Solution for Bucking When Towing with Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System
Question:
I have a equalizer hitch on my camper trailer. When ever I travel to Grand Isle La.my truck bucks on certain areas of the highway how can I control this from happening?
asked by: Moody E
Expert Reply:
The bucking you're experiencing on the highway could simply be due to the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System # EQ37120ET being a bit too tight or maybe over-rated for your setup. If the bucking is more of a severe jerking type action (like driving fast over a speed bump and hitting those factory bump stops on the truck) then this is most likely the case. Try removing a washer or two from the head to see if this helps.
It could also be that the system is rated too high for your total tongue weight. Make sure your total tongue weight, which includes the loaded tongue weight of your trailer plus any added cargo weight behind the rear axle of your truck, falls comfortably within the operating range of your Equal-i-zer system.
If the bucking is not quite the jolt type movement described above but is just more of an up and down bounce as you travel then this is an indication that the system is actually too lose. If this is the case then you can try adding a washer or two to see how it performs.
If you are still having issues please let me know and I will be happy to look into this further.
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Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System w/ 4-Point Sway Control - 12,000 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 1000 lbs
- 1100 lbs
- Equal-i-zer
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