What Are The Differences Between The Reese Steadi-Flex And Equalizer Weight Distribution Hitches

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Hello, I am in the market for a new Weight Distribution Hitch with sway control. I need something with 1200 pound pars. I have narrowed it down to the Reese Steadi-Flex, Equalizer E4, and Blue OX SwayPro. I realize the SwayPro is very different than the Reese and the Equalizer. Do you have any direct comparisons of teh Equalizer and Steadi-Flex? They look like they work very similarly with the biggest difference being that the Reese has replaceable Break Pad material to create the friction where the E4 uses metal on metal to create the friction. Is that the only major difference or are there others? Does the brake pad material perform better on the Reese? Thank you,

asked by: Patrick M

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The differences between the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System w/ 4-Point Sway Control - 12,000 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW Item # EQ37120ET and the Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion - 12K GTW, 1.2K TW Item # RP66560 is not only the replacement pads for the Reese but the Equalizer comes with the ball and Reese does not.

The Equalizer has a 7" maximum rise and a 3" maximum drop where the Reese offers a 8-3/4" rise and a 4" drop. With the Reese having replacement friction pads, the sound really isn't going to change from the Equalizer that doesn't have the pads. The pads, although replaceable, is one more thing that would need to be replaced when they wear out. I cannot personally confirm that the Reese performs better because of the pads but I will say I tend to recommend the Equalizer when asked about weight distribution. My brother and cousin both use the Equalizer and love it.

The Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control - Clamp On - 10,000 lbs GTW, 1,000 lbs TW Item # BXW1000 is only going to have a 1000lb tongue weight capacity.

expert reply by: Shane H

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The Equal-I-zer, #EQ37100ET, and Reese Strait-Line, #RP66084, weight distribution systems are both top notch systems that will get the job done for you, but I usually tend to lean towards the Equal-I-zer systems for a few reasons. First, Equal-I-zer…

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Weight distribution works to distribute the tongue weight of a trailer up to the front axle of the tow vehicle so that it will sit more level and handle/brake better. That being said the systems do not "reduce" tongue weight or allow you to…

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I have a solution for you, but we don't currently offer the Andersen weight distribution system. It looks like most R-Pod 179 trailers have a dry weight of under 3000-lbs and a tongue weight of around 350-lbs in most cases (your trailer's…

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A weight distribution system would be a great solution for your 2017 Forest River R-Pod 171 like with the Fastway e2 part #FA94-00-0600 which has sway control built into it and also has the correct tongue weight range.

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Absolutely, the Tuson Asymmetric Sway Control #335TSC-1000 is going to help keep your trailer tracking straight behind your 2019 Toyota Tacoma. The sway bars on your Tacoma work to prevent excessive body roll and stabilize the vehicle while you are…

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I have heard of similar issues and the culprit is often that the Trailer Sway Control System on your 2015 Toyota Tundra is fighting the Tuson Asymmetric Sway Control #335TSC-1000 that you have on your Safari Condo Alto 2114. This is not normal and…

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If the manufacturer has advised against using weight distribution with or without sway control, I have a solution for you but using something like the Reese Friction Sway Control Kit - Economy - by Draw-Tite, Reese and Hidden Hitch #83660 is not an…

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For towing your R-Pod 171 trailer with your Jeep Gladiator I recommend the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control - Round item #FA94-00-0600. You want to select a weight distribution system based off of tongue weight which is…

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When selecting a weight distribution system for your R-Pod 171, the key factor is the tongue weight (TW) of your towing setup. This means the total load of your trailer with all the gear and supplies included. You will also need to add any weight…

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Answer 10

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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Answer 11

Hey Vernon, great to hear from you again! For your trailer that has a GVWR of 11,295 lbs I actually recommend stepping up one level and going with the 18.5K #WS49MR which has the same 6" drop and fits a 2-1/2" hitch receiver like the 12.5K…

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Answer 12

Hey Doug, That's a good question because fit is really important so the cover stays snug on your trailer, and there is a specific way to measure for the etrailer covers. It's pretty simple, and what you want to do is measure the body of the…

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