Setting up a Weight Distribution Sway Control Hitch with Airbags

[@gordonmedley]

this is absolutely the most spot-on correct video on weight distribution hitches I've seen. Thank you. Please never delete this video from KZbin.

[@DinkGear]

Glad it was helpful!

[@LuisPerez-vy6bz]

Thanks for the taking the time to explain how to properly do a set up / connection to a WDH including having a truck with airbags on it. We just got ourselves a 24’ trailer and I’m also facing that exact situation, so thanks for breaking it down and showing some good pointers to the step by step process. I’ll have to try it out soon just to get a feel for the exact PSI needed in my bags for future road trips. Much appreciate Sir!

[@davidr9870]

Very nicely explained and good procedure with only 1 comment. With my setup, I do not let the air out of the bags to hook up the W/D bars. The bags actually help lift the rear of the vehicle, which is why you leave the trailer coupler latched, and use your trailer jack to lift both the front of the trailer and the rear of your truck. Air in the bags will assist this step and put less load on your trailers jack.

[@paulgayda1563]

Have you done the procedure your way and has it worked? I am looking at same scenario.

[@fisherbruce13]

Just wanted to let you know, I have watched quite a few videos on this particular hitch and this is by far the best tutorial video. Thank you.

[@wattsup-sd4pn]

don't under stand why you put air in bags & checked the height before the bars were connected the bars are what put pressure back on the front for steering to be correct ,also the top of the ball should be 1" higher than the receiver on the trailer

[@cliftontorrence839]

You taught me: regardless of OA weight, the principles are the same. Balance is important. Bags don't carry the wgt, they manage the 'ride', Take time with the process to take care of the family. Thank you too much. Great Video !

[@danpeoples1000]

Excellent video. My dealer showed me how to hook up my trailer. After watching this video, I now realize my rig was never set up to tow correctly

[@sapperranger04]

Thank you for this video. I just picked up a new 2500 ram with firestone ride-rite. I couldnt find a consistent answer on how to use both properly while towing. Your video put everything into perspective. Much appreciated.

[@ShawnPatterson402]

this is one of the best overviews of weight distribution period. Follow your instructions and you are towing great..safe travels.

[@scottcalkins1248]

Really nice video. I just retired and my wife & I are just getting into camping. We bought a small,single axle 18’ camper. I was confused about the weight distribution system (it came w a nice system) and air bags. I installed air bags right away thinking this would help with squat. Didn’t really understand how they worked together. This was well done and very helpful. Thank you!

[@DinkGear]

Thank you.

[@dusdroadadventures7978]

Very well made video with easy description. I leaned one very important lesson on the way home with a new RV today. The dealership doesn’t know how to set up a hitch properly. Half way home I dropped air bag pressure to 25 psi from 70psi and the bounce went away and 60mph was smooth and well in my comfort zone. Previously 45mph was sketchy. I also noticed the WDH bars are not level with the frame and each side mounted to the trailer are at different measurements. I look forward to setting up properly. Thank you Sir!!

[@blakehendrix641]

Good, thorough info thanks! It’s kind of a big / intimidating job for a lot of people but it’s worth doing it yourself and knowing that it’s done right! We had ours installed by the dealership... they set it up fairly correctly but of course they didn’t give us any of the extra / leftover pieces and somehow we didn’t the snap-up lever either! It’s a mistake I won’t make again!

[@c.r.angeconeb6009]

Great information, clear straight forward, must be a teacher… recalibrated with new airbags Happy Camping !

[@allknowing69]

Absolutely excellent video. Worked perfect for me with airlift 5000 airbags and a curt wdh on a 1500 silverado with a leveling kit.

[@DinkGear]

Excellent Cody... Thank you. Glad to hear!

[@brianlister6036]

outstanding video!! just bought a 33' trailer and pulling is going to be a bear. I have installed the air bags along with a top notch sway system. Appreciate the instructions on set up very thorough.

