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Originally Posted by Plumbtrician
Yep, that’s the plan. I’ve been reading here a bit before joining and I appreciate your knowledge Sourdough. Are you in agreeance to go with the Equalizer E4?
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I, and many others, use the Equalizer 4 point and couldn't be happier. It is a very effective wdh/sway control device - especially considering what it costs. Follow the instructions on the setup and lubrication and you will have a top notch hitch.
Edit: Didn't see the 2nd post. I think I would go with the 6k - maybe. If you think you may upgrade trailers some day in the future you may want to look at the heavier hitch with lighter bars. I believe the Equalizer makes a break in the shank size at 10k. At that point all the shanks are rated at 14k. Some believe that the bar weights make their ride more rough. I used 10k, 12k and 14k bars on this trailer (10k gvw). There was no discernible difference to me. I ended up with the 12k bars. In that case, in my experience, you could run 10k bars with the 14k shank and be prepared for a trailer upgrade in the future. Or, run the heavy shank and lighter 6k bars and upgrade the bars in the future (if the 6k bars will fit the heavier shank).
Another note: if the Expedition has a "soft" rear end....fix it. That will exacerbate any kind of towing issue. The vehicle is 15 years old....new shocks, LT tires and possibly a sway bar (if it doesn't have one - upgraded if it does). I know it sounds like a lot but jumping into RVs and "getting on the road" can get expensive to do it right and be safe.