How Do Weight Distribution and Sway Control Differ?
In terms of bumper pull, sway control and weight distribution may be similar, but they are not the same. For all vehicles and trailers, most weight distribution hitches come with an internal sway control. The sway control cannot distribute weight if it is a stand-alone version.
Here, we will explain what each of these actually means and what type of hitch you should buy for your RV travel trailer or bumper pull.
How Does A Weight Distribution Work?
With its dual strength, a Sway Pro Weight Distributing Hitch ensures that the trailer's weight is distributed evenly. This will evenly distribute the trailer's weight between the trailer and the tow vehicle. With an Ea-Z-Lift Elite Bent Bar Weight Distributing Hitch, you can tow a trailer safely and smoothly.
When your tongue pull trailer weighs more than your tow vehicle, weight distribution hitches are needed. No matter what the weight of an RV travel trailer is, it requires a Weight Distribution Kit.
Weigh Distribution Hitch: How Can It Help You?
The back portion of your vehicle might be pulled downward when you are towing a heavy trailer when the entire weight is placed on the hitch.
You will have less control on the road if you are towing this type of trailer, since the front portion of your vehicle will be lifted upwards.
In order to distribute the weight of your trailer, the MV Round Bar Weight Distribution Hitch uses two steel arms spread out underneath the ball of the hitch. Your trailer's weight will then be evenly distributed between the front and back axles.
Lifting up the back and front of your tow vehicle will make it more even and reduce sagging. The towing process can be smooth once the weight has been distributed properly. Having more control and less wear on your tow vehicle's axle and bearings makes it safer.
Weight Distribution Hitch: When Should You Use It?
A positive weight distribution hitch, such as a Light-Duty TruTrack Weight Distribution System, is required by truck manufacturers whenever the trailer's weight exceeds the tow vehicle's weight or size. SUVs and half-ton trucks with trailers weighing 5,000 lbs or more typically require a Weight Distributing Hitch With Ball Mount And Shank. Most bumper pull RV travel trailers also require a Centerline TS Weight Distribution Hitch.
Even if a single-axle trailer weighs 500 pounds, a weight distribution hitch with sway control is recommended. It is always a good idea to keep your bumper pull trailer and yourself safe with these hitches.
Tow truck and trailer weight distribution hitches: what size should you use? Ea-Z-Lift Weight Distribution Kits have a higher rating than trailers, so you should choose one with a higher rating.
How Does Sway Control Work?
The single ball hitch on your vehicle will allow it to move freely when you are making turns when towing a bumper pull trailer. Considering that there is no force that can prevent your trailer from swaying, there could be a problem here. The force of the trailer can cause your vehicle to go off the road if its rear end swings around. A trailer flip could be the worst case scenario if the trailer sways. The best thing to do is to avoid this situation. A weight distribution hitch with sway control or a weight distribution hitch with bar is recommended for stopping trailer sway.
Sway bars and hitches - how do they work?
Speed, wind, road conditions, axles, tongue weight, and cargo placement can all affect trailer sway. Friction can keep your trailer in the middle of your tow vehicle when you use a hitch or sway control bar. In the event that the rear end begins to sway, the friction bar will function as a side-to-side brake. The trailer will be stopped by applying some resistance. Furthermore, a Sway Control Kit will keep your trailer centered on your tow vehicle when it is being towed.
Sway bars and TruTrack Trunnion Bar Weight Distribution Systems can help prevent trailer sway, but you should be careful when packing your trailer. During high winds, you should drive slowly and place more weight on the front of the trailer. It is important to note that trailer sway may still occur even if you use an anti-sway hitch or sway bar. If you notice trailer sway, do not brake when you notice it. Slow down by removing your foot from the gas pedal.
Sway Control: When Should You Use It?
A Ready-To-Tow Kit or anti-sway device is required for any bump pull trailer, regardless of its size. If you choose a weight distribution hitch with sway control or a simple sway bar, be cautious.
When your trailer sways, what should you do? Towing a bumper pull trailer can cause trailer sway, no matter how careful you are. As a result, if you see your trailer swaying at high speeds, you should know what to do.
What Are Sway Bars and How Do They Work?
One axle of most vehicles is equipped with sway bars. Your vehicle is attached to the other side by this piece of metal. In your vehicle, the sway bar twists and lifts up the side that is low as you drive. By doing so, you can prevent side-to-side swaying and keep your vehicle more upright at the same time.
To minimize sway when towing a camper, you can add a sway bar to your trailer hitch. The purpose of all of them is to reduce sway when pulling a trailer. There are various kinds, but they all work the same way. Your camper or trailer may even be equipped with a cam lock to prevent swaying. Other models prevent trailer sway by using friction. In addition to the hitch ball, sway control hitches are installed at the rear of the vehicle.
Is a sway bar necessary when pulling a camper?
Due to their ability to pull over the axle, fifth-wheel trailers generally do not need sway bars. Nevertheless, sway control hitches can be beneficial to travel trailers. A sway bar or sway control hitch, such as an Ea-Z-Lift Screw-On Sway Control, can help prevent sway. A 4-Point Sway Control can provide peace of mind and comfort while driving, even if you do not need a Dual Cam High-Performance Sway Control Hitch.