Recommended Sway Control for Towing with a 2018 Audi Q7
Question:
We have a 2018 Audi Q7. We are pulling a 2021 Airstream 23 ft with 6300 GVW. Our Audi will not permit weight-distribution device but we would like to install an anti-sway device. To level the hitch we currently use a 4” inch rise. Can ypu recommend an appropriate unit as we are having unacceptable sway primarily from wind. Thank you
asked by: Bob H
Expert Reply:
To add sway control to your 2018 Audi Q7 towing setup I highly recommend the Tuson Asymmetric Sway Control # 335TSC-1000. I really like this unit because it activates the brakes on your trailer (per side as needed) when it senses the trailer start to sway. Not full-on braking, but light stops so it brings the trailer back under control.
This is a higher-end setup but it does install permanently on the trailer and comes with an easy-to-read troubleshooting light in case any of the wiring needs to be looked at. Since this isn't a physical bar like the old-school friction sway control you won't need to concerned about backing up either.
If you want something that's simple, effective, and at a lower price-point then you can use the Curt Friction Sway Control # 17200 instead. This is more of a traditional approach so you'll have to get a ball mount with a small platform attached or weld on this piece # 3442, and then you need to disconnect it prior to backing the trailer up otherwise you will snap that bar and break it.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Friction Sway Control for Weight Distribution Systems
- Accessories and Parts
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Sway Control Parts
- CURT
more information >
Replacement Sway Control Tab for Weight Distribution System - Weld On
- Accessories and Parts
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Sway Control Parts
- Tab
- Draw-Tite
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Tuson Trailer Sway Control System - Electronic - Up to 4 Axles
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Sway Control Only
- Severe Sway
- Tuson RV Brakes
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Shop: Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Shop: Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller for Tekonsha Harness - 2 Modes - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional
- Shop: Autowbrake Electric Brake Controller - Trailer Mount w/ Remote Fob - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional
- Shop: Tuson Trailer Sway Control System - Electronic - Up to 4 Axles
- Shop: Curt RockerBall 2-5/16" Shock Absorbing Hitch Ball and Ball Mount w/ Sway Control Tab - 7.5K
- Shop: Curt Friction Sway Control for Weight Distribution Systems
- Shop: Replacement Sway Control Tab for Weight Distribution System - Weld On
- Q&A: Can Friction Sway Control Be Installed on Driver Side of Trailer
- Q&A: Sway Control Needed for a 2018 Audi Q7 That Doesnt Use a Friction Bar or Weight Distribution
- Q&A: How to Install the Curt TriFlex Trailer Brake Controller Part # C24VV on a 2016 Ram 1500
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Search Results: 44649
- Video: Choosing the Right Brake Controller
- Video: Choosing the Right Trailer Wiring
- Search Results: 68149
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a 4-Way and 7-Way Trailer Connector
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Q&A: Wiring a Camper Shell Third Brake Light on a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado
- Search Results: dust cap
- Article: Brake Controller Installation: Starting from Scratch
- Search Results: 25580
- Q&A: Recommended Replacement for Atwood Surge Brake Actuator 85778
- Shop: Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Video: Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller Review RED24FR
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Search Results: dust caps
on Weight Distribution Hitch
