Journey with Confidence RV GPS App RV Trip Planner RV LIFE Campground Reviews RV Maintenance Take a Speed Test Free 7 Day Trial ×
 

Go Back   Keystone RV Forums > Keystone Fleet | Keystone RV Models > Lite Weight Trailers
Click Here to Login

Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
 
Old 01-17-2012, 05:45 PM   #21
CoveDweller
Junior Member
 
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Decatur, Illinois
Posts: 5
Sway Control

I've got a 2012 27RLS with the equalizer, works great!
CoveDweller is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-17-2012, 06:12 PM   #22
springfield5
Junior Member
 
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Central Ohio
Posts: 29
Quote:
Originally Posted by CoveDweller View Post
I've got a 2012 27RLS with the equalizer, works great!
Thanks for the reply! How long is the 27RLS and you have had no problems installation or otherwise with the equalizer? Also, what do you tow with.

Thanks again

Jeff
springfield5 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-17-2012, 07:07 PM   #23
f6bits
Senior Member
 
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: SoCal
Posts: 1,739
His TV is listed in another post:
"Fishhawk - I have a 2004 GMC Sierra SLT Crew Cab. 5.3, 3.73 w/tow package, 3" torsion bar lift kit, SS Magnaflow exhaust, pulling a 2012 Keystone Cougar 27RLS. I also have the equalizer hitch which works real well. I did elect to add Hellwig overload springs which greatly improved the ride and rear ride height.”

The specs say overall length is 30.5 feet. I’m a little confused as to why specs say hitch is about 425lbs, yet dry weight is over 6000 lbs. Tongue weight is quite a bit lower than 10%. It’s more like 7%. Again, hitting the scales should provide some insight.
__________________
-Scott, DW, DG, DB, and DD

2011 Passport 2590BH
2009 Ford F150 SuperCrew FX4 5.4L w/Max Tow
f6bits is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-18-2012, 06:48 AM   #24
michol02
Senior Member
 
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Sulphur, La
Posts: 346
I pull a 2012 32SAB(35' 1") with an Equalizer 4 point(10000lb/1000lb). This is the same front cap as yours, only my tongue weight is a bit lighter. I am totally pleased with my Equalizer. With your trailer, I would opt for the 12000lb/1200lb(just my opinion). It fits well and has plenty of clearance and turning radius. I had my dealer install mine($849 total). My wheel base is 143.5, it pulls fine with very little sway. One day I will upgrade to a 3/4 ton, but for now, I am satisfied with my set-up.
__________________
Michol02
2012 Cougar 32SAB
2013 Chevy 2500 HD

Visit Mods album in my profile
michol02 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-18-2012, 09:48 AM   #25
springfield5
Junior Member
 
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Central Ohio
Posts: 29
Quote:
Originally Posted by michol02 View Post
I pull a 2012 32SAB(35' 1") with an Equalizer 4 point(10000lb/1000lb). This is the same front cap as yours, only my tongue weight is a bit lighter. I am totally pleased with my Equalizer. With your trailer, I would opt for the 12000lb/1200lb(just my opinion). It fits well and has plenty of clearance and turning radius. I had my dealer install mine($849 total). My wheel base is 143.5, it pulls fine with very little sway. One day I will upgrade to a 3/4 ton, but for now, I am satisfied with my set-up.
Thank you so much for your reply! It sounds like we are in similar situations and I am very glad to hear from some one with personal experience. Is there plenty of clearance between the equalizer and the front cap? Also, would you agree that a Hensly Arrow wouldn't fit? Sorry for so many questions, I am just excited and looking forward to our new trailer. So, how do you like your Cougar so far?
springfield5 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-19-2012, 05:10 AM   #26
michol02
Senior Member
 
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Sulphur, La
Posts: 346
I don't have any experience with the Hensley. Here is some pics(didn't have time this morning to hook the hitch to it). There is plenty of clearance and room for adjustments.
Click image for larger version

Name:	IMAG0082-1-1.jpg
Views:	220
Size:	31.0 KB
ID:	894
Click image for larger version

Name:	IMAG0116.jpg
Views:	208
Size:	92.3 KB
ID:	891
Click image for larger version

Name:	IMAG0117.jpg
Views:	190
Size:	86.1 KB
ID:	892
Click image for larger version

Name:	IMAG0118.jpg
Views:	204
Size:	85.7 KB
ID:	893
I love my cougar. Lots of room inside except for the bed room and hanging storage(i have the model previous to the new one with 3 slides), but i've made modifications to the hanger bar, and we don't need much space in the room(just a place to sleep). You can check out some of my modifications in the " modifications and upgrades " section of this forum.
__________________
Michol02
2012 Cougar 32SAB
2013 Chevy 2500 HD

Visit Mods album in my profile
michol02 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-19-2012, 09:07 AM   #27
springfield5
Junior Member
 
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Central Ohio
Posts: 29
Quote:
Originally Posted by michol02 View Post
I don't have any experience with the Hensley. Here is some pics(didn't have time this morning to hook the hitch to it). There is plenty of clearance and room for adjustments.
Attachment 894
Attachment 891
Attachment 892
Attachment 893
I love my cougar. Lots of room inside except for the bed room and hanging storage(i have the model previous to the new one with 3 slides), but i've made modifications to the hanger bar, and we don't need much space in the room(just a place to sleep). You can check out some of my modifications in the " modifications and upgrades " section of this forum.
Thanks for adding the pictures of the tongue situation. I have only seen it at the RV show and honestly wasn't thinking about the WD hitch so I didn't pay alot of attention to that area. Your pictures are very helpful and may help shed a little light on the questions for others in the same situation. It looks like in order to add the snap up brackets for a Reese, you would probably have to trim the propane cover. Looks like Equalizer may be the route to go. Again, Thanks for your help!
springfield5 is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply

Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Forum Jump

» Featured Campgrounds

Reviews provided by

Powered by vBadvanced CMPS v3.2.3
Disclaimer:

This website is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Keystone RV Company or any of its affiliates in any way. Keystone RV® is a registered trademark of the Keystone RV Company.


All times are GMT -8. The time now is 03:07 AM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.9
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.