Sway Control Needed for a 2018 Audi Q7 That Doesnt Use a Friction Bar or Weight Distribution

Published 09/07/2018

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Reese Friction Sway Control Kit - Economy - by Draw-Tite, Reese and Hidden Hitch

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$79.08

Tuson Trailer Sway Control System - Electronic - Up to 4 Axles

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$507.22

Question:

I have a 2018 Audi Q7 with an air suspension. The comment from your website which is below indicates that the #83660 cannot be used when backing up. I assume that it needs to be disingaged. Is there a sway bar without a wt distribution hitch that would not need to be disengaged for backing up? In cases when a weight distribution system cannot be used, a sway bar like the excellent Reese # 83660 is a great option. I do recommend adding one to your trailer to reduce any sway and also improve handling, especially in adverse towing conditions. For the needed ball mount bracket you can use # RP26003. As long as you are looking at the 3.0L model Q7, the vehicle and sway bar will be able to handle your max 7,000 pound camper without issue.

asked by: Glenn R

Helpful Expert Reply:

It is correct that the Reese Friction Sway Control Kit # 83660 does need to be disengaged when backing up to avoid damaging the product.

There is another sway control option that doesn't use the friction bar or a weight distribution system. This is the Tuson Electronic Sway Control System # 335TSC-1000 and it helps control your sway by activating your trailer brakes to counteract any sway that begins to happen. This is compatible with trailers that have 1 - 4 axles and I have attached a review plus the written instructions for you to reference.

expert reply by: Jon G