[@brucedeleskey8540]

This guy is an ace with a lot of pachents

[@stevescott8491]

Good informative video. Apparently your hitch recommends ball/coupler height to be even, my Reese hitch recommends the ball 3/4"-1" higher than the coupler. Read your hitch manual for your particular hitch. I do agree to release air bag pressure when installing the bars. Just using the trailer jack to lift the rear of the truck with bags inflated, could stretch and damage them. I would also recommend checking your tires for proper psi before taking any baseline measurements.

[@byronhowe6753]

Just hooked up my trailer and I was way off , Now that I see your video and I also got air bags wow I why am I off and It 's the loaded weight , Plus I wish the rv dealer would add weight when In installing the weight distribution hitch , need to get my front back down 1 inch and Now I know how thank you ,, Great video

[@jamorg2306]

Great video! Sold my F250 last summer and bought a new F150. Already had equalizer hitch and added air bags to help squat. Wasn't sure how to set it up. I am now. Thanks for taking the time to do this, very much appreciated. Cheers..... now to go outside and try it out!!

[@jetboy770371]

Hi , I just got myself a F-150 , what type of air bags did you install ? What do you recommend ? Which don't you recommend ?

[@jamorg2306]

@@jetboy770371 I installed the Firestone Ride-Rite: 2582 with the Firestone Air Command: 2610. So far I have been happy with the performance. Once I have the setup done as per above I have to add about 35psi to level the truck. Works great! My trailer max weight is 8500lbs so it does not even come close to the 11,500 towing capacity of the truck. Cheers

[@georgewilliamssr5230]

I have a 2014 Tacoma 4x4. I tow a 19 toy hauler. I'm set up with a weight distribution hitch, sway bar, and load leveling air bags. Works great.

[@59plexi]

best demonstration/tutorial on youtube PERIOD!!!!!! i have a 2015 f150 that looks identical to your f250!!

[@yadacashfirsttimeherewitha8435]

I didn't like your tone it reminded me of a mono tone teacher🤣 However, I realized through my mature self. That people who talk like you usually have something to say and people that are quick thinkers are hard to listen. I had to listen im hauling now and I need that professor calm down feel. Great information I watched 8x and saved your video. VERY INFORMATIVE YOUR ARE THE MAN!!! THANKS I LEARNED ALOT✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾

[@earlyblackmz]

The most impressive part of this video is the solid steel orange bucket!

[@dewrus2153]

I know....I thought it was a Homer bucket from Home Depot at first!

[@ppgrillo]

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[@DinkGear]

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[@SarasotaTim]

Dang dude it only took me 20 videos to find the one that is 100% correct. Most all the other videos are 60-70% correct. Love the zero line idea so simple why get exact numbers for that part. Just work + & - from zeroing out. Love that! Air bag explanation was spot on! I bought a harbor freight 10k WDH for $250. My tow vehicle is a 2021 4Runner and my camper is a 16 foot wolf pup that weighs 4000 pounds and has a tongue weight of 500 pounds. I’m gonna be golden after following your tutorial. Thanks very much. Happy New Year! 😎

[@reeseman4408]

Beleive it or not I have over 1200 lbs with my 22ft jayco octane, when loaded with our golf cart. That is legit measured by a tongue weight scale. I tow with a 18' denali with 6.2ltr. I wouldn't even think of hauling without the WDH properly setup. people who do not are reckless. Thanks for informing people with this video!

[@joemoffett5065]

I watched this and followed your instructions. Thank you so much. You did me a huge service!

[@DinkGear]

Great to hear!

[@lisakuehn6436]

Excellent step by step explanation. Best I’ve seen for WDH and air bags. Thanks

[@c.juneau410]

2018 F-150 FX4. Max Tow. Just added Air Bags and I’m pulling a 38ft Puma 9,000 pounds! No Problem!! My Sway Bars also help a bunch. This Big EcoBoost pulls it fine.

[@kennethmayo7929]

Very helpful video, thank you for the straightforward instructions! This. You are using the same weight distribution system as mine and even the same brand of tape measure LOL.

[@jamesk411250]

Hands down best explanation video on youtube! Thanks!

