Sway Control

Towing a trailer puts added weight and strain on your vehicle, altering the way it maneuvers. Passing a semi-truck, making a quick maneuver or an unexpected gust of wind can make it difficult to keep your vehicle and trailer under control. Having a trailer sway control unit can help keep you, your passengers and other drivers on the road safe.

There are many different factors that can cause trailer sway. Uneven road surfaces, tire inflation pressure, towing speeds, wind gusts or an improperly loaded trailer can all contribute to a trailer swaying or moving side-to-side. Luckily, there is an inexpensive solution to reduce or prevent trailer sway.

A sway control uses friction to resist the pivotal movement that causes trailer sway. Mounted to the frame of the trailer, it counteracts any lateral movement. The sway control uses an abrasive material to provide resistance and stiffen the coupling between the trailer and tow vehicle. This reduces sway yet still allows you to make proper turns. Engaging and disengaging the sway control is made simple by using an on-off handle.

Southside Hitch offers sway control kits from both Curt and Pro Series. These sway control kits are compatible with a wide variety of weight distribution hitches. They also adjust easily to accommodate different types of trailers and load sizes. These kits come with everything needed for installation including a sway bar, ball, ball plate and hardware. The expert technicians at Southside Hitch can install your sway control and get your ride running smooth and straight.

If you are looking to add a sway control kit to your towing system, call Southside Hitch at 804-378-1992 today. Our professional team will be glad to serve you. We can also handle all of your hitch repair and replacement needs too.

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