Towing/Hitch questions

1320racer · 02-08-2024, 09:32 PM

This is what you need and want, none better!

https://www.equalizerhitch.com/

e vassar · 02-08-2024, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by 1320racer

This is what you need and want, none better!

https://www.equalizerhitch.com/

The one I have is a Husky. The torsion bars are slightly different, but otherwise same hitch.

1700camaro · 02-09-2024, 12:59 AM

We use this one but had to buy a bigger drop for the shank. We pull with a 2023 3500 Duramax Dually & have a 34' Vintage bathroom package trailer.

Make sure you have your set-up according to the instructions & it covers your trailer tongue/gross weight.

https://proshop.summitracing.com/parts/CHT-17501

Steve Grady · 02-09-2024, 11:33 AM

A Reese "Dual Cam" sway control with a Reese weight distribution hitch to match your tow vehicle and trailer weight is a Very Good system to use when towing enclosed trailers.

curtis reed · 02-09-2024, 11:44 AM

Whatever you are using make sure the ball is rated higher than what you are towing. I see guys with a class 5 hitch then put a class 3 ball mount and ball in it.

You can get 7500lb 2 5/16" balls or 25,000lb. I only tow 6800lbs but have a forged ball mount that is rated at 17,000lbs and a 20,000lb rated ball. Be safe out there.

1320racer · 02-09-2024, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by e vassar

The one I have is a Husky. The torsion bars are slightly different, but otherwise same hitch.

no comparison to the equalizer hitch which is also made in America unlike the husky

Mike Pearson · 02-09-2024, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by 1320racer

This is what you need and want, none better!

https://www.equalizerhitch.com/

That system is superior to the old style with the chains for connections at the trailer. I have never seen that type. I have a gooseneck and a toter though.

1320racer · 02-09-2024, 04:05 PM

Mike, it really is, sway control and load distribution all in one.

Chevy55 · 02-09-2024, 07:01 PM

Drop some pressure in the air bags and see if that helps the sway problem.

SGSST109E · 02-10-2024, 07:24 AM

I towed with a 2500 silverado for year. If you get a good weight distributing hitch and balance your load it can tow pretty well with minimal sway. I put air bags in the back of my truck so when the rig was loaded and ready to go I could level the truck back to its normal ride height.

02-08-2024, 09:32 PM	#1
1320racer VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 2,628 Likes: 160 Liked 759 Times in 379 Posts	Re: Towing/Hitch questions This is what you need and want, none better! https://www.equalizerhitch.com/

02-09-2024, 12:59 AM	#3
1700camaro Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 316 Likes: 117 Liked 226 Times in 115 Posts	Re: Towing/Hitch questions We use this one but had to buy a bigger drop for the shank. We pull with a 2023 3500 Duramax Dually & have a 34' Vintage bathroom package trailer. Make sure you have your set-up according to the instructions & it covers your trailer tongue/gross weight. https://proshop.summitracing.com/parts/CHT-17501

02-09-2024, 11:33 AM	#4
Steve Grady Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2023 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 73 Likes: 100 Liked 101 Times in 40 Posts	Re: Towing/Hitch questions A Reese "Dual Cam" sway control with a Reese weight distribution hitch to match your tow vehicle and trailer weight is a Very Good system to use when towing enclosed trailers. __________________ Div 3 Sales, Service and Tech for many manufacturers

02-09-2024, 11:44 AM	#5
curtis reed Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Kiefer, Ok. Posts: 167 Likes: 63 Liked 125 Times in 59 Posts	Re: Towing/Hitch questions Whatever you are using make sure the ball is rated higher than what you are towing. I see guys with a class 5 hitch then put a class 3 ball mount and ball in it. You can get 7500lb 2 5/16" balls or 25,000lb. I only tow 6800lbs but have a forged ball mount that is rated at 17,000lbs and a 20,000lb rated ball. Be safe out there.

02-09-2024, 04:05 PM	#8
1320racer VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 2,628 Likes: 160 Liked 759 Times in 379 Posts	Re: Towing/Hitch questions Mike, it really is, sway control and load distribution all in one.

02-09-2024, 07:01 PM	#9
Chevy55 Banned Join Date: Nov 2014 Posts: 324 Likes: 625 Liked 179 Times in 89 Posts	Re: Towing/Hitch questions Drop some pressure in the air bags and see if that helps the sway problem.

02-10-2024, 07:24 AM	#10
SGSST109E Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: NJ Posts: 351 Likes: 62 Liked 126 Times in 61 Posts	Re: Towing/Hitch questions I towed with a 2500 silverado for year. If you get a good weight distributing hitch and balance your load it can tow pretty well with minimal sway. I put air bags in the back of my truck so when the rig was loaded and ready to go I could level the truck back to its normal ride height.