Sway Control Recommendation for an Eaz-Lift Weight Distribution System
Question:
I have a Salem LE 2008 approx. 6,900lb dry. I pull it with a 2012 Ford 150 ecoboost which by the way it pulls it great. I also have an eas-lift weight distribution system in place. I started to have a sway problem after i made the trailer level with my truck and after loading. I was advised to put back more weight on my tongue and to purchase sway bars. Please help I was told you guys could help to pick the right sway bar. Thanks
asked by: JC F
Expert Reply:
The Eaz-Lift weight distribution systems use independent friction-style sway control, also known as bar-style sway control like the Pro Series Friction Sway Control Bar, # 83660. Since your trailers GTW is over 6,000 lbs, we recommend using two sway control units. One on the driver side and one on the passenger side. Two sway control units are also recommended for trailers that are 26 ft or longer.
To install these units, you will bolt the ball plate to the side of the trailer frame. The center of the ball on the ball plate must be 24 inches back on the trailer frame from the center of the hitch ball socket on the coupler (see photo). The sway control kit includes all necessary hardware and the additional hitch ball that mounts to the head of your weight distribution system.
I have attached a link to our weight distribution help article that explains the different types of sway control.
Products Referenced in This Question
Reese Friction Sway Control Kit - Economy - by Draw-Tite, Reese and Hidden Hitch
- Accessories and Parts
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Sway Control Parts
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Strait-Line Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control - No Shank - Trunnion Bar - 12K GTW, 1,200 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Shank Not Included
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 1000 lbs
- 1100 lbs
- 700 lbs
- 800 lbs
- 900 lbs
- Reese
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