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10-07-2015, 10:30 AM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: Canton, OH
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X3 - Much more usefulness for this forum than the dealer.
Also, to clarify, I am talking about friction sway bar specifically - used with a round-bar/chain type setup.
My new hitch is an equalizer, and should be fine during backing/sharp maneuvers.
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Eddy & Brenda
Canton, OH
2015 Silverado HD 6.0L
2014 Zinger 32QB
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10-07-2015, 11:48 AM
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Seasonal Camper
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: ontario
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FWIW I have an Equalizer and I've never pulled the bars when backing up. Even on super tight sites. What a pain that would be having to stop jack the rear up, remove the bars and let it back down. If that was the process I'd buy a different system.
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10-07-2015, 04:15 PM
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Weekend Camper
Join Date: Jan 2015
Location: Wisconsin
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So here is what I am going to do....
My next trip out, I am going to have the wife do the backing while I watch the entire setup so that I can get a good visual as to what is going on. If I see no issues, I'm jumping on board with you guys and will not go through the hassle of removing them. I figure its worth the try, right?
It will not be the first time I've gone against the manual....
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2016 ST Reserve 26RB
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10-07-2015, 04:44 PM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: Belle River , Ontario
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Quote:
Originally Posted by frosty42
So here is what I am going to do....
My next trip out, I am going to have the wife do the backing while I watch the entire setup so that I can get a good visual as to what is going on. If I see no issues, I'm jumping on board with you guys and will not go through the hassle of removing them. I figure its worth the try, right?
It will not be the first time I've gone against the manual....
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good idea...you will have a great idea of how this system works..
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Wayne --Belle River (Windsor), Ontario
2013 Sunset Trail Reserve 25RB..(just sold it)
2015 White Chev Silverado 2500HD 4x4 (6.0 l gasser)
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10-07-2015, 05:01 PM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: May 2013
Location: So IL
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I don't think everyone is talking about the same thing. Weight distribution bars can absolutely be left on while backing. I have heard many times the SWAY Bar should be removed. I usually just back mine off at the check in but leave it hooked up with out issue. I suppose if you jackknife it could be damaged.
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10-08-2015, 02:53 PM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: Canton, OH
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Sure can Tim. I really didn't think I turned THAT sharp, but BOOM...broke it.
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Eddy & Brenda
Canton, OH
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10-08-2015, 07:24 PM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: May 2013
Location: So IL
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Originally Posted by ewbldavis
Sure can Tim. I really didn't think I turned THAT sharp, but BOOM...broke it.
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I remember that happening to you. WDB are under the pivot. Sway bar runs along the side of the frame. Turn sharp enough and I can see it happening. If forced to make that sharp of turn take it off. I prefer to do several pull ups if needed to negotiate a tight turn while backing. You will have to from a tight turn anyway. Take it off at your site. It is two pins and less than a minute. Leave WDB connected.
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Tim
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10-09-2015, 10:31 AM
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Full Time Camper
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: Canton, OH
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That event is one of several reasons I went with Equalizer for new trailer. I didn't want separate sway control anymore.
I was looking at Centerline, but scored EQ on Craigslist for $275 (even has bracket jackets/pins if I want them)!
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Canton, OH
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10-24-2015, 06:44 PM
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Weekend Camper
Join Date: Aug 2014
Location: Ontario
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I use the Husky Centerline and never disconnect the bars when backing into a site, tho you will find out quickly that you cannot remove the bars unless the vehicle and trailer are perfectly in line.
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John & Diana
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2014 Sunset Trail 240RE
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10-25-2015, 05:23 AM
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Family Vacation Member
Join Date: Oct 2013
Location: NW Illinois
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I agree I have the same. I have never towed before and I am 100% happy with Equalizer.
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