Can You Back Up and Turn With Weight Distribution System Installed on Trailer
Updated 12/19/2022 | Published 12/18/2022
Question:
I will be towing a 3,730 pound trailer when loaded. It is 15ft 9 inches long. Will I be able to back up and turn while backing up. If the answer is no what do I have to do to back up and turn. Thank You
asked by: VICTOR M
Expert Reply:
With weight distribution systems like the Equal-I-Zer # EQ37040ET that you referenced you can back up and turn slightly but you basically can't jackknife the trailer as it will brake things. If you can imagine how tight of a turn you can get into while going forward that would be the same sharpness you would be limited too when backing up. If for some reason you have to go super sharp you would need to disconnect the sway bars and you can go as tight as you want.
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Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System w/ 4-Point Sway Control - 4,000 lbs GTW, 400 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Trunnion Bar
- Fits 3 Inch Frame
- Fits 4 Inch Frame
- Fits 5 Inch Frame
- Fits 6 Inch Frame
- Includes Shank
- Top-Mount
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 200 lbs
- 300 lbs
- Equal-i-zer
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