[@twrecks7567]

Most helpful video I’ve found out for this combination! Very informative and you made everything make sense. Thank you

[@DinkGear]

Glad it was helpful!

[@michaelblackstock5015]

Excellent content and very clear, easy to understand instructions! Well done, sir..and thank you!

[@mtemp208]

Wow, that was fan-flippin-tastic... thank you! Subscribed!

[@BBQJOE]

The best video to date on the hitches.. Thank you for giving me a clear view on how to use one with or without airbags..

[@jimvann752]

This was very helpful. Explained very well. Thanks a bunch.

[@348loadedlever3]

That pail is amazing

[@ericmorales6737]

Lol

[@DinkGear]

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[@charlesyoungblood7561]

Great Job. Like other comments this is the best explanation I have ever seen. Just one thing I never saw where you checked the trailer to make sure it was level when finishes.

[@DinkGear]

Thank you... Not necessary.. according to this WD specifications it just needs to start off level. You should end up with a very slight downward at the hitch from the hitch weight. As you saw I still had 1 inch squat on the rear of the truck

[@jasonkubitz9410]

Great video man. I have almost the same truck (lariat) and basically the same set up. It looks like I was setting up my rig backwards. Weight distribution then the bags to level out. I get a lot of bounce. I will try your method. Some people might be against air bags plus a weight distribution hitch but sometimes you need the bags to get a more stable ride. Especially if you add any weight in the bed. I keep all my weights under the rated payload (including occupants) but I got a lot of porpoising action with weight distribution only. The bags helped out a lot. Now I need to dial it in using your method. Thanks

[@kelseyjowest9974]

Great video thank you so much! I am new to towing. But I’m slowly learning as I go!

[@rcdixon76]

I really thought airbags helped with sway and I was wrong. I have a Blue Ox Sway Pro, looks like I need to tweak my setup a bit more to get rid of the light swaying. Thank you!

[@jager9825]

Great video!! I've been having a hell of a time getting my trailer so I don't feel like I'm going to die driving down the road! I'm going to readjust my setup after watching this.

[@danpeoples1000]

Same story. I've live with a poorly adjusted hitch with to much sag for 3 seasons now. This is the 1st video which demystifies the set yp process. Other videos try but fail to explain the process of diagnosis of a improperly setup WDH

[@aaronsitton5605]

Great video! Great explanation of using both air bags and load leveling hitch

[@jshoe70]

great video I just recently purchased some air bags from rough country waiting for them to come I do have a weight distribution hitch very similar to yours and was worried how these two were going to coexist but after watching your video I am less worried I just hope I'm able to get both systems happy before the 2 plan trips that are pretty lengthy ones coming up

[@rmccain99]

I went from a Ram 1500 too a Chevy 2500 when I bought a larger camper. I went from 4600 to 6240 lbs. I also went from one battery and one propane to two batteries and two propanes. The 2500 seems to bonce more and while sag is less, I think it could be less.

[@blneikirk]

Thanks for the helpful informative video.

[@JavierPadron]

Your trailer frame and hitch point is crazy high that's wild you got it filped with a f250 truck. Great job showing how to get it done.

[@DinkGear]

Thanks. Yes, Outdoors RV's have a very high hitch height.

[@denniscaswell6979]

Very good video, I need to do exactly what you showed, much easier understanding seeing it than reading it, thanks!!

[@lloydcoheniii9367]

Dang, great video. Very detailed and informative.

[@chrisraney7070]

Excellent video! Very informative 👏

[@JetwhiteXd]

Best video out hands down. Thank you for this

[@CommonCentsOutdoorsman]

You'll have no troubles with this rig nice job! Air bags alone can provide some distribution and sway benefits but certainly not like a proper weight distribution set up does. The important thing to remember is not to over inflate airbags which can reduce the benefits of the weight distribution/anti sway system when both are used.

[@tsimrak]

Actually airbags work against weight distribution hitches. Rather than transfer weight back to the front, air bags transfer more weight to the rear axle and to the axle of the trailer. There is a great video on KZbin that demonstrates this.

