[VAC] Re: Equal-i-zer Hitch

["T. Byrd" <tbyrd@xxxxxxxxx>]

Greetings,

I hadn't seen the Equal-i-zer web site, so thanks for the URL Chris.
They have a very interesting design compared to the other hitch
manufacturers. After selling the Hensley, I've been struggling with the
idea of attaching the typical friction sway control to my A frame. I'd
rather not have to bolt that dumb thing on to my trailer. From what I've
read, the Reese dual cam system is recommended for trailers with 1000
lb. tongue weight, and our Overlander is considerably lighter than that.
I towed her down to a local Equal-i-zer dealer, had the tongue weighed
with full propane and water tanks, filled the front half with every tool
I own, and all of our building materials, and she came in at 550 lb.
tongue weight. I purchased the Equal-i-zer with 600 lb. springs, had it
installed with a 12" deep drop shank, and had a new pair of safety
chains welded on. The grand total, with labor and 8.1% sales tax, was
about $650. We didn't have to tow far to get back home, but it felt MUCH
different than the little Reese shank and ball we used to tow it down
there. It's considerably more solid now, and I can't wait to get her out
on the highway and see how the rig performs. We'll be making our maiden
voyage in a couple of days, and after three long, hard months of
restoration work it'll be nice to be on the road.

Thanks for the review Charlie, I really appreciate your input. You've
helped me to make a decision I've been struggling with for a while.

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Ted Byrd
1958 Overlander