Weight Distribution Hitch comparison

[ArkyRanger]

We have used the dealer installed Eaz-Lift Elite hitch (chains and friction bar sway control) on my old travel trailer (3,700 lbs dry) for about 5 years with really no problems. We just purchased a heavier TT (4,800 lbs dry). The dealer just bolted the old hitch onto the new trailer - I don't think it is set up exactly correct though - which I am going to check on the next warm day. However, pulling it home it had some minor sway - especially from the passing trucks - much more than when pulling my old trailer. So it got me thinking about a possible hitch upgrade.

When shopping around - I have read many reviews from folks who moved away from the chain-type WDH's and stated that they are much happier with the results as far as tow-ability, sway control, backing, etc.

I wanted to see what you folks have to say about comparing the chain and friction bar type of hitches to those with 2-point or 4-point sway control. Any noise issues with these?

Thanks in advance for your comments.

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[Frenchy]

I personally have not used a WDH yet but I do understand they can be very nice especially when it is the correct WDH for the trailer. If I were to get a WDH I would get one from Reese. Instead of chains is has Automotive brake pads that the load bars ride on. With that it reduces sway quite a bit and does it in an instant. Depending on what brand hitch you have they also have a sway bay link kit that bolts too the WDH itself.

Here is a link to the Stedi flex
https://www.reese-hitches.com/produ...t_Duty_Weight_Distribution_Kit__400_lb_,66557

Here is the sway bar kit
https://www.reese-hitches.com/products/Dual_Cam_High_Performance_Sway_Control,26002