[@tsimrak]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnO9pmZvpbZrfck This is a great video to watch. explains exactly why airbags are counter productive to weight distribution.

[@RichardCraniumn]

Thank you kindly for this informational video.

[@csmith0244]

Good video. I only ask because I put bags on my truck and my wdh is set up wrong and I want to do it the correct way. Thank you

[@markbussey6901]

Great video thank you nice trailer I just got a ORV

[@DinkGear]

Thank you. We love our 270RKS

[@ChrisGapske]

That is one STONG bucket!!

[@DinkGear]

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[@Bwanar1]

Have you actually weighed your trailer & tongue weight, at that height? Batteries, full or empty propane, load in the storage bay, and trailer angle all play a part on ultimate tongue weight. One of the main things you are shooting for, even more important than having your trailer level is 10% or a little over (of the total weight) on your ball. The lack of that is what promotes sway in the first place, and allows the sway system to have less of a job to do. Also, another function of the air bags is often to get your headlights down to the proper level, so you can both see properly at night and not make more glare for oncoming traffic.

[@widdeler1]

What was the parallel measurement when you were finished. All other videos say 5psi in air bags for best weight Distribution results. Good video. I was told to setup Hitch ball 1 1/2" higher than the coupler when setting up the weight Distribution Hitch.

[@DinkGear]

Yes.. this would help with keeping the trailer parallel to ground and truck squat when finished. So its not a saggy mess in the middle.

[@Bcharns]

Great video thank you, and very nice rig.

[@rmccain99]

The best!

[@JohnDeereAdventure]

Great video... Thank you for sharing.. 😎

[@dalp6657]

I did all this and I do have a F150, all was fine until I put all together at the scale. The F150 is not the right truck for my 28 cougar. Truck matter and I am going to a 3/4 or 1 ton truck. Check your door sticker and follow the weight for each axle. Very nice video.

[@DinkGear]

Thank you. Yes, many out there are towing with vehicles that are not rated for their current setup. You will enjoy the tow experience with a larger truck. 😀

[@matthansen5337]

1" squat seems to be ideal for you. Is it smart to add more pressure to the air bags to eliminate all of the squat? If you were to add more air, would that throw off your calculations and measurements? Would the trailer lose its level condition? What is the ultimate goal for safest and best driving and trailering? (Is 1" squat great; go with it, or is 0 squat what I should aim for?) Thank you!

[@DinkGear]

I prefer a slight bit of squat... also provides more comfortable ride. Too much air will start to negate your WD setup. Always recheck your measurements after original complete setup to make sure you are within manufactures recommended specs.

[@matthansen5337]

@DinkGear Thank you. Very helpful post/video; clear and easy to understand. I appreciate your efforts to help a lot of people!

[@354HEMIPOWER]

Great and very explanatory video👍👍👍

[@greggkunkle8539]

Great explanation, thanks

[@paulgayda1563]

Around 12:30 you mention to release pressure in bags to use the rv jack to raise the hitch to connect bars. Why couldn’t you raise pressure in bags high enough to do same and then lower pressure back to your desired height?

[@DinkGear]

It is more difficult to affix the weight distribution bars with air in the bags.. The same goes for trying to remove the weight distribution bars. You need to release the pressure in the bags.

[@paulgayda1563]

@@DinkGear, I appreciate your time and knowledge. Not arguing with you whatsoever. Am just learning. The coil springs in my ram won’t hold 7-800lbs. That is why I am asking. The bags require a minimum pressure of 5psi. That only gives me 50psi of support. What if I had enough to cover the 800lbs with 17psi (ish).. can’t I still use the jack to lift the tongue to install the bars?

[@DinkGear]

Of course. It's just harder to get the bars off and on with the bags filled. Mine also is 5psi minimum, I run them now days at 25psi when towing.

