How To Stop Side to Side Sway When Towing with 2018 Chevy Colorado

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When towing a 4500lb travel trailer with my Chevy Colorado I notice a constant minor side-to-side bump that Im not sure if it could be coming from movement between the hitch and the receiver. Will an anti-rattle stabilizer eliminate side-to-side movement? Any other thoughts on what could be causing this side-to-side bump?

asked by: Joe

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Expert Reply:

I do have an option for you but an anti-rattle device won't do anything when towing a trailer. The SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs which install on the vehicle are great at reducing body roll and sway while towing or hauling. If you have a diesel engine then you'll want to use part # SS85FR or if you have a gas engine you'll want to use part # SSR-212-40.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

The holes on the Curt weight distribution shank are 1-1/4 inches apart on center. Compare that to what the head requires on your Camco system to determine if this is a fit. The max drop on this shank is 5-3/4 inches. This shank has not been tested…

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Answer 2

The center of the ball on the plate that mounts on the trailer should be 24 inches from the center of the trailer coupler (where the center of the hitch ball would be when towing). The first two diagrams on the top of page 2 in the instructions (see…

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Answer 3

Personally I wouldn't go with Timbren's for your needs. They're essentially rubber bump stops that prevent your suspension from flexing when weights placed on the rear of your Canyon. The major issue with them is comfortability when you…

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You can install friction sway control on both sides of a trailer like the part #17200. The only recommendation I would make is to be aware that when backing the trailer in tight situations you should probably remove the sway controls. This would be…

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You can use the Curt friction style sway control, #17200 on the left or right side. You will need to loosen the handle and the other bolt below it, pull the inside arm out, flip it over, then reinsert it. You will then need to unscrew the handle on…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Since the pin weight of your camper is 2.1k, I recommend going with the LoadLifter 5000 opposed to the 7500. While technically there is not reason you couldn't use the 7500 kit, it really is not necessary for a camper like yours. Generally the…

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Answer 8

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Answer 9

Hi Frank, While we can get you a brake controller for your 2020 Chevy Colorado, there isn't a plug-in option and harness because the truck doesn't have a plug under the dash. That said, the wires are already run to the cab, so it isn't…

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Answer 10

There is only one difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13176 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98909 that fit your 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, which is the finish. The Curt trailer hitch has a glossy black finish while the etrailer…

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