How to Add Sway Control to Karavan Snowmobile Trailer with Straight Pole Tongue
Question:
I have a Karavan snowmobiled trailer 12’ long. It’s not a A frame it’s a single post hitch. Around 60mph It start to swag. Do you have any advice?
asked by: Matt P
Helpful Expert Reply:
Since your snowmobile trailer features a straight pole tongue, your options for sway control are a bit different than those for standard campers, however we absolutely have some solutions for you.
When you reach highway speeds with a trailer like this, side-to-side movement isn't too uncommon. You could try re-distributing weight inside the trailer (more weight up towards the front) if possible, but to really reduce sway a separate system is likely needed.
If your trailer is equipped with electric brakes, a really nice option is with the Curt True Course Electronic Sway Control System # C94VV. This actually plugs in-line with the trailer and tow vehicle 7-Way connectors and will automatically send small pulses to the trailer brakes in a specific manner to help correct sway on the road. I have attached a short video demonstration below so you can see exactly how it works.
If the trailer doesn't have brakes your only other option will be to install a full weight distribution system with integrated sway control using a pole tongue adapter like the Equal-i-zer # EQ95-01-5950. If you decide to go this route I will be happy to recommend a specific system to go along with this adapter if you can tell me your trailer's loaded tongue weight (or it's total loaded weight if you are unsure).
I have also included a link that will take you to a helpful article on weight distribution systems that you can check out as well.
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Pole-Tongue Adapter for Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution Systems - 14,000 lbs GTW, 1,400 lbs TW
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Curt True Course Advanced Bluetooth Trailer Sway Control - 1 to 4 Axles
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