Was the Andersen Weight Distribution Hitch Worth The Money?

We have always used weight distribution systems with bars. They do the job but they are heavy, noisy and quite honestly a pain in the rear at times. Many of you had suggested that we try out the Andersen Weight Distribution system which uses chains instead of bars. So last May, we ordered and installed the Andersen on our 2020 Lance 1985 travel trailer. We have used it for well over 15,000 miles in almost a year. And now I am finally ready to show you how it hooks up and whether we made the right decision.
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[@OldSingleAxleRV]

We just got back from a 1000 mile trip with the Anderson hitch it is such an improvement. Even the wife likes the hitch. Said between the electric tongue jack and the new hitch they are the best investments I’ve made in the camper.

[@OldSingleAxleRV]

Sold I bought one from your review and a few others. It was very easy to install. My first tow is in a couple of days and I’m so looking forward to it.

[@sherriweber7105]

Very nice job on showing the Anderson hitch. It looks like it holds tight on there so won’t sway. Except for when it gets windy while you are driving down the road. Thank you Patrick for this video. Nicely done! Have a great night and weekend and see you soon!

[@tree_monkey3120xp]

Glad this hitch is working out for you I had one. My trailer is 35'6" everything was well with in the weight for the Andersen 3350. Had the worst towing experience, couldn't get over 50mph with winds of 15-20 and tow vehicle is an F250 powerstroke. Did a ton of research before making the purchase. Andersen did nothing to help I reached out to them several times on the trip as well as after I made it home! If you dig on review you will find people that have had issues with trailers over 30'. Easy of use and set up was truly awesome with the Andersen! Best of luck going forward!

[@staceyforrest364]

Great video, Patrick! Been waiting for this one - can't wait to see you "quietly sneaking in the campground" in May! ~💜

[@TravelswithDelaney]

This may have been the most anticipated video on our channel! LOL. I don’t think you have any idea how excited we are to see you guys in May!!! There’s some puppies that also can’t wait to see their Aunt Stacey and Uncle Chris!

[@jenniferbernard7444]

another awesome video! i HEART my andersen, and thank you for showing everyone how easy it is to operate!

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Thank you so much. We love ours too and have no plans to go back to the bars

[@caseypries7559]

When we started RVing with a tt we started with an Equalizer hitch. It worked pretty well, you don't have to unhook the bars to backup, but it does creak. We later switched to the Hensley which is the Cadillac of hitches but it's outrageously priced new. With that said I purchased it used and had around $1500 in it. It solves pretty much all the problems. We've since switched to a 5th wheel and no longer have any of those issues.

[@ggebhard1]

I would love this new system! I went back and looked at your last system and boy, this one looks so much easier! The one I have now, has only one bar and on my first big trip, I almost lost my whole rig when my Tab 400 started to sway while going down I-80!! That’s when I had to learn about weight distribution. ( using your video, of course!). Even though I understand the weight situation, I’m still worried about loosing control of my camper. This Anderson system looks very easy and would take away my worries!! Excellent video, Pat!

[@stevehoward3981]

This may not be the solution for you as it depends on a hefty tongue weight to create the anti sway.

[@trevinated]

Great video. Thanks you the great explanations and demonstration!

[@volocty]

Thanks Patrick for the short video confirmation of the Andersen WDH device. I installed one on day-1 of our Lance 1985 ownership and don't really have anything else to compare it to. I have pulled our TT through 50MPH+ winds and it pulled like a champ, gives us great confidence for our travels. Let the adventures continue... :-)

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I have been really impressed with the sway control on it and just the simplicity in taking it off and putting it on.

[@wasachevyguy]

Great video! We just got our Andersen installed to tow our new Cougar 22RBS with our Tundra Crewmax. Glad to hear it's working well for you! I plan on just removing and reattaching the triangle plate by simply raising and lower the jack and completely leaving the chains alone! Literally a 5 minute job for both actions! And you can do it all from one side of the rig!

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I have done that myself a few times when we are on really level surfaces and it does work well. We have been extremely happy with the Andersen for a year now.

[@joeobrien172]

Thanks Patrick, I’ve been looking at the Anderson for a couple of years and this is the first size comparison between it and the typical bar based system. The fact that you’re hooking up a Lance, we have a 1575 is an added bonus. I’ll be ordering the Anderson this week. Thank you for a great Channel! We hope to meet you some day!

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Thank you so much! It should work great on a 1575. Andersen’s instruction video on install on their KZbin channel will talk you right through it.

