Can Sway Control be Used on a Trailer without Using Weight Distribution

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Can i just use a sway control without weight distribution system? thanks

asked by: Bob

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Expert Reply:

Yes, you can use the Reese Friction Sway control part # 83660 without a weight distribution system.

You would just need to use the tab part # RP26003 on the ball mount as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The 2014 Chevy Suburban does not have a place to plug in a brake controller but it does have a tow package wire bundle that you will use to wire up a brake controller. The wire bundle is located up under the dash to the left of the steering column.…

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Answer 2

This is a great question. I called my contact at Progress Manufacturing (creator of Equalizer and FastWay Weight Distribution products) to pick his brain on this topic. He explained that weight distribution (WD) and sway control products rely on…

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Answer 3

You do NOT have to plug in both the 15-amp and 30-amp male ends to use the Power Grip RV Power Maximizer #CAM55025. You can plug in just the 15-amp or just the 30-amp male end and it will still work. The 30 or 15 amp end not plugged in will NOT be…

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

The anti-swivel base on the #C45WR is missing a tab on one side to make it compatible with the sway control tab. This does not adversely impact the performance. You can use the #C40047 with the #D320 but you would have to bend or cut one of the tabs…

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Answer 6

Hey Patrick! I wasn't able to find definitive specs for your 2021 Casita Spirit Deluxe but it looks like the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution System #FA92-00-0450 is the best option. This hitch will do a great job keeping you level while cutting…

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

Hey Cory, thanks for reaching out. The correct weight distribution (WD) hitch depends on your loaded tongue weight. The 340 lb hitch weight is the dry hitch weight which does not include batteries or fuel. So your actual loaded hitch weight will…

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