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Old 05-18-2018, 06:27 PM   #21
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No one really answered my second question in my first post.
Can a WDH/sway control system be installed myself or do I have to have a shop do it.

I've been busy renovating my house and haven't got the WDH/sway control system yet.
The RV shop where I got the trailer says there is a 4 week waiting period, so I may have to look elsewhere to have it installed if I can't do it.
I'm going to review the posts in this thread and order me a WDH/sway control system next week, so any more advice would be appreciated.
Go with an Equal-i-zer E4. Get the model appropriate to the hitch weight of your TT. Follow the instructions provided and you should be able to set it up. Call the number on the instruction book if you have issues. JMO
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Old 05-18-2018, 06:28 PM   #22
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Very easy to do yourself.
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Old 05-18-2018, 07:26 PM   #23
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Not sure about the blue ox. I've owned various hitches and my Equalizer 4 point (never knew they made a 2 point - useless IMO) is the best regular WDH/sway I've ever had and agreed to by most that own them. Easy to hook up, no backup issues etc.......and about the best there is for WD and sway with the exception of a Hensley or Propride. Folks pick all kinds of hitches to eliminate sway, reduce sway, save money, etc. You don't buy a hitch to save money. The Equalizer has had complaints about noise - if you follow the manufacturers directions that is not an issue IMO.
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Old 05-18-2018, 10:51 PM   #24
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I cant speak to any other hitch because this is my first but for what it is worth I have the 14k 4 point and it pulls like a champ. The dealer upgraded me from the 10k because my toy hauler is in the front and my HD weighs in at about 900lbs. I pulled it with a Yukon from south Texas to Missouri and never felt a wiggle.
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Old 05-19-2018, 06:17 AM   #25
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What they said, E4 ain`t no comparison to the e2 and I have both. You will save money in the long run and you can think those that recommended it later.
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Old 05-19-2018, 06:39 AM   #26
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That totally depends on your mechanical ability, your availability to the required tools and your ability to read, comprehend, and follow directions. No one on the forum would have those answers without knowing you.I would advise researching the considered hitchs and check out their web sites and see if your comfortable with the install instructions.
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No one really answered my second question in my first post.
Can a WDH/sway control system be installed myself or do I have to have a shop do it.

I've been busy renovating my house and haven't got the WDH/sway control system yet.
The RV shop where I got the trailer says there is a 4 week waiting period, so I may have to look elsewhere to have it installed if I can't do it.
I'm going to review the posts in this thread and order me a WDH/sway control system next week, so any more advice would be appreciated.
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Old 05-19-2018, 09:16 AM   #27
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They all come with instructions, why couldn't you install if you want to.
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Old 05-26-2018, 11:43 PM   #28
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Not sure about the blue ox. I've owned various hitches and my Equalizer 4 point (never knew they made a 2 point - useless IMO) is the best regular WDH/sway I've ever had and agreed to by most that own them. Easy to hook up, no backup issues etc.......and about the best there is for WD and sway with the exception of a Hensley or Propride. Folks pick all kinds of hitches to eliminate sway, reduce sway, save money, etc. You don't buy a hitch to save money. The Equalizer has had complaints about noise - if you follow the manufacturers directions that is not an issue IMO.
Before I order, I want to clarify:

OK, several of you here recommend the Equalizer 4 point WDH/sway system.
Is this the right one for me? :
https://www.amazon.com/Equal-i-zer-4...004TR8BX8?th=1

My Truck:
2014 Ram 1500 SLT Quad Cab 4x4
5.7L V8 Hemi MDS VVT 395 HP Engine
8-Spd Auto 8HP70 Transmission
292 Rear Axle Gears
VIN: 1C6RR7GTOES367523
(it has many upgrades)

