1/6/2010 12:43:40 PM permalink
Smilemonster Posts 1	Hi, Anyone out there an expert on travel trailer and tow vehicle hitches? We upgraded two years ago to both a larger camper and a larger tow vehicle. We kept our old hitch and sway bar system as we were told it would work fine with the new set-up. The problem is that the hitch dips, so the camper is leaning forward and the Yukon XL is leaning backward. All the pressure is in the middle between the two. Makes the Yukon ride pretty low. We have terrible sway with semi's even though the sway bar system is in place. Someone mentioned the Arrow hitch on another forum, but they are SO expensive, I don't know that we can ever afford one. Would love to hear other ideas or suggestions. Thanks. -- Smilemonster Patience, my dear, and don't swear.
	1/6/2010 1:20:49 PM permalink
Steve Roddy Lazydays Employee Posts 617	The hitch you have will work as long it is the proper weight specification. The problem is the hitch has not been properly adjusted for ball heighth etc... When hitched properly the trailer should be level and the tow vehicle should be at the same angle it is when not connected to trailer. You get excessive sway because the weight has been removed from the front axle of the tow vehicle and the rear of the trailer is carrying too much weight. Suggest you have a qualified technician set it up properly for you the first time(ball height, possibly ball mount angle and what chain length should be used).
	1/6/2010 4:29:09 PM permalink
Bob Vaughn Posts 10	I think it was the Reese web site that has step by step instructions on how to set up the hitch. Starting with finding a level spot and unhitch the camper...then level the camper using the tongue jack...then measure the distance from the coupler to the ground. Then measure the height of the ball and raise or lower it till it is the same height as the coupler.....then rehitch and using the weight distribution bars make it level by using different links of the chain to accomplish this.....then put a dab of paint on the link that you used so next time it is easier....another trick is to raise the camper after it is hooked to the truck and then put your weight distribution bars on and then let it down....makes things easier.... -- I am not fat just vertically challenged
	1/7/2010 12:38:29 AM permalink
lawalkowski Posts 1	Don't forget that if you have a heavier trailer you may also need heavier equalizer bars. If your old ones are really bent to get your adjustment if it can make it at all, your ride will be mushy and it WILL be touchy for side winds and passing 18 wheelers. Get new bars that are rated for your new, increased weight. -- Lee-Midland
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