The Continuum is so quiet, you just might forget you have it. This system works with your underslung coupler and has a 4" extended shank to give you extra clearance for your tailgate, spare tire, and trailer accessories for easier hookup.
When your tongue weight is perfectly balanced, you can achieve sway control without the need for additional sway bars or noisy, friction-inducing brackets. The Continuum allows you to do just that. The single-piece load bar assembly on this system is designed to transfer weight off of the coupling point and evenly disperse it over the axles of your truck and trailer instead.
Other weight distribution systems require a ton of manual adjustment to get the weight balanced. You might have to switch out chain links or play around with the height of frame brackets to get the right tension on the spring bars. The tilt of the system head might need to be adjusted too to get the load distributed. But even with those adjustments, it can be almost impossible to fine-tune the system enough to get your tongue weight perfectly balanced.
The Continuum replaces manual adjustments with hydraulic pressure, making weight distribution effortless. Just pump the handle on the drivers side - no need to walk around snapping up spring bars. Plus, you can fine-tune tension quickly for a perfectly balanced ride.
Hooking up your trailer shouldn't feel like solving a puzzle. If you've ever struggled to drop your tailgate without it hitting the hitch or squeezed past a spare tire just to hook up, you'll appreciate the extra clearance an extended shank provides. By positioning the hitch head further from your vehicle, it helps prevent frustrating interference with tailgates, spare tires, and trailer-mounted accessories. That means easier access, smoother hookups, and less hassle when getting ready to hit the road. Whether you're loading gear in the truck bed or making last-minute adjustments, you'll have the space you need to work comfortably.
When you first install the Continuum, it might take a bit of time to get the load bar assembly, hydraulic cylinder, and hydraulic pump mounted on your trailer. But once everything is in place, setting up the system each time you tow is a snap.
The hitch head - which mounts in your vehicle's receiver and provides the attachment point for the Continuum - features a preset angle, so the only adjustment you might need to make is to move the head up or down along the shank. Unlike other weight distribution systems, you won't need to change out any hard-to-reach washers or readjust the tension on spring bars to get set up. The head also has friction sway control built in to help hold your trailer in line at the coupling point.
Instead of rigid steel spring bars that have to be manually snapped into place, the Continuum has a composite load bar assembly that raises with a pump of a handle. This assembly uses a flexible composite material called LiteFlex, which is strong enough to handle heavy loads, yet flexible enough to ensure that you won't have a rough, rigid ride at lower tongue weights. Because of this, the Continuum can handle anything from a small enclosed trailer to a large camper, allowing the system to grow with you.
Once you get your trailer hooked up and you're ready to transfer your load, just pump the handle on the hydraulic unit. This will raise the rear of the load bar assembly to distribute your tongue weight.
The knob on the side of the hydraulic unit allows you to back off some of the pressure you pump in so you can dial in just the right amount to get your towing setup balanced. Take note of the psi reading on the built-in pressure gauge once you're done and record it in the included log for the next time you tow.
If you start to experience a bumpy ride while towing with the Continuum, it might be a sign that you've moved too much weight off of the connection point. Fixing this is simple: find a place to park and turn the built-in adjustment knob on the pump unit to release some pressure.
The tongue weight rating is the most important factor in determining which size weight distribution system you should use. If the bars of the system you choose are rated too high for your setup, they will create a rigid ride, which can result in a bouncing trailer. If, on the other hand, the bars are not rated high enough, the system will be unable to properly distribute the weight, rendering it virtually useless.
To determine the proper weight rating for a weight distribution system, you must first determine your trailer's tongue weight. Then add to that the weight of the cargo behind the rear axle of your tow vehicle. These two measurements make up the tongue weight rating for a weight distribution system.
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Best set up for my truck and camper. . No sagging and great sway control! I have a f150 pulling 32ft camper. Going 70-75 mph with ease. Worth every penny. Only suggestion need an easier solution when leaving the camper to be serviced . I have to tie the bars up so others can tow without having to leave your hitch with them.
Installation went well but with mine being an underslung trailer there were some challenges getting it set up. B&W had me text them photos and got an engineer on the phone with me. I can't say enough about their service, they are awesome. He looked at my picture and made some other suggestions to make the hitch work better with my trailer.
I took the trailer out for a test run for about 20 miles. We had very little wind, but the hitch overall performed really well. It was one hand on the steering wheel for me; a very enjoyable ride. I was able to pull into a gas station and make a few fine adjustments in the span of 5 minutes which is what I really love. With my other old-style hitch when I stopped to make adjustments, it took 30 minutes. This is a very well-made product, and I'm looking forward to camping with it soon! I'm running an F150 with a 2015 Jayco 29QBS.
No regrets with this. I went back and forth on a few different hitches and took a slight chance with this one due to the newer design. I wanted something that was reliable and gave me the least amount of worries while towing. Safety was and is my #1 concern. This hitch absolutely delivers on that. Strong winds and trucks flying by are no match for this WDH. I waited a year to write this review. I have driven over 10000 miles and have been to over 25 campsites. Watching the install video from B&W and watching "Wandering Weekends" on YouTube helps clear up any questions and concerns. One tip that has really helped is lowing the PSI down more helps with control. Second tip, make sure your truck and trailer are straight and level when setting the PSI. After using it a few times, the process becomes quicker, easier, and more enjoyable.
I also towed in the winter and noticed no difference in the hydraulics and pressure. Very impressed by that.
Truly a great purchase by an amazing company. etrailer.com was also a pleasure to go through and purchase from! I remember that shipping was the fastest I have ever had. Communication was also amazing. B&W / etrailer.com = perfect combo!
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