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dufferin · 09-30-2007, 08:57 PM

I am not a commercial vendor. I did spent a lot of time reading about the hensley watching the factory DVD and always thougth the comments were too much. and as I purchase a new 2007 28' int. sign. series. the hensley was installed.
And it is an amazing device.
You can't barely feel when a truck pass you. I had strong cross wind this afternoon and it never been a problem at all.
Perfect it really worth the price.
So it is not to advice the product but in term of security it should be promoted.
Fasten your seat belt is certainly important but that won't prevent an accident. That stuff certainly can. It should be tax free.

**moosetags** · 09-30-2007, 09:15 PM

I've been using a Hensley for about a year ans a half and 20,000 miles. I agree with you; it is simply amazing.

Mike Lewis · 09-30-2007, 09:16 PM

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Originally Posted by dufferin

I am not a commercial vendor. I did spent a lot of time reading about the hensley watching the factory DVD and always thougth the comments were too much. and as I purchase a new 2007 28' int. sign. series. the hensley was installed.
And it is an amazing device.
You can't barely feel when a truck pass you. I had strong cross wind this afternoon and it never been a problem at all.
Perfect it really worth the price.
So it is not to advice the product but in term of security it should be promoted.
Fasten your seat belt is certainly important but that won't prevent an accident. That stuff certainly can. It should be tax free.

duff---be prepared for comments from those who have never owned one that are going to tell you what a waste of money they are. every comment like your's seems to open a can of worms concerening their value versus cost. agree they are amazing-----Pieman

dufferin · 09-30-2007, 09:19 PM

Mike, as I said I was also the one that thought the comments on it were too much.
I was badly wrong.
But I still don't know how it works.

wingfoot321 · 09-30-2007, 09:45 PM

Dufferin,

Tell us what you really think.

I would like to have one but, I think it is somewhere behind pressure pro & solar panels.

dufferin · 09-30-2007, 09:55 PM

wingfoot try it. I think you can return it if you are not happy with it.
and again I don't know how it works but it does.

ROBERT CROSS · 09-30-2007, 10:40 PM

http://www.airforums.com/forums/f464...-26279-22.html

Check out this Thread....lots of good info!!!

Times fun when your have'n flies.....Kermit T. Frog

dpandorf · 09-30-2007, 11:33 PM

On our recent return trip from the Grand Canyon area we had continuous 30-35 mph crosswinds at 90 degrees off the entire day while traveling east on I-40 through the Texas Panhandle and Oklahoma. I knew the wind was there cuz I could see its effects on the trucks and other RVs that passed us.

I only noticed when I had to get out of the truck to fuel. BTW, make sure you don't stop at one of the stations near a big cow pasture.

The moment we opened the door to the trailer at least 50 flies flew in. It was combat with the fly swatter for a day trying to get rid of them all.

RIstream'n · 10-01-2007, 05:02 AM

I am trying to decide between a Hensley and an Equalizer. Obviously cost is factor but the more I read, see{DVD} and hear on this forum the more it seems like it should be Hensley. I keep hearing about the money difference but I never hear anyone saying it doesn't work better or at least work better than expected. Is installation hard?
Brian

Happycampers · 10-01-2007, 05:31 AM

I have towed a trailer with the Hensley, they are nice but not that much nicer than a Reese dual cam, I talked to several people about them and the main thing I didn't like hearing was that nearly all trailers that roll in an accident take the tow vehicle with them.

Marvin

dufferin · 10-01-2007, 06:17 AM

I also have the dual cam on another AS. I never really had to face sway problem with it but I always felt strong wind and 18 wheels trucks.
With the Hensley I don't feel it anymore.
That just make my drive more comfortable. BTW I do 50.000 km per year.

juel · 10-01-2007, 06:27 AM

Perhaps the Hensley is a great product and worth the money; however, I live in Oklahoma. The winds are supposed to be 50MPH today, which is not that unusual around here. I have the equalizer on my 24ft Argosy and it made a world of difference when I installed it over pulling without it. I have a chance to buy a dual cam with the new 31ft but wonder if it's worth doing. The PO says it's just a lot of trouble to hitch and he never thought it was worth it over the equalizer. These are my two options as I cannot come close to affording the Hensley. Any thoughts.

warbler5 · 10-01-2007, 06:50 AM

We towed our 30' Classic with a Reese HP Dual-Cam for the first year. We switched to the Hensley two years ago, and towing is much more pleasurable....to say the least. Certainly, it can be more of a challenge to hitch up at times, but this hitch is worth every penny! I think that once you have towed with a Hensley, you never go back.

And, Hensley offers a pretty decent payment plan!

ROBERT CROSS · 10-01-2007, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by ristream'n

I am trying to decide between a Hensley and an Equalizer. Obviously cost is factor but the more I read, see{DVD} and hear on this forum the more it seems like it should be Hensley. I keep hearing about the money difference but I never hear anyone saying it doesn't work better or at least work better than expected. Is installation hard?
Brian

Brian:

First off, here is the best thread on the Hensley.

http://www.airforums.com/forums/f464...ide-26279.html

The install is not difficult at all once you understand the workings and

all the different parts that are unfamiliar. Took me about two hours

yesterday. It was a one beer install. Although I did spend about 6 hrs.

on Sat. preparing all the "black" parts for the installation.

The attached photos will make it clearer.

click on the pic to enlarge....

Check out 2airs thread above on the Hensley....it's a long one but well worth the read. Weigh all the +&-.

It's a big $ commitment, but for me the peace of mind is worth it..........Bob

crispyboy · 10-01-2007, 10:59 AM

How short of a trailer can you use one of these on - when is it considered overkill.....

ROBERT CROSS · 10-01-2007, 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by crispyboy

How short of a trailer can you use one of these on - when is it considered overkill.....

Bambi......

Plenty of smaller trailers using the Hensley. There are quite a few posts

on the Ultimate Users Thread.

The light weight and single axle are just two

good reasons for seriously considering the investment. Plus a lot of owners

will trade up and take the haha with them. 16' to 34' you'll never have to

puschase another setup, plus the lifetime warranty to the original buyer

is another good incentive.

myboyburt · 10-01-2007, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike Lewis

duff---be prepared for comments from those who have never owned one that are going to tell you what a waste of money they are. every comment like your's seems to open a can of worms concerening their value versus cost. agree they are amazing-----Pieman

We tow our beloved 25' Excella with a Hensley. It's worth every penny we spent. I promise not to cry like the lady in the HaHa PR video though (but I agree with her).

ROBERT CROSS · 10-01-2007, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by myboyburt

We tow our beloved 25' Excella with a Hensley. It's worth every penny we spent. I promise not to cry like the lady in the HaHa PR video though (but I agree with her).

I can't agree more!!!!

That dvd was filled with so much GOOD info, I don't understand

the need for all those testimonials.

SHOW MORE USEAGE VIDEO...thats what sold me!!!

dufferin · 10-01-2007, 04:03 PM

I do not cry but I smile.
The only thing I didn't expecting is that the hensley make my drive harder on gas as I happen to figure out that I drive now at 70mph and I was used to do 60mph...
So I have to slow down

ROBERT CROSS · 10-01-2007, 04:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dufferin

I do not cry but I smile.
The only thing I didn't expecting is that the hensley make my drive harder on gas as I happen to figure out that I drive now at 70mph and I was used to do 60mph...
So I have to slow down

SLOW DOWN AND COUNT THE RIVITS