[@Berrypancakes229]

@@TravelswithDelaney This is another update to our Anderson. We we’re going to get rid of it because to much sway after all the adjustments. We discovered that we had to turn off the Anti-sway on our truck. It also saids it in the Anderson Manual , my husband didn’t read it. Wow! What a difference. Please read the Anderson Manual.

[@Berrypancakes229]

We installed same hitch,my husband loves it. We purchased the one for up to 10,000 pounds.

[@eddiestephens5213]

Thanks for the video. I have been waiting for it and worth the wait. I have the equalizer system and I will be listing it for sale and ordering the Anderson.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I know it took me awhile to get this video done but I really wanted to get several months and miles on it before I posted the video. We are so glad we spent the money on it.

[@machfive916]

I am a fairly new RV'er and purchased a 2021 Flagstaff Micro Lite 25BDHS in FEB 2021. Having never towed anything in my life, I chose the Anderson hitch based on online reviews and love it. I have never had any sway problems and my trailer (5400 lbs. empty) tows like a charm with my Silverado 1500 4x4. My truck rides "almost" perfectly level and love the light weight of the system.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

That is great to hear. We’ve been using ours for almost 2 years now and love it.

[@esthers5772]

We hated our Husky Centerline. It was one of those with the bars. It was a beast to handle. My husband used to remove them in the parking lot of a campground while I checked in. Before I decided to sell my travel trailer, I had planned to switch to the Andersen’s. great video 👍

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Thank you! Yes….it is so much easier for me to handle than the heavy bars.

[@JasonScottCarter]

Good video. I am sticking with my Husky Centerline Hitch. It uses bars, but it's easy to use and it's already paid for! But will keep this in mind for the next trailer.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I don’t blame you Jason! I was reluctant to spend the money last spring myself. If it hadn’t been for the channel and knowing I could make a video on it, I may have waited as well.

[@papasammeh]

I have the recurve r6 (upgraded from your r3); in a lot of ways its absolutely awesome at sway control and backing up etc - with that said it's HEAVY - I want the anderson specifically for this reason!

[@georgestevens3770]

After hours of watching videos of this wdh, and pretty much every reviewer saying the same thing, this set up not recommended for larger trailers. So, I contacted Andersen with the question..."is this hitch suitable for a 35' 7400lb. travel trailer?" The response was "they work great with small and large travel trailers. And clearly, it was someone who reads from an answer sheet. Never could talk to a real tech. So I believe I'm gonna try the R6.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I personally would not use the Anderson with a trailer that big. We found it worked great with our 23' 5700# Lance but also felt like we were on the upper end especially in terms of weight distribution.

[@colinsturgess6551]

I started out with the Andersen…. Glad to see I definitely made the right choice! Great video

[@Ellamacmichelle]

I bought this Andersen to replace my Equalizer based on the great reviews, ease of use, and the overall weight of the system. I watched multiple setup videos and then set it up exactly as the instructions in the booklet state and the Andersen video shows. After 150 miles, the bushings in the ball mechanism were shot. The weight distribution and “hop/bounce prevention” was great, but this is not a no-sway system and is terrible at sway control. Returning it and going back to the Equalizer.

[@Berrypancakes229]

Same issue. Terrible at sway. This is an update.

[@technicallyreal]

I think there have been some faulty units in the wild but Andersen is happy to replace them and are easy to deal with. Mine's been great so far. I don't feel semis pass and only feel large gusts of wind. Used it with a jayco 174bh and 264bh. I think sway control is stronger when hitch weight is higher so I would check to make sure you're not putting too much cargo in the rear of the trailer (which causes more sway on its own as well)

[@frankzicari784]

I don't remove my weight distribution or sway system before backing in. I just loosen the friction sway control if I remember. As far as weight distribution I have trunion style weight bars with chains and clamps on the a frame. Been rving for 40 years never had a problem.

[@randyprice6363]

Been wondering if you were ever going to review this? I know I've been very pleased with mine. I have noted that you've continued to run it and not go back to the R3 however, so I figured you too must have liked it. As you stated, I love the quiet operation, and also feel it does great with sway control.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

It took me awhile to finally getting this video done but I can honestly say after using it for almost a full year, I do love it and don’t want to go back to the bars. I appreciate your help in getting me to finally try it. Really glad we spent the money.

