How Much Should a Friction Bar Sway Control System be Adjusted

Question:

before traveling down the highway is there a guide to how much I should tighten the handle when traveling?

asked by: John R

Helpful Expert Reply:

Adjusting a friction sway control bar such as # RP66084 requires a little fine tuning and depends on the individual doing the towing. To get maximum benefits from the sway control assembly, a series of road tests should be taken with the loaded trailer. On subsequent trips increase or decrease tension by turning the adjusting bolt in 1/4 turn increments in the direction shown on the label until the desired control is achieved. For large trailers, it may be necessary to install a second sway control unit.

expert reply by: Michael H