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Post by 11kestra11 on Oct 4, 2012 21:26:49 GMT -5
Has anyone tried to use a Hensley Cub or ProPride weight distribution hitch on a Shasta? Are some Shastas too small for these devices? I will be buying a 14 ft. Shasta in a couple months and am concerned about sway and safety. Will be pulling it with a 6 cyl Toyota Tacoma 4wd extended cab.
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Post by kto17 on Oct 4, 2012 22:01:32 GMT -5
Most likely you will not need a weight distribution hitch just a friction sway control, unless its a big Shasta with lots of tongue weight.
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Post by vikx on Oct 5, 2012 1:03:58 GMT -5
I agree. You don't need a weight distribution system. Way too heavy for a little Shasta. Your vehicle is a fine one and the 6 cyl will tow the Shasta with ease.
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Post by kto17 on Oct 6, 2012 9:36:42 GMT -5
Make sure you get a drop hitch if needed to keep the trailer level during towing. If it sways for no apparent reason, no passing trucks etc, try loading it differently. You want more weight in the front of the trailer than the back. Also trailer specific tires help reduce sway compared to car tires. Also towing too fast and side winds can exaggerate or cause sway.
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Post by cowcharge on Oct 20, 2012 4:42:33 GMT -5
I agree, even my 22.5' doesn't need a weight distribution hitch, and tows easily with a 6-cyl Ford E150.
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Post by 11kestra11 on Feb 26, 2013 0:49:10 GMT -5
Thanks for your replies, and sorry I didn't get back to the board. Still trying to figure out what to do. Trailer is ready; now we need to get a hitch and everything. I am very concerned about safety and want at least some kind of sway control. I have heard of small trailers overturning without it. I guess I will need a drop hitch. The trailer has a 5-pin connector. UHaul only has a 4-pin. What do you all have? Is a Reese hitch a good idea?
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