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Sway Control Brackets

Rigid trailer brackets are mounted directly on the trailer frame. Using friction, they resist movement from the spring arms, working to eliminate sway and keep your trailer safely behind you. Brackets are height adjustable to control the amount of weight distribution tension on the spring arms, providing the optimum level of weight distribution and increasing braking and steering control.

Spring Arms

The spring arms serve two purposes. When raised onto the sway control brackets they transfer trailer tongue weight evenly to the tow vehicle. They also work with the friction sway control to combat trailer sway.

Downward Pressure

Downward pressure from the trailer tongue increases friction sway control. The trailer coupler mounts here, and can be hooked up from any angle, providing an easy hitching and unhitching experience. 

Upward Pressure

Sway control brackets distribute weight by maintaining upward pressure on the spring arms. The amount of pressure on the spring arms is a factor of trailer tongue weight and vehicle suspension. The 4-Point Sway Control™ utilizes this pressure to combat trailer sway and provide the highest level of weight distribution, providing a more stress-free, enjoyable drive. 

Friction Sway Control

Friction is enhanced by downward pressure from the trailer tongue and upward pressure on the spring arms. These opposing pressures come together to create an unequaled sway control system. This pressure combats trailer sway more effectively than any other sway control hitch on the market, providing you peace of mind every time you tow. 

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Tow with Confidence

With the Equal-i-zer’s Integrated 4 Point Sway Control™ you can enjoy your drive, knowing the most advanced towing technology is keeping you safe.

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This rotational friction stops side-to-side sway before it starts. The sway control is activated by downward pressure from the trailer tongue and upward pressure on the spring arms. The spring arms link the rotational sway control to the sway control brackets and distribute trailer tongue weight. The rigidity of the sway control brackets allow the rotational friction sway control to safely and effectively hold the trailer in line behind the tow vehicle and combat sway. 

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Our innovative rigid trailer brackets serve two purposes. First, they work in conjunction with the rotational friction sway controls to reduce trailer sway. Second, the forward and back friction of the hitch arm on the bracket serves as a secondary sway control system. The sway control brackets work much like two "add-on" sway bars, but with more sway stopping pressure and less hassle. The sway control brackets are the innovative link that makes the Equal-i-zer hitch 4-Point Sway Control system so effective.

Our Integrated 4 Point Sway Control provides the highest level of resistance to your trailer's attempts to sway. There is no other hitch on the market that offers as much sway control as the Equal-i-zer. 

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Weight Distribution Keeps You Safe

Have you ever driven by a vehicle towing a trailer and noticed the tongue or back of the trailer sagging? Without weight distribution, the trailer’s tongue weight added to the tow vehicle can cause it to “teeter-totter” over the rear axle which lifts the weight off the front wheels. This can cause a serious loss of steering and braking control, and can also contribute to a setup that is more likely to sway. 

The Equal-i-zer hitch’s weight distributing design effectively transfers trailer tongue weight to all the axles and helps keep the front of the tow vehicle firmly on the road.

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Without an Equal

The Equal-i-zer hitch keeps you safer than any other trailer hitch on the market, helping you tow with confidence and ease. Ball mounts and other weight distribution hitches fall short. They don't provide the same level of sway control and weight distribution needed for passing semi trucks, unexpected quick braking, and driving in crosswinds or bad weather.

The Equal-i-zer hitch gives you a safer ride by providing both sway control and weight distribution. This provides better steering, braking, and sway control, which help eliminate stressful driving situations and work to keep your family and your investment safe on the road. 

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A Custom Fit for All Trailers

The Equal-i-zer hitch is engineered to work with virtually all bumper-pull trailers, including RV, horse, cargo, boat, and utility trailers, including trailers with surge brakes.

The Equal-i-zer hitch's 4-Point Sway Control™ brackets bolt directly on the trailer frame without drilling. This unique design of the sway control brackets allow flexible placement on the trailer frame. This provides ease of installation around tongue jacks, propane tanks and other items bolted to the trailer frame. Our standard trailer brackets fit up to a 6" trailer frame. We also have brackets for 4-3/8", 8" and 10" frames to accommodate BAL Norco frames, newer lightweight aluminum, or tall I-beam trailer frames. 

Equal-i-zer shanks are available in a variety of sizes which provides a custom fit for virtually every receiver height. Visit our Shank Sizes page to find out which shank is best for you.

Learn how to choose the correct Equal-i-zer hitch model for your set up, by reading: Which Equal-i-zer Hitch Model Do I Need?

If you have questions about your unique trailer application, please feel free to contact us.

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Using the Equal-i-zer hitch is easy, every time.

The Equal-i-zer® hitch is simple and easy to use. With Integrated Sway Control™ there is no need for add-on sway control devices. Hitching and unhitching are easily done from any angle. Install, adjustment, and hitch up are easy too!

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Inclement Weather

Other hitches require you to loosen and even remove sway control bars in inclement weather. The Equal-i-zer hitch's Integrated Sway Control gives you permanent sway control. When the rain begins to fall and the wind starts to blow, you will have peace of mind, knowing your Equal-i-zer hitch is working to eliminate sway and keep your family safe in all weather conditions. 

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Backing and Turning

With an Equal-i-zer hitch, you don’t have to worry about restrictions on backing up or a tight turning radius. This makes it simple and easy to back into camping spots, and navigate around gas pumps or other areas with tight turns.

Hitching and unhitching with the Equal-i-zer hitch is simple. There are no cumbersome chains or add-ons, because the sway control is integrated into the hitch, providing the best towing experience possible. To hitch up with the Equal-i-zer hitch, follow these quick steps below.

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Back the Equal-i-zer hitch ball under the trailer coupler.
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Couple and lock the trailer.
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Use the tongue jack to raise the trailer tongue and tow vehicle until you can swing the arms into place over the trailer brackets.
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Pin the arms into place with the Snap L Pin, and retract the jack.
WE KNOW QUALITY

With over 70 years of innovation and engineering advancements, the Equal-i-zer hitch resists sway better than any other hitch on the market. The Equal-i-zer hitch is also the only sway control hitch that is entirely American made.  This process allows us to control every aspect of production, holding each hitch to the highest standards in engineering, quality, and performance. Every hitch is built from the highest-quality American steel, by people who care about the safety of your family and take pride in their work. 

The best protection for your journey.

Whether you are passing a semi-truck, experiencing gusty wind, or need to make a quick maneuver, the Equal-i-zer hitch will ensure that your trailer stays right behind you, working to keep both your trailer and your family safe. Our integrated 4-Point Sway Control™ resists more sway than any other hitch on the market, providing a better, more comfortable towing experience . With a lifetime warranty and superior performance, it’s easy to see why over 99% of our customers recommend the Equal-i-zer hitch to their friends .