Equalizer or Strait Line Weight Distribution Comparison for a 2015 Ford F-150 Towing 7,200 lb Jayco

Updated 03/03/2016 | Published 03/02/2016

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Reese Strait-Line Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control - No Shank - 12 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW

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2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-3/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 12,000 lbs

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2" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 10,000

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Question:

Im really having a hard time deciding between Reese dual cam WD and sway control vs equalizer. The rv place im buying the trailer from is pushing equalizer and I like that they are made in America. But I also see a lot of people saying dual cam is really great also. 2015 f150 towing a 7200 lb 31 ft Jayco trailer. thx for any help

asked by: Nathan

Expert Reply:

Based on performance and design I prefer the Dual Cam Reese Strait Line setups. Either system will work great though as they are both considered the two best options, but I like that the Dual Cam setup as it works to keep the trailer in a straight line behind the trailer... which makes it a proactive sway control. Whereas the Equalizer systems is a reactive sway control in that it works to minimize it once it occurs.

For your trailer that weighs 7,200 lbs the Strait Line System part # RP66074 would be a great option as it has a tongue weight range of 600-1,200 lbs. Your tongue weight also includes the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle but your tongue weight should fall perfectly in the middle of this range. I attached an install video for this system as well.

For a 2 inch ball you would want part # A-90 and for a 2-5/16 inch ball # 19286.

expert reply by: Jameson C