Do I need anti sway hitch on my travel trailer?

Sway control or sway bar hitches are optional pieces of equipment that you can add to your camper or hitch to prevent sway. Although they’re not required, adding a sway bar will provide a much more comfortable and stable towing experience and give you peace of mind.

Can you add trailer sway control?

YES YOU CAN TURN ON THE TRAILER SWAY CONTROL. The dealer has to do it, but it can be turned on in the BCM. If you’re having the dealer install a hitch for you make sure you have them turn it on.

What sway control hitch do I need?

If your trailer has a GTW of 6,000 lbs or less, a single friction-style sway control can be used. If your trailer’s GTW is between 6,000 lbs and 10,000 lbs, you will need 2 sway-control units (one on either side of the trailer). You will also want to use 2 units if your trailer is 26′ or longer.

What causes a camper to sway?

Wind is the most common cause of trailer sway. When there is a strong force pushing your trailer from one side or the other, it can cause it to sway from side to side. This is usually the result of strong gusts of wind or passing a high-profile vehicle such as an 18 wheeler who is traveling at high speeds.

Do you need a sway bar to drive?

TOM: Removing it won’t make the car unsafe to drive. In fact, anti-sway bars were commonly optional equipment a decade ago. But without the sway bar, the car will not handle and corner as well, or as comfortably for the driver and passengers, and your son will have to get used to driving slower on turns.

Why does my trailer sway at high speeds?

How to install an equalizer sway control hitch?

Sway Control Brackets must be set between 27-32 inches from the center of the trailer coupler to the center of the trailer bracket.

The top and bottom Sway Bracket Bolts must be flush with the top and bottom surfaces of the trailer frame.

Do not use a hitch ball with a shank longer than 2-3/8”.

How to install sway control on travel trailer?

Slow and steady steering will help straighten your trailer and tow vehicle.

Don’t attempt to counter-steer,as this can cause the sway to get worse and make you lose control.

Don’t brake the towing vehicle.

You can use an electronic tow control monitor which automatically brakes the towed vehicle with the proper amount to stop sway.

How to install a sway control on a trailer?

– Provides additional control compared to 2-point or friction-style systems – Can back up without disengaging system – Can be used with surge (or hydraulic) brakes – Typically easier to hook up than systems with chains – Great option for towing larger trailers – Overtightening/undertightening is not an issue (unlike with friction sway systems)

What does anti sway distribution hitch?

This hitch is a complete package for sway control, weight distribution, and quality craftsmanship. Made with safety in mind, this kit has a design that reduces the need for chains used by many old hitches. It magnificently maintains efficient weight distribution across its frame, improving steering and stopping efficacy.