[@markvanderlinde8226]

We love are Andersen been 3 years and still works like the first day I stalled. But we do get a lot of people come up to us asking how the chains work. I can say it a icebreaker to meet new l and make new friends. Lol

[@TravelswithDelaney]

That is great to hear Mark! We too have had a couple of people ask us about the chains as opposed to the bars.

[@DoubleTap702]

Been wanting to ditch my haulmaster setup for one off these solely due to how much simpler it is to hook up every time

[@brucealanmorgan]

Thanks Patrick. Found your channel searching info on WDHs. Very informative and will be using this system when we get our new camper (GD Imagine XLS 17MKE). Question: what truck mirror extender do you use?

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I have Snap & Zap brand extension mirrors. They are great. They just snap over the mirrors and look like they are part of the trucks mirrors vs something you’ve added. Easy on and easy off. Congratulations on the new Imagine. We had considered that same one when we got the Lance. Kind of wish we had went with GD now.

[@brucealanmorgan]

Wow! Thanks for the quick response.

[@brucealanmorgan]

The Anderson WDH is installed correctly. Have a little problem with bounce/push/pull. My truck is a 2016 F150 3.5L EcoBoost with tow package. Any suggestions?

[@dcwebb1]

When using this specific hitch system you must not have the chain twisted when tightening down the tension nuts. It appears that he has the links in the chain aligned nice and straight, I just wish he had mentioned the proper technique with chain position/placement before you tighten. Note that this is covered in their instruction sheet.

[@lesley643]

Always liked the Anderson. It’s so easy to use and so effective in sway control. 👍

[@TravelswithDelaney]

We have been very impressed with its sway control and we have dealt with some pretty strong winds.

[@LouieTeffeteller]

I switched to the andersen hitch this year. I hooke mine up a little differently. Instead of loosening and tightening the chains every time I lift the tongue of the trailer while connected to the truck to relieve the tension and then the plate can be put on without loosening the chains. One less step to worry about. When unhitching I do the same thing. Lift the tongue of the trailer while connected to the truck and the plate slides right off If theres a reason you don't do it this way id love to know. Great video and explanation of the Andersen hitch. Its by far our favorite setup to date.

[@codeman99-dev]

While I don't own the Andersen, I would actually vote against using the jack for this purpose. The jack foot plate actually has to move while extending. Using it to lift the tow vehicle can actually prevent that necessary movement. Especially if the vehicle want to roll backwards (in the direction of the trailer).

[@davidtaylor5600]

What are the weights on your truck and trailer? I have read if your close to payload on a 1/2 ton it doesn’t work as well

[@danielpouliot5110]

Hi Patrick... I have used the recurve r3 for two seasons now and I don't have anything else to compare it to. This is our 1st trailer (20 ft Rockwood GeoPro) and I keep looking at the Anderson System. I don't feel that the r3 really handles sway that well when tractor trailers pass. I read your reply about the wind condition and a truck passing. I really think I want to try the Anderson. But at $600 I really hope it handles sway better than the r3. Since you used the r3 I was hoping you could shed some light on the comparison. Do you feel the Anderson handles sway better than the Recurve R3?

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Personally I do feel that the sway control is better on the Andersen than the R3. I was skeptical at first since the R3 allows you to adjust the sway by tightening the bolt and the Andersen does not have any adjustments but instead self adjusts. I am very happy with the Andersen and have no plans to go back to the R3.

[@rockymtnhighadventures]

@8:43 "...probably nothing on the market to prevent that." Have you used an Equal-i-zer before? I'm very confident it will handle those 20-30 mph wind gusts better than that hitch. (from experience with both)

[@deborahsleith8879]

Thanks for the review--we've been thinking about this system. Right now we have a Trunnion e2, and you don't have to take it off when backing up, but yes, it's heavy and can be noisy. Question--is the Anderson transferable from one trailer to another? We're thinking of trading in the 400 in a couple of years and won't invest in this if it's not.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

It’s definitely could be transferable however it would depend on the frame size of your new trailer.

[@Challway]

My solution is get a motorhome. When I was shopping for an RV I knew I did not want to tow anything. So I have a Class C.

[@lisathurman5267]

My sway bars don’t make creaking sounds when they are greased properly.

[@fredmalone798]

Did you check how much the weight distribution worked ?

[@spiralnapkin]

Is it a normal thing to remove the weight distribution bars (for that type of system) when entering a campground or when parking the camper?

[@kenhuth1762]

Thanks Patrick. The Andersen is the only WDH available for the Oliver. However the guys with 3/4 ton trucks say they don’t need it. I have a one ton extended van and it gives me a more secure feeling.

