How Does Andersen Weight Distribution Reduce Sway Without Friction Bars?

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I dont see friction bars, just chains. How is this considered sway control when most chain systems dont offer sway control? thanks

asked by: Nicki

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Nicki, that is an excellent question that we've gotten before.
The Andersen weight distribution hitches work in a totally different way from competitors which allows it to remain lightweight, not bulky, and easy to install or remove. The chains you see are there to keep the trailer and truck as level as possible and are the actual weight distribution components.

But as far as sway control goes, there is actually a friction cone in the head which allows weight to push the hitch ball into the cone where there is brake-like friction material to stop the ball from rotating as easily. This is why the trailer won't sway as much after installing the Andersen system.

What is your trailer's tongue weight? This will help us pick out a system for you:
-Andersen 10K GTW, 1.4K TW with 4" Rise/Drop # AN88VR (2" Receiver)
-Andersen 10K GTW, 1.4K TW with 6" Rise/Drop # AN28VR (2" Receiver)
-Andersen 14K GTW, 1.4K TW with 4" Rise/Drop #AN53VR (2" Receiver)
-Andersen 16K GTW, 1.6K TW with 6" Rise/Drop # AN33VR (2" Receiver)
-Andersen 14K GTW, 1.4K TW with 6" Rise/Drop # AN69VR (2-1/2" Receiver)

expert reply by: Andrew N

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Andersen WDH Friction cone
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Answer 1

Hey there Layla! There are a few different forms of weight distribution hitches, but the majority of the systems that have sway control use friction bars, which work similar to brake pads on your vehicle. This works really well, but it can sometimes…

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Answer 2

Hey there Michelle! While weight distribution systems are supposed to get the truck and trailer as level as possible, they are not complete miracle workers and won't make both 100% level in all situations. In fact, Andersen has a section of the…

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Answer 3

Hi Doug! If you were just needing a weight distribution system for the sway control, I would have said the Andersen Weight Distribution Hitch w Sway Control - 6" Drop/Rise - 14K GTW, 1.4K TW #AN53VR could be a good option. However, I have tried…

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Answer 4

Hey Leonard! Yes, you can use the hitch pin hole furthest away from the head to install the Andersen Weight Distribution Hitch #AN53VR in your receiver. Both of the hitch pin holes can be used to secure the shank. What kind of trailer are you…

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Answer 5

Hey Jon, I have a solution for you but I would not recommend the Andersen Weight Distribution system part #AN33VR for your 2025 Brinkley Z Air 297. What we have found is that the Andersen system does a decent job with lighter weight trailers but for…

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Answer 6

Hey Michael! When you're choosing a weight distribution hitch the most important factor is the tongue weight of the trailer. It looks like the dry/unloaded tongue weight of a Brinkley Z Air 297 is 924 lbs. Once you add batteries and propane you…

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Answer 7

Good afternoon Drake! Yes you are in luck, because the Andersen Weight Distribution Hitches, like a lot of modern ones, do allow you to reverse while hooked up to your trailer. The reason this can, and some can't, comes down to if it uses certain…

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Answer 8

Hello Robert, thanks for reaching out. The Andersen Weight Distribution Hitch can indeed be used with your 2025 GMC Acadia towing a 5,000 lb trailer. For that, you can use the following: - Andersen Weight Distribution Hitch w Sway Control - 6"…

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Answer 9

Good morning Hurley (cool name by the way. I like the clothing brand Hurley). Also, congrats on the new-to-you Chevy! That is an excellent question that comes up from time to time on various vehicles and weight distribution systems. So on your 2023…

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Answer 10

Hey Ray, while there certainly is a lot of appeal to the Andersen WD systems like the part #AN88VR what we have found is that if the tongue weight is more than a few hundred lbs they just don't work as well as the traditional systems that use…

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Answer 11

Yes, we do have the Thin Walled Socket for Equal-i-zer Hitches #EQ70-00-4800 and their 2-5/16" hitch balls. They have different weight ratings and you will want to ensure you have the correct one from the list below. 10,000LB Equal-i-zer…

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Answer 12

You always need to keep your trailer tires filled to the max cold psi rating. If your current load range G tires have a 110 psi rating then that is what you need to keep them filled to. Tire blowouts are a result of damaging a tire (like hitting…

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