Do I need stabilizer or WD?

petnzoo wrote:
Thanks for responding. No, I haven't made my first trip yet. I am still working on the on the camper. But I am trying to be safe and look ahead, while trying to stay within my measly fixed budget. Am I doing something wrong by posting and asking questions before my first adventure?
I wouldn't have thought that since this is a 1987 camper, and never had brakes, that I would need them. The wiring connector on my TT is only a 4 pin one, so don't think it is even set up for one. Like I said, this is my first time. I'm still researching though, which is why all the questions. I appreciate all the help.

Absolutely nothing wrong with any questions, anytime. I was just poking some fun about the tire questions, it's a real hot topic on this Forum and you may see the tire guys fill up your thread with a lot of discussion.

Understood about your trailer not having brakes but if it was me and I was pulling with a lighter truck, I'd have them. I have a '71 Starcraft and it has brakes, FWIW.

The problem with having no braking on the trailer and a lighter truck is that, in an emergency stopping situation or braking while turning, the trailer will keep it's momentum going in the forward direction. This can lead to jackknifing the trailer or losing control of steering with your truck. The trailer will push the rear of the truck so that the truck is no longer going where you want it to go. Recovery may be possible but it may also lead to rapid fishtailing between truck and trailer. If you've never experienced the situation, it's something you don't want to happen.

Since you don't have trailer braking, you don't have an emergency break-away system, either. IMO, that's a must-have, too.

The other issue about not having trailer brakes is the law. You should check with your State MV Dept. but this site lists NC as any house trailer over 1000 lbs, to be required. Other States are fairly similar.