Recommended Sway Control for 20 Foot Enclosed Trailer Weighing 7,000 lbs Loaded
Updated 08/22/2024 | Published 04/09/2018
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Actually my loaded trailer will be about 6000 LB, in this case would it be better to use EQ37100ET? I heard too stiff of a bar (for the higher tongue weight rating) will cause handling issues. Could you please advice. Thanks
asked by: Randy
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For your 20 Foot Outback Enclosed Trailer, the Reese Friction Sway Control Kit - Economy # 83660 will use friction to minimize the movement by basically sandwiching the moving bar. This will allow for turning to still happen without issue, but will need to be removed for backing up, which is easy with a single pin removal. You will also need the bracket # RP26003 for an easy installation of the friction sway control ball. I've attached an article to assist.
A single friction sway control bar can be used on trailers up to 26 feet long. If you want even better control, I recommend you use a weight distribution system with integrated sway control. This will help disperse weight as well as give you another friction point for sway control. This is a much better option, but at a higher price point. The benefits usually are worth the difference in cost. For your 7,000 lb loaded trailer, accounting for 10-15% tongue weight on average, I recommend the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System w/ 4-Point Sway Control # EQ37120ET. This will give you far more sway control than the friction bar set-up. You will also need # ALL643216 to install the included hitch ball.
Cam
8/21/2024
I am interested in purchasing a 7x16 enclosed V nose 4 wheels on spring suspension I currently pull a 30 foot trailer weighing 8000 lb short distances with my f150 equipped with air bags I use the blue ox system. Has the drop hitch Really like it. A heavy beast. What would be suitable for cargoes. What I buy will stay with the unit It will see more long distance travel to visit these ikea stores. Moving furniture and when buying plywood and other supplies I prefer to keep out of sight I’m wondering if the ox is too much overkill? Whatever I get must have a drop hitch Also a question about load stability. The trailer I’m looking at does not have any type of load tie down system. Is it best to but in rings or the track I see a few use Thanks
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Randy
4/9/2018
Actually my loaded trailer will be about 6000 LB, in this case would it be better to use EQ37100ET? I heard too stiff of a bar (for the higher tongue weight rating) will cause handling issues. Could you please advice. Thanks