailer and truck are level. Continue pulling as is.
A WD does come in handy if your HW pulls too much weight off the front axle. I've found that to be in the 500 lbs OFF the front in order to cause handling issues. That was in the 1500 lb relm with my CC GM rigs with less axel weight ratings than your Ford.
If your trailer does need sway control due to fishtail sway. Find and fix the issue before you put the Sway control bars on your truck. You are putting a bandaid on where you need a tourniquet to fix the problem!
Marty