[@charlietaylor6389]

Hi Patrick I’ve got a 3500 Chevy express I’ve been towing a 7000 pound avion for 20 years/ we are downsizing to a casita do I even need sway control

[@kenhuth1762]

@@charlietaylor6389 my guess is no as long as you don’t hang a couple of heavy bikes on the back to screw up the tongue weight. But it’s an easy fix if it is needed.

[@pointsnorthgisuav8661]

Great video. Good to hear the opinions of someone that has used the hitch for an extended period of time. I like the idea of not having heavy spring bars as part of the system and performance of the anti-sway. Has there been any extra wear on the coupler from this system? That is one of the negative reviews I have seen a fair amount of in my research.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

We’ve been using the Andersen for almost 2 years now and still love it. I haven’t noticed any issues with the coupler.

[@pointsnorthgisuav8661]

@@TravelswithDelaney That is good to hear. Thanks for the response!

[@rogershaffer5914]

I had the Anderson hitch for 1, yes only 1, trip and then sold it. So disappointed in this hitch. The trip was absolutely terrifying. Bought an Equalizer brand and love it. I'll put up with a little noise in order to have a peaceful trip instead of being on edge the whole time

[@johnvoyles1184]

I am running the R3 on my 2021 Rockwood mini lite 2109s pulled with my 2015 Tundra Crewmax. I added Sumo springs this year in hopes they might help the "hop from Hell" on highways with really bad expansion joints but it's still almost unbearable at times and I actually worry about the structure and contents of my camper with this hopping. On a good road, I don't even feel the camper back there. It improved when I put a little tongue weight back on but still not good. Did you feel a sig improvement when going to the Anderson in hopping/bouncing?

[@TravelswithDelaney]

The hopping is much better with the Andersen. On a really bad concrete road, we will get just a bit of it but nothing like before with the R3

[@Berrypancakes229]

John Voyles Turn of the anti-sway in your truck. It makes a big difference with sway and bouncing. Read your manual. We didn’t read it at first until I read a comment in another video on Anderson Hitch.

[@amyfisher7672]

What did you use with your Tab400? We only have a single bar friction sway and no weight distribution. Towing with an F1 50.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

WIth the 400, we just used a single friction sway bar.

[@kimberleesublett]

Would you have used that system on the Nucamp Tab 400 you previously owned? I am currently not using anything on my 2021Tab 400.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

We didn’t use any weight distribution with our 400. We just used a single friction sway bar on it.

[@kenj.8897]

Hey Patrick, looking at your map of United States there and you haven't been to Michigan yet in 15 years? Doesn't get much better than the U.P. of Michigan or the northern lower . Nice vid

[@TravelswithDelaney]

We’ve actually been to Michigan on multiple occasions….just not with this trailer. When we bought the Lance, we started over with the map. Otherwise it would be almost full.

[@hjets5387]

2 Questions. Can you put your tailgate down? And does that locking pin on your frame damage your trailer frame?

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Yes…I can put the tailgate down as long as the truck and trailer are in line. No damage that I have seen.

[@shellyhouston2166]

Would this system still put torque on the automobile frame? We were told we cannot use standard WDH on our Kia Sorento because it is a unibody construction.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I would follow the instructions in your tow vehicle manual. If it says no weight distribution, then I would not use it

[@billporter7505]

I had the Andersen hitch with my 33 foot Wildwood and for the most part worked pretty good. I also never moved the chain nuts. Just extended the jack till the chains went slack and removed the plate.

[@volocty]

Bill, I was going to comment the same thing :-)

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I thought about trying that myself just to save another step. I am impressed that it worked well with your 33’. Do you remember what that trailer weighed Bill?

[@billporter7505]

@@TravelswithDelaney UVW was 6393 GVW was 7720

[@timspates9783]

How well do you think the Andersen hitch would work with a 30 ft 7,000 gvw trailer and a 2017 f150? I have the R6 hitch (doesn't control sway well enough) and can't seem to adjust enough weight to the front of the truck.

[@billporter7505]

@@timspates9783 For the most part the Andersen did ok. But I had one episode towing on a windy day that convinced me to switch to a Equalizer hitch. Since then I’ve towed on some pretty windy days with no issues. I’m no expert and Patrick has more experience than me, but I have a tendency to think the Andersen is better suited for trailers under 30 ft. Again that is just my opinion.