What I'm towing:
I have a 2007 Keystone 18RS Outback trailer
http://www.forrestrvs.com/product/us...18rs-444481-29
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Old 05-27-2018, 04:22 AM   #29
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Before I order, I want to clarify:
What I'm towing:
I have a 2007 Keystone 18RS Outback trailer
http://www.forrestrvs.com/product/us...18rs-444481-29
For RV stuff I would rather deal with etrailer.com
They have actual people who know what they are talking about when talking trailers and hitches and such.
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Old 05-27-2018, 04:27 AM   #30
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This link from Equalizer will guide you in hitch size.
https://www.equalizerhitch.com/find-y
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Old 05-27-2018, 08:54 AM   #31
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This link from Equalizer will guide you in hitch size.
https://www.equalizerhitch.com/find-y
That link didn't work... but the main one did.
https://www.equalizerhitch.com
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Old 05-27-2018, 09:38 AM   #32
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That link didn't work... but the main one did.
https://www.equalizerhitch.com
Hope it helps
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Old 05-29-2018, 06:32 PM   #33
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I love my Reese dual cam setup. Never experienced sway, it’s easy to hook and unhook without raising and lowering the tongue, and can backup in place.
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Old 06-02-2018, 04:00 AM   #34
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Well, the Equalizer 4 point WDH/sway system came via UPS yesterday. Free shipping. Good thing as the two boxes were heavy, one weighed 94 lbs! Isn't that more added weight to the trailer? Anyways, I'll be installing the Equalizer 4 point WDH/sway system and practicing backing up the trailer in the big Church parking lot near our place June 10th. Will stay the night there too to test and use the trailer like we're camping too. My wife and I already have four different mountain lakes spots reserved for the summer. Can't wait for the Mt Adams/Takhlakh Lake weeklong vacation on our 20th anniversary vacation. After three years of trying I managed to get the BEST campsite of the place with best view of the lake/mountain. The first day I could reserve it, (six months out) I did like you do eBay, right at midnight to the second nabbed it. I lost it the previous three years and settled for second best spot. Happy Days are here again!





Thanks guys for all your advice and help! Much Appreciated!!!
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Old 06-02-2018, 07:11 AM   #35
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Nice pics. Which hitch size did you end up with??
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Old 06-02-2018, 03:26 PM   #36
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Nice pics. Which hitch size did you end up with??
Equal-i-zer 4-point Sway Control Hitch, 90-00-0600, 6,000 Lbs Trailer Weight Rating, 600 Lbs Tongue Weight Rating
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Old 06-03-2018, 03:59 AM   #37
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Follow the instructions to a T. It is not hard. An impact wrench makes set up fast.
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Old 06-03-2018, 05:51 AM   #38
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Its not overkill, when you need it. Sounds like you have alot invested in you TV and TT. Why not put a little more money into a hitch like propride or hensley. Overkill, perhaps, but that day will come when you wish had overkill, or glad that you have overkill.
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Old 06-03-2018, 06:28 AM   #39
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Its not overkill, when you need it. Sounds like you have alot invested in you TV and TT. Why not put a little more money into a hitch like propride or hensley. Overkill, perhaps, but that day will come when you wish had overkill, or glad that you have overkill.
You expressed your opinion, this is mine:

Hensley and ProPride hitches are an "upgrade" to help with sway. They are not necessary in all, or even in most situations. To suggest to a novice RV'er that "If you don't buy a Hensley you'll be sorry" is, frankly, unwarranted.

Sway control hitches like Hensley and ProPride are an optional, personal choice, much like Anderson Ultimate hitches, sliding fifth wheel hitches, cushioned pinbox hitches, or gooseneck hitches. None of them are "mandatory" for safe RV'ing.

There are hundreds of thousands of RV'ers who have towed millions of miles without the benefit of either of your suggetions and have never had an incident that would cause them to say, "If only I'd had ....".

Not everyone will, one day wish for overkill and not everyone needs a Hensley or ProPride hitch to safely tow a properly sized and equipped truck/trailer combination.
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