Sway Control Only for an R-Pod 172 Trailer

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Hi, I am looking to possibly add a sway bar part# 17200 to our R-Pod 172 to connect to our 2010 Mazda CX9 to help with some up coming highway driving. I am new to towing and what not so forgive me if this is a stupid question. Am I correct in reading that you can not reverse with a sway bar attached? If that is the case, is it easy to pop off or do you have to unhitch the trailer to get it off? Basically I am looking for something to make the drive a bit safer yet still be convenient if possible. Also, do you know if the mounting bracket would fit on an R-Pod frame without the screws being to close to the edge of the frame? I would like to avoid welding if possible. I am also open to other options if there is something you think that would work better. Any info would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

asked by: Dean W

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When using a friction style sway bar such as # 17200, as long as you are backing up in a straight line on level ground you can leave it in place. But If turning while backing up or on uneven terrain you would want to disengage the unit to avoid damaging it. So a good rule is just to disconnect it.

You will not have to disconnect the trailer and taking it off is quick and easy. Just release the tension then pull the pin on the trailer end bracket holding the bar on. Then pull it off.

This is the only sway control option that will allow this type of quick removal so it would be the best option. The plate that attaches to the trailer frame is 3 inches tall. This should not be a problem but you can measure the height of the frame just to be sure.

In addition to the sway bar you will need a sway control bracket for the ball mount you use. For a Class III or IV 2 inch hitch use bracket # RP26003. And for a Class II 1-1/4 inch hitch use # RP26005. I have included some links to the right that should also help.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

For your R-pod travel trailer, the biggest issue you will face is sway , so I recommend he Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w Sway Control - Round Bar - 10,000 lbs GTW, 600 lbs TW #RP66086 which is rated for total tongue weight between 200 and…

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Answer 2

We can get your 2022 Forest River R-Pod RP-193 set up with a weight distribution hitch with sway control, and while we don't offer the Recurve, we do have an option that is better, from Fastway: - Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway…

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Answer 3

I highly recommend using the Reese Strait-Line #RP66083 for your R-Pod 190 because this is one of the few systems that fights sway before it starts instead of correcting it after it already starts. This gives you a much better ride quality and since…

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The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup when it is loaded and ready to tow. This figure also includes the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. I attached…

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The difference between the two system is the spring bar design. The part #FA92-00-0600 has a square bar "trunnion" spring bar and the part #FA94-00-0600 uses round bars. Trunnions are preferred as they offer better ground clearance and are…

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The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup when it is loaded and ready to tow. This figure also includes the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. I attached…

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The round or trunnion bars refers to the end of the spring bars. Round bars are typically designed for lighter applications, are a bit harder to install and are usually priced lower than trunnion bars. Trunnion bars are typically designed to be used…

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Very good question, and we do have a solution for a weight distribution hitch for a very light R-Pod travel trailer. For a 2,800 lb dry weight R-Pod with a GVWR in the 3,5000 lb - 4,000 lb range the best option for a weight distribution hitch is the…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 10

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 11

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 12

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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