[@mikec8123]

Well actually the Hensley hitch is 100% no sway guaranteed. I own one and 25 mph crosswinds is nothing. Have had one for almost 2 years with over 10000 miles across country and no sway ever. There have been windy days when we are the only trailer on the highway.

[@ericj810]

I take the loop again if someones behind be. It's easy to back in a 30ft camper... just not when people are all pissed and staring at you from behind. Atleast this system you can backup with.

[@jamesyao9199]

It doesn’t work for my trailer! I have a 16.8 F lightweight camper only under 5000Lbs .The brackets of 2sides can’t be stayed on the point all the time . It always move a lot when the trailer turns

[@mtopper929]

I just bought one of these. I have a 11000 lb. Puma. I can’t wait to see how it works. Talked to the shop They have a business to. They use 🎉 theses on all there trucks. I’m sick of the bars. And the noise. I will let you guys know how it works. ..

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I look forward to hearing how it works for you on that size trailer!

[@monacodip]

Patrick. …nice video…but you forgot to mention no grease no mess !!

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Very good point!

[@Ricks_Tech_Talk]

What would happen if one chain broke while driving at high speeds? Would you lose control? Thanks

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I honestly do not know the answer but a good question for the people at Andersen. I do know that when a bar with our R3 recurve system came off, it did not affect the drive.

[@sssophiesmom]

Do you need to be straight on (lined up vehicle and trailer) to hook up? I like to angle my trailer into the campsite and sometimes it gets a bit interesting to back up to hook it up again. I thought I read a review somewhere that they said only works if you are straight on, not angled? Your thoughts?

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I have been a bit off straight before and still been able to hitch up with no issues. I have never been off more than maybe 20 degrees though

[@sssophiesmom]

@@TravelswithDelaney ok thanks.

[@jbfCanada]

I had a 2019 Tundra 1794 and a Lance 2465. Total Rig 13970 lbs Trailer only 6468 Truck only 6600 Tongue Wt 902 The payload is 1185 lbs. As you can see a max trailer weight of 9100lbs means nothing, as a tongue weight of 902 from payload of 1185 leaves nothing for people and supplies in the truck. I tried towing, but it wasn’t very good. I switched to a 2022 F350 with a 3700 lbs payload and max trailer of 15000 lbs. So, everything well within capacity. However, I could not get the trailer to stop swaying. Anything more than 60 mph, bad sway. Going downhill even worse. I tried everything with the Andersen hitch, adjusted height, chain tensions, reload weight, etc. It just would not stop swaying at more than 60 mph or downhills greater than 50 mph. I switched to a trunion bar hitch (Weighsafe) and have zero sway. Im extremely disappointed in Andersen hitch and would ver recommend it in a trailer more than 2000-3000 lbs.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

That’s interesting that it didn’t work on your setup. We’ve been running it for over a year now and absolutely love it. Best sway control we’ve ever had. Glad you’ve found a system that is comfortable for your situation

[@NE-Explorer]

Has anybody found that this weight distribution system Stretches the cup at tbeginning of the trailer so that it's sometimes has to be Banged down onto the ball

[@MajTom-wd2yt]

I'd prefer a noisey hitch that works over a quiet one that is marginal at best. 8:30 Yes there is. It's PPP for me, (Hensley)...The cost being worth the safety for us & fellow travelers. It's also quiet and the entire hitch , including WD bars remain on the trailer. Another benefit, it prevents sway from starting, instead of trying to control it AFTER it's started. Disclaimer...only 35yrs of towing.

[@creepyoldhouseexplorersclub]

I just got a Casita with the Anderson- at Casita they showed me 3 threads showing- your saying 5-6, now im confused on what or how to know what is correct?

[@TravelswithDelaney]

For us, 5-6 is where I run. Casita may have a lighter tongue weight and maybe that’s why they said 3

[@rsimmons7165]

Andersen didn’t work for me! I have a travel trailer weighing approximately 6,500 lbs fully loaded and tow it with a Ram 1500 5.7L hemi. I have Timbren assist springs installed which minimizes squat when I hitch up my trailer. The Andersen works great for sway control but doesn’t do much for weight distribution with my configuration. I called Andersen and they confirmed their system is more of a load leveling system and does transfer some weight in the process of leveling out the tow vehicle and trailer. In my case the Timbren springs were already taking care of the load leveling and the Andersen was only able to transfer about 20 lbs back to my front axle. The weight of the trailer had removed about 400 lbs from my front axle. This was unacceptable for me. I switched to the R3 hitch and was able to dial it in to transfer about 3/4 of the weight back to the front axle. The R3 sway control, in my situation, is just as good as with the Andersen. I love the R3 hitch and have returned my Andersen to Walmart for a full refund. The R3 is every bit as easy to hitch up as the Andersen. Granted, it is heavier, but I am able to offset this by the weight transfer capability of the R3. The R3 is also very quiet. It can pop some during tight turns or when backing into a campsite, but it’s super easy to back off the sway control bolt before backing, which solves this minor issue. Glad the Andersen is working for you but in my situation the R3 works much better.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Glad the R3 worked out well for you. Like so many things, different products will work best for different people, trailers, etc.

