What does an equalizing hitch do?
A weight distribution hitch (aka “load equalizing hitch”) does just what the name says — it is a hitch that evenly distributes the weight of your payload. It works by using adjustable spring bars and tension to distribute the load of the trailer tongue to the trailer and vehicle axles.
Do I need an equalizing hitch?
Whether you are driving a truck that is a midsize, half-ton, or heavy-duty, a weight distribution hitch will be an important part of your towing setup. Most of the midsize and half-ton trucks out there will require a weight distribution hitch when towing something that is 5,000 pounds or more.
Does an Equal-i-zer hitch increase towing capacity?
Well, our technical answer is no, a weight distribution hitch will not actually increase the towing capacity of your vehicle. Ensuring that you stay within your manufacturer’s towing capacity is incredibly important for your safety and other drivers on the road.
How do trailer Equal-i-zer bars work?
The bars provide the weight equalization, meaning that when the pressure is applied to the bars in an uplift motion, it lifts the tongue of the trailer and the rear of the tow vehicle up to level. This provides a smooth comfortable towing experience.”
How does the equalizer hitch control sway?
The patented Equal-i-zer hitch head creates two powerful points of rotational friction that work to stop side-to-side sway before it starts. The sway control is activated by downward pressure from the trailer tongue and upward pressure on the spring arms.
Are weight distribution hitches worth it?
A Weight-Distributing Hitch Is Necessary For Safety Simple, it improves safety. With the weight-distributing hitch properly set up, your load is evenly distributed over the axles on the trailer which gives you more stability and control. It also gives your tow vehicle and trailer a more level ride.
Does a weight distributing hitch reduce tongue weight?
Weight distribution works to distribute the tongue weight of a trailer up to the front axle of the tow vehicle so that it will sit more level and handle/brake better. That being said the systems do not “reduce” tongue weight or allow you to tow beyond the capacities of the vehicle.
How tight should weight distribution bars be?
With a properly set up WDH the bars should be parallel with the tongue frame with no more than a 10 degree variance. In general, place the vehicle and trailer on a flat level surface and tighten the chains to the point (and only to the point) that the tow vehicle and trailer are both level..