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Old 04-02-2009, 12:00 PM   #21
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Re: 17 Footer Hitch Height

Congratulations, Steve!

Bummer you had to miss out on all the fun of waiting!!
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Old 04-02-2009, 12:37 PM   #22
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Re: 17 Footer Hitch Height

Jim,

I'm using a Draw-Tite friction-type sway controller. very simple device. I'll post a pic of the setup later today. Seemed to work very well with very little hassle.

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Old 04-02-2009, 01:37 PM   #23
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Re: 17 Footer Hitch Height

I found that unit online. It seems that friction type is about my only option, as all other sway controllers work with equalizing hitches. I am not sure whether I will just go ahead and get one, or wait and see how badly I need it. I would think the tandem axles on the 19 would help sway a bit.
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Old 04-02-2009, 09:28 PM   #24
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Re: 17 Footer Hitch Height

Jim,

Here's the pic of the friction sway control. I find it gives me a little extra peace of mind traveling in our wind-prone location (Eastern Sierras) and when rogue truckers blow by at 75 MPH +.

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Old 04-02-2009, 09:50 PM   #25
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Re: 17 Footer Hitch Height

Thanks for the photo Steve. I think I might install one just to be sure.
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