[@jamesyao9199]

R6 works better for my camper !

[@rsimmons7165]

@@TravelswithDelaney Enjoy your channel very much. With the Andersen I’m just wondering if you ever ran your truck/trailer through the CAT scale and determined how much weight distribution you were getting with the Andersen. This was important to me as I am towing at close to my max payload (nowhere near tow capacity though) and have a lot of tongue weight on the back of my truck (over 900 lbs). The R3 nails the weight distribution and moves some of that tongue weight back to the trailer axles. I’m getting great sway control with the R3 and the Timbren springs stiffen up my suspension so that my 1/2 ton truck handles my relatively heavy trailer very nicely. One thing I experienced with the Andersen is that it doesn’t transfer much weight back to the tow vehicle front axle and to the trailer axles unless the truck has a lot of squat to start with. I tested this by removing the Timbrens from my truck, which dropped my rear bumper significantly prior to connecting the Andersen chains. Then, I ran the truck/trailer through the CAT scales. I got decent load distribution with the Andersen in this configuration, but my ride was pretty squirrelly with the stock Ram 1/2 ton suspension. I put the Timbrens back on and tried tightening the Andersen spring nuts to improve weight distribution. This didn’t help at all, even when I tightened the nuts up to seven threads from the hand tight starting point. I also went back over my install procedure several times to make sure I was following Andersen’s instructions. I’m not knocking the Andersen hitch; it works well for many people. It just doesn’t provide much weight transfer for a lot of scenarios.

[@BillUtah]

So when a semi passes you in the same direction you don’t get a little “suck” as it passes you?

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Normally no. I actually did a bit today when a car hauler passed but there were also 20-30 mile hour wind gusts in play as well.

[@CindyinArizona]

You didn't talk about backing up with the system installed....can you?

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Yes. You do not have to remove it to back up regardless of how steep the turn is.

[@diverm2371]

How does this compare with the BLUE OX 401?

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I have never used a Blue Ox so I do not know. Maybe someone else will be able to chime in on this.

[@costa2984]

Dunno man, I had the andersen and i parked my trailer with it connected. For weekend runs I never even disconnected it or my truck. you just made yourself a lot of effort for no reason whatsoever.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Thanks for the info

[@lifeisgood141]

I used to use a weight distribution. Pain in the butt. I am not using it anymore.

[@davidschlarp1606]

Why retighten the bolts again? If taking weight off the ball gives slack in the chains to take the pin out you should be able to leave the bolts right where they are and put the plate/chains back on. That just seems like an unnecessary step

[@tzarza]

You think I can get 50 lbs off the tongue weight with this WDH? The goal is pull a travel trailer with A vehicle that can take 350 lbs but the trailer is 390 lbs tongue weight.

[@danielp.621]

Did Anderson pay you to promote this hitch?

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Nope! Paid full price on Amazon. Never talked to anyone at Andersen

[@brianwaddell6044]

Great info. I own both equalizer and the Andersen hitch. I do t disagree on any of your points. However on the Anderson Hitch, I had issues with the brackets on the trailer walking up the frame (yes I also tightened set screw) thus loosening the chains. I watched the Anderson video and also checked my torque wrench, but I had fear of crushing my frame so I went back to the equalizer. Keep the great content coming. We have a lance 2185. Thanks!

[@davidmuresan1735]

Swaying is due to lateral forces created by Trailer upon the tractor, and they cannot be avoided. No matter what hitch you do the swaying exist and is dangerous. Only 5th wheel may avoid swaying, such a gooseneck trailer, which is ugly and require to modify the tractor. I invented a new trailer which use a dolly converting the bumper traction into 5th wheel traction and will not sway at all.

[@sjfk1306]

You should NEVER have to touch those nuts. Lift the truck and remove the triangle from the ball.

[@ericwoodard8332]

I'm smart enough to remove weight distribution before I pull into the campground. You just need to be intelligent.