trailer hitch

Happycampers · 02-08-2004, 07:50 PM

Looking for a weight distribution hitch and sway control

linc54 · 02-09-2004, 08:21 AM

Hensley. Expensive, but worth it. Comes with a "satisfaction or money back" guarantee. Get their demo tape. The Hensley works exactly as advertised.

DreamStream · 02-09-2004, 08:57 AM

I would recommend the Equal-I-Zer for 399.00 delivered to your door from RVWholesalers. Get their demo tape, it works as advertised. You will not need a money-back guarantee at that price.

Pahaska · 02-09-2004, 09:08 AM

I would recommend the reese High Perfromance Dual-Cam. The whole package is called the "Strait Line" hitch. I tow a Classic 25 with one in Texas gusty winds and it is rock solid under all conditions.

IMHO, the Hensley is overkill and not cost effective for the majority of trailers. The Equal-izer is OK, but is just another form of friction setup, regardless of the hype.

RivetED · 02-09-2004, 11:01 AM

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Originally posted by Pahaska
I would recommend the reese High Perfromance Dual-Cam. The whole package is called the "Strait Line" hitch.

John, Just looked at the Reese site. I gather you use the one that bolts to the A-frame, not the U-bolt one?. We have a '04 25' Safari and wondering if the tanks, or box in between, posed any mounting problems.
-Ed

Zettervall · 02-09-2004, 06:48 PM

Ebay also lists equalizer hitches. After you decide what will work for you, I recommend checking ebay as the cost will probably be alot less than new.

John Zettervall
Princeton, Mn

ajjohnsons · 02-09-2004, 07:19 PM

Just my 2 cents on the Hitch question. I bought the new Reese Dual Cam and installed it myself. I personally think it works great. IMO for a 25' trailer with an appropriate Tow vehicle, you will be in great shape. I think for larger heavier trailers like the classic 30's and beyond, you should then consider the Hensley..Al

Pahaska · 02-09-2004, 08:56 PM

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Originally posted by Ed & Debbie

John, Just looked at the Reese site. I gather you use the one that bolts to the A-frame, not the U-bolt one?. We have a '04 25' Safari and wondering if the tanks, or box in between, posed any mounting problems.
-Ed

I doubt it. I think that your A-frame is essentially identical to my 2003 Classic. The area where the DC bolts is entirely free and clear of everything except that you need to be careful of possible wires inside the frame on the street side. I held the wires back with a piece of wood while I drilled.