Number of Sway Controls to Use on a 27ft Travel Trailer

Question:

hi there i just purchased at travel trailer 27ft long,dry weight 6138lbs, they only sold me one1 swaybar with my load dist.do you think i need 1 more or will i be ok with the 1,tow vehical is a 2011 ford f-150 with heavy tow package 5.0 liter engine.

asked by: Lindsay

Expert Reply:

I would definitely recommend using two sway controls especially if the trailer is 26 feet or longer or over 6000 lbs, see link to weight distribution questions and answer. Make sure the weight distribution system you are using has a hole for a ball to connect the additional sway control on the left side of the head unit, if not, you will want to look into weight distribution systems that allow for two sway controls.

Another important note is to remove or disengage your sway controls when backing up or in inclement weather.

You can use only one sway control, however, if you experience any sway by winds or from passing large trailers you may want to add that second sway control.

expert reply by: John H