[@wudchk]

Hey an ORV! Those are rare over here in Texas. I have a 2021 20BD

[@eddsramm1]

Great video. Thank you

[@mforsythe1040]

Enjoyed the video and will reference when re-checking my sway/weight distribution hitch after getting bags installed. One question - why not perform this check with fresh tanks full and truck bed with wood/generator in?

[@DinkGear]

I have done both... there no change for me on the WD... I usually add a KTM into the bed of the truck too... When I do that, I add just a couple more psi to accommodate additional squat.

[@crich1218]

@@DinkGear wouldn't adding air to the bags while under load reduce the effectiveness of the WD hitch? Would it be better to add air to gain some height then adjust/engage the bars to distribute the weight?

[@northlander4370]

husky Centerline WD hitches require the ball to be 1 inch above the hitch of the trailer !

[@jam471975]

Great video, just one suggestion though is to use the term "parallel to ground" instead of "level" on the trailer. I know you explained how you "leveled" it but someone might actually try to level their trailer instead of making it parallel to the ground LOL.

[@HarlyGuy13]

Jeff Martinson just reading your statement made it more clear to me.

[@michaelmascarello7025]

So is this basically the technique to use on a leveled vehicle which will surely squat after the trailer is hooked up? I have bags but only used them occasionally to control porposeing but I had stock suspension so the stock rake kept me level after hooking up. Now doing a level kit and not sure how much rake I should keep.

[@jodi-anneanderson2466]

When you state anytime you add weight to the tongue, does this also include any weight you put in the box of the truck? Thanks

[@arealmaintenanceandrepairl1103]

But how do u alighn the rear brackets where exactly do they fo

[@KnuckleDragginDad]

I’m curious if this procedure is the same for trucks factory equipped with air bags such as my Ram 3500 Dually? It has a trailer leveling system where all I have to do is hit a button and the rear of the truck self levels but I believe that’s about it. Thanks

[@shyecjj]

Air bags are for 5th wheels. WDH for bumper pulls.

[@MRHEAT20]

Thanks for the lesson 🥂

[@rn1358]

Thanks for the video, I have the same hitch but no air bags, it works great but the ride is very harsh. Do the air bags make a big improvement on the ride?

[@DinkGear]

Yes, I run low psi (25) and it smooths out the rear ride without sacrificing ride control or negating the weight distribution. The purpose is to provide a more comfortable ride.... not to level the truck.

[@topgun5399]

I personally don't like the 1" squat you left in the rear because on long trips the tires would wear more in relation to the axel. Not to mention headlight angle. Increase air on the airbags would eliminate the 1". Truck is level riding comfort and stability in my experience has proved that for me. But setup on your weight distribution is a good tool to follow.

[@dehartshipyard2135]

Wouldn't using the airbags assist with the wdh (weight distrobution hitch) by not having to make so much adjustmet to the wdh to bring the front down? Trailer tongues are failing because people are over adjusting the wdh to compensate for the squat.

[@bofa83]

so do I raise or lower the air bags to get the hitch level with the trailer, or unbolt the thing and adjust it that way?

[@two_legit1832]

Do you have any kind of lift or leveling kit installed on your Ford in this video?

[@Offroadmavericks]

Very informative thank you !!!

[@bryanthornton6787]

How much did the 27psi raise the rear of the truck without the trailer on the ball?

[@johndoe-ys7nx]

This process is done with a loaded trailer, correct? Full of water, toys inside if it's a toy hauler, full fuel tank, etc?

[@baseballplayer422]

Do you level the hitch ball to the coupler with the bags inflated or with just the minimum psi?

[@fusionfishguy]

Great question... Following

[@DinkGear]

It depends on your specific manufacturer instructions. Per mine, it stated level to 1 inch higher on ball. Air bags inflated at the end after initial measurements to determine zeros and setup is done... then inflate airbags to just reduce squat. Recheck measurements afterwards to make sure you still fall into thresholds identified in instructions. Airbags only provide more comfortable ride and reduce squat... they do not add additional payload or transfer weight back to front tires.

[@raycalandra1887]

Doesn't using air bags, or any rear axle booster defeat the weight distribution system by transferring the weight back onto the rear axle? It becomes the fulcrum point of the seesaw.

