I got a chain and bar type WDH/sway system with my previous HTT, which had a tounge weight of about 440 lbs. I was told by the service tech who installed it that leaving 3 open links and putting the fouth on the bar was about right.
I now have a light TT with a tounge weight of about 330 lbs or so.
The unit feels like it is tugging a bit...I'm guessing I maybe want to shift a bit more weight onto the hitch?
But I'm not clear if this is done by increasing the loose links before tension is applied, or decreasing the number of links.
Suggestions appreciated, thanks
hainsg...odne byg a ebbout riso
The dealer of the used TT did set up the shank and system so the units are very level when hooked up, but he didn't clarify what link might be most suitable to use on the chain.
The dealer of the former HTT specifically indicated, use the 4'th link.
Typically with less weight, you'd need less links under load, 100 pounds really isn't much difference. You're probably good with the way it was with the previous trailer.
My son worked in an RV dealer for many years & he told me the best way of finding the proper setting was to first set the hitch height on the tow vehicle to match the height of the trailers hitch with the trailer level( on level ground measure to the bottom of the hitch on the trailer & set the ball height on the tow vehicle appx. 2" higher which would set them level at no tounge pressure)Park the loaded truck & trailer on level ground & change the chains one link at a time untill you get the trailer to just level or slightly below.
Butch, Winnie and the boss ms.Suzi
2007 Weekender 2002 Chev. 1/2 ton ext. cab short bed
Recently retired & just starting to enjoy the RV life
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