Is it better to install 2 sway bars for large 30' Travel Trailers (8,500 lbs)
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Hi flimia,There is no weight limit at which we suggest using two sway control bars. It really comes down to your preference and comfort level. I would suggest installing one sway control at first. Drive it around, test it, and see how it feels to you. It does not hurt to install one on each side if you feel that it would work better for you. Please give us a call at 800-334-2004 if you would like to speak to someone further. We are here Mon - Fri from 8am - 5pm EST.
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I tighten my sway bar tight. Then back it up 1/8 th Of a turn . As a rule if you can feel a lot of sway in 5th tow vehicle as you are driving down the road you may need to tighten the sway bar. Happy towing.
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I would check with the manufacturer. I only have a 8000+ lb travel trailer but these work like a dream. Literally leveled and popped out in 5 minutes!
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There are 6 bars or stabilizer arms. 4 get mounted in the front, 2 on each side. 2 in the rear, 1 on each side. These work great, eliminated about 90% + of our trailer shaking. 36' Travel Trailer.
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Can't really answer at this time since I was shipped the wrong bars. I have a quad cab and was sent bars for a crew cab which is a bit longer. According to the instructions it didn't seem really hard.
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One is enough. You only have to raise one side to level the trailer. I level front to back first, then level side to side with the BAL, then bring down the stabilizers. The BAL stays in place until I'm ready to take down. Very easy product to use. Wish I had one years ago.
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Both will do what they are designed to do. from all I've seen and heard, it's a personal preference. I do agree that the mounting system could use a good upgrading. Even using the dash mounting plate, it still falls off from time to time.
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I would not use 2 as you suggest. Once you get it really tightened down, it's not going to move laterally with any freedom.
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The sway bar link fits either side but at such a reasonable price why not replace both sides. They are more heavy duty than the factory links and have grease fittings.
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See what the max load weight is for the rest of your rack. As far as the actual lb50 thule crossbars, id trust it. Just usr good judgement.
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I don't think it will work without more tongue weight. Maybe try a standard sway control bar.
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The "anti-sway" part of the hitch is from the ball being press fit into the hitch itself. The post of the ball extends down through the hitch and is connected to the triangular pate at the bottom. The chains keep the ball assembly from rotating relative to the trailer, along with transferring tongue weight.... so, you will gain no anti sway unless the chains are connected. But, I don't think it would make any difference if the trailer was empty.
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The sway bar should mounted and installed with the tow vehicle and trailer joined up and as straight as possible in alignment with other. That will give you a good mount point. Once mount is established you install the sway bar and screw the tension down tight. Loosen if you want more sway and tighten if you think you have to much. Do not back up with it hooked up though. Hope this helps. If not I used T YouTube a lot as a reference
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The item doesn't directly support the weight. The adjustable friction allows it to adjust very high to stop sway. Could be used for very lage trailers. Mine is 8000 lbs and it works good.
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Hi, and thanks for your interest in our kits. With this lift you should not need sway bar extensions, but you could always get some online for a little more travel if you need it. I hope this is helpful, and please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
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Yes, this kit comes with inner and outer tie rods for both sides. And Yes these are a lot bigger than stock. I had to buy extended sway bar links when I put these on my truck because these are bigger they would sometimes contact the sway bar. I didn't see any on amazon but if you type in " silverado extended sway bar end links" on eBay you'll see them. You'll only need the ones extended 1". They should be around $50
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I have a set installed on the front jacks of my 8000 lb. 5th wheel. All the weight is on the wheels & jacks. The stabilizer bars help to minimize sway in the trailer while parked. I'm pleased with results.