[@DinkGear]

It does if you over inflate the air bags. proper way to tell is front measurements

[@davidr9870]

Ray: Think of the airbags as changing the rear leaf springs to a stiffer, more weight bearing spring, but with air, you can always adjust your ride. Obviously, never exceed manufacturer specs.

[@markferrick10]

Great, well explained video. Thank you

[@GlossyLake]

This is a great video for weight distribution! I am curious as to the location of your onboard compressor. Did you mount it under the hood or on the frame under the cab?

[@DinkGear]

The installer put it under the cab

[@mechanicalnature2884]

what were the front measurements after connecting the WDH but BEFORE adding air to the bags?

[@fresh2k2004]

It looks like you have the same airlift system as me with the remote. I can rarely get the remote to connect to the compressor from inside the cab. I often have to stand at the bed and squat down on my knees to get the remote to connect so I can adjust the air pressure. Did you add any sort of antenna? I'd love to be able to adjust on the fly while driving if needed. That's half the reason I installed the remote system.

[@whosnext2005]

I've been trying to figure out the point of having airbags and how you would set them up for a long time with the weight distributing hitch. I'm not getting airbags but I want to get sumo springs and I want a haul an ATV in the back of the truck when hauling the camper. I was under the impression that the weight distributing hitch would bring the rear end of the truck back to ride height when the front was at normal ride height. Now that I understand the back of the truck does not have to be at ride height as long as the front of the truck is at normal ride height, I can see why airbags or sumo springs would be helpful. The sumo springs would be the same principle as the airbags, you just don't have to air them up correct?

[@DinkGear]

Purpose of the WD hitch is to transfer load back to the front axle. ie distribute more evenly across all axles of the vehicle and trailer. Airbags do not provide additional payload or load transfer, they make your ride more comfortable. Importantly when you get your WD setup, follow the manufacturers recommended setup and measure stock heights prior to loading and remeasure after loading trailer. Manufacturer of the WD should detail where your target goal should be (back to 0)

[@MrKfcflores]

Very nice setup. Can you share some specs on the truck. In the market for an f250. Year, engine, trim, lift/level, tires. And trailer also. Length, dry weight, max weight. Thanks buddy

[@bigdrowe82]

It doesn't actually say it but I gathered that you basically dropped trailer on hitch, took measurements, air the rear to 1" under stock height, then setup your WDH?

[@markbussey6901]

Great video

[@jimmymckeown1518]

But if u have 1 Inch of squat wouldnt the front of the trailer be down an inch. I'm not correcting you. I'm trying to figure this out is all.. so when setting up shouldn't the ball be an inch higher then the coupler

[@DinkGear]

The WD I am running now states level trailer to start. Once hooked up I get 2 inches approx inch of squat... inflate 25 psi... I run about 1 inch of squat. Make sure to follow your particular WD manufacturer for where to start the trailer and hitch ball height

[@aaronleonardy3096]

I’m trying to make sense of what certain adjustments do. Like if my truck still has a little rear squat when set up… Could I raise it up a hole or two where bars get pried on? Or should I be adding more washed at the hitch point?

[@DinkGear]

A little rear squat is ideal... I don't run level as seen in the video... perhaps 1" or so squat. WD bars need to be level with trailer frame so they sit square on the L brackets. On my setup washers start with weight rating ie: tongue weight is higher than 90% of the hitch’s max tongue weight rating (e.g. TW > 1,440 lb), you may want to start with 6 spacer washers or more as the tongue weight approaches the maximum hitch rating. Some setups with lighter tongue weights may only need 4 spacer washers. Check your manual for recommendations on your specific setup. Also consider a scale to weigh your hitch weight.

