Reese Strait-Line Trunnion Bar Hitch and Dual Cam HP Sway Control
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Reese Weight Distributing & Sway Control Hitch
WEIGHT DISTRIBUTING:
The Reese differences are in construction materials, welding, manufacturing processes, and hook-up. Adjustment is simple because of the easy-to-operate snap-up brackets that allow spring bar tension to be adjusted by changing links in the support chains.Rather than merely supporting the trailer tongue weight (TW), weight distributing hitches apply leverage between the towing vehicle and trailer causing the TW to be carried by all axles of the tow vehicle and trailer. When TW is distributed in this way, trailers with greater TWs can be towed, resulting in a more level ride and provides greater steering and brake control.
WORKING TOGETHER:
The Strait-Line hitch is the ultimate hitch in detail and by design. No other hitch gives the driver the control this one does at a reasonable price. The Strait-Line Hitch consists of Reese's patented Dual Cam High-Performance Sway Control and the High-Performance Weight-Distributing System in one easy-to-install package. The Strait-Line Hitch was given this name as its pro-active design literally forces the trailer to stay in a straight line behind the tow vehicle. Sway is controlled by the Dual Cam High-Performance System. The stronger the sway force, the more the Dual Cam System works to stop it. The Strait-Line Hitch combines weight-distributing with the best proven pro-active sway control system available in a newly-designed, easy-to-install kit.
SWAY CONTROL:
This must always be considered in trailer towing. Unwanted sway turns a pleasant towing situation sour. Many factors can contribute to trailer sway - the design of the trailer, the suspension, tire inflation pressures, configuration of the tow vehicle, towing speeds, and hitch weight. Therefore, Reese has devised an option to resist or temper trailer sway.
Unlike Friction Sway Control, this approach works to control sway from the start, rather than resisting sway once it's begun. And it works only when needed. When towing in a straight line, the cams on either side of the trailer A-frame are locked in position. This essentially creates a "rigid" connection between tow vehicle and trailer and minimizes the effects of induced sway caused by high cross-winds or passing vehicles. Usually the cams ride in a detent, locked-in position, even on fairly sharp curves. However, when cornering maneuvers are required, the cams automatically slide out of their detent to permit full radius turns. Yet when the maneuver is short and abrupt, like that encountered in the event of a sudden swerve or a wheel dropping off the road, the cams seek a straight-line towing angle that helps the tow vehicle retain control. The advantage of the dual cam system is its ability to forestall sway in addition to sway resistance. It works to hold down the start of swaying activity while at the same time allowing free and easy vehicle and trailer interaction.
WEIGHT DISTRIBUTING:
The Reese differences are in construction materials, welding, manufacturing processes, and hook-up. Adjustment is simple because of the easy-to-operate snap-up brackets that allow spring bar tension to be adjusted by changing links in the support chains.Rather than merely supporting the trailer tongue weight (TW), weight distributing hitches apply leverage between the towing vehicle and trailer causing the TW to be carried by all axles of the tow vehicle and trailer. When TW is distributed in this way, trailers with greater TWs can be towed, resulting in a more level ride and provides greater steering and brake control.
WORKING TOGETHER:
The Strait-Line hitch is the ultimate hitch in detail and by design. No other hitch gives the driver the control this one does at a reasonable price. The Strait-Line Hitch consists of Reese's patented Dual Cam High-Performance Sway Control and the High-Performance Weight-Distributing System in one easy-to-install package. The Strait-Line Hitch was given this name as its pro-active design literally forces the trailer to stay in a straight line behind the tow vehicle. Sway is controlled by the Dual Cam High-Performance System. The stronger the sway force, the more the Dual Cam System works to stop it. The Strait-Line Hitch combines weight-distributing with the best proven pro-active sway control system available in a newly-designed, easy-to-install kit.
SWAY CONTROL:
This must always be considered in trailer towing. Unwanted sway turns a pleasant towing situation sour. Many factors can contribute to trailer sway - the design of the trailer, the suspension, tire inflation pressures, configuration of the tow vehicle, towing speeds, and hitch weight. Therefore, Reese has devised an option to resist or temper trailer sway.
Unlike Friction Sway Control, this approach works to control sway from the start, rather than resisting sway once it's begun. And it works only when needed. When towing in a straight line, the cams on either side of the trailer A-frame are locked in position. This essentially creates a "rigid" connection between tow vehicle and trailer and minimizes the effects of induced sway caused by high cross-winds or passing vehicles. Usually the cams ride in a detent, locked-in position, even on fairly sharp curves. However, when cornering maneuvers are required, the cams automatically slide out of their detent to permit full radius turns. Yet when the maneuver is short and abrupt, like that encountered in the event of a sudden swerve or a wheel dropping off the road, the cams seek a straight-line towing angle that helps the tow vehicle retain control. The advantage of the dual cam system is its ability to forestall sway in addition to sway resistance. It works to hold down the start of swaying activity while at the same time allowing free and easy vehicle and trailer interaction.
- Simple installation and adjustment
- Fully automatic and self-centering
- Hooking up spring bars automatically hooks up sway control
- No U-bolts to conflict with bottle racks or other A-frame mounted items
- No need to relocate items of A-frame to install Dual Cam High-Performance Sway Control
Manufacturer Name: Reese
Manufacturer Part No: 66072
Manufacturer Part No: 66073
Manufacturer Part No: 66074
Manufacturer Part No: 66072
Manufacturer Part No: 66073
Manufacturer Part No: 66074