[@seana7036]

I am confused on why you let the pressure out of your bags and then attached the bars. Wouldn't you want to air up like you did, then adjust the hitch from the 1.5in squat position(bags inflated to 27psi) and not the 3in position? Once you added the 25 psi back into the bags after adjusting the hitch for no air aren't you taking distribution away by adding the air in after? Asking for my set up. I have a 36ft ultralight so I'm within weight for my truck but sway has gotten worse with added weight. Set up is the lower weight rated Equalizer hitch from yours and I have the Firestone airbags on my truck. Truck is lifted, bags were to rid of squat but sway ctrl has suffered. Thanks for the video!!

[@DinkGear]

It is much harder to put the bars on and take them off with the bags inflated as the rear of the truck is higher off the ground. If I started feeling sway again after setup, something has changed and would go through setup again. The air I am running is minimal (currently 25 psi) and that is with approx 1500# tongue load. There is PLENTY of friction on my bars as I have to use the helper tool every time and can tell it is LOADED plenty... and my front axle measurements are still spot on. Don't try to level the back of your truck... air is just to add more comfort . Try resetting up the system fully loaded and recheck your measurements. Also make sure to check your trailer that it is loaded correctly. To much weight in the rear can hurt

[@seana7036]

@@DinkGear Got it, that makes sense. I have added weight to the truck and trailer so definitely worth revisiting the measurements and set up. Thanks for the help and relpy!

[@BCD0711]

Thank you for the video. I'm confused, did you ever say when you add the air pressure back into the bags? I heard "let pressure out, attach load leveling beams, now its perfectly set up" no mention of refilling the bags, did I miss something? Thanks again!

[@DinkGear]

After you figured out the Properpsi in the airbags. Then it will just be normal setup everytime. It is easiest to hook up to truck when bags are empty. Once hitch is attached to truck, I raise front of trailer to make it easier to install WD bars. Then afterwards lower trailer back down. Last step is adding the proper psi back to the bags Then off camping. When I reach destination first step is letting air out of bags

[@BCD0711]

@@DinkGear Got it! thank you for the response.

[@danielokane5209]

Appreciate the video and the info. Out of curiosity, what did the initial raising of the airbags do?

[@TC-tw5zk]

Are you happy with the e2trunion style hitch? I have the round bar setup.... Great instructions..I just installed airbags and had setup wrong...front felt floaty..so I'm redoing using your video...

[@DinkGear]

Yes, the E2 worked wonderfully... I had one for my previous trailer (19ft) as well. I did upgrade my E2 to a better hitch though. My current trailer is heavy and has a heavier tongue weight than most. (1400+lbs) and my E2 was only rated for 1200lbs tongue. The bottom pieces on the hitch started to bend. I replaced it with an Equalizer E4 16,000/ 1,600 tongue rating. The Equalizer E4 is a 4 point sway control hitch compared to the E2 which only has 2 point. Makes a big difference in windy conditions. That video is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nYqUg5VsfpZlftU

[@DinkGear]

The other hitch I upgraded too is this one... same design as E2 but adds 2 more points of sway control. This is th eheaviest hitch they make, but also have smaller ones available. amzn.to/3ay0JVf

[@TC-tw5zk]

@@DinkGear hi, just wanted to let you know that I followed your instructions. And my situation came out beautiful....night and day...with airbags added I was way off untill I saw your video....thanks again. I was looking at the e4 too...but my tounge weight is only around 650-700...my e2 round bar is rated at 1000...I may still look at it..

[@DinkGear]

@@TC-tw5zk Glad to hear! :)

[@dl1758]

I had thought you’d hook up at 25psi, hook up and set bars, then let a few psi out to plant front end weight. As soon as you set WD bars then added psi after to bags, you’ve defeated the purpose and effect of the WD bars, by raising rear end and thereby reducing tension on bars.

[@DinkGear]

Defeated the purpose? it's all in the measurements. Adding 25 psi to it before or after... its the same WD after you have set the system up with 25 psi and verified measured on the front end at +X back to zero. Adding psi before only makes it harder to put on the WD bars or near impossible. Opposite goes for when removing WD bars... 25 psi gets let out of the system before taking bars off... otherwise they are difficult to take off due to WD pressure.

[@Vagabond4lyfe]

If anyone can explain how the ball adjustments work?