Why Do We Suggest The Fastway E2 & Equalizer E4 All The Time? | Teach Me RV!

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@chadsteffen9715
@chadsteffen9715 2 жыл бұрын
2022 Micro Minnie 2306BHS, will start initially with a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee with tow package (6200lb rating, TT is 4600 dry). Thinking about the E4 on this setup. Good choice?
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 2 жыл бұрын
Without knowing more details I would say yes. Depends on what the true tongue weight comes out to, not what they advertise but after battery and LP tanks are on and full. That will decided what bars to go with
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 2 жыл бұрын
What did they end up going with?
@chadsteffen9715
@chadsteffen9715 2 жыл бұрын
@@KeystoneRVCenter Pick it upon the 23rd... I will find out then.
@PaperCut2UGaming
@PaperCut2UGaming 3 жыл бұрын
Is the e2 good for a 30ft trailer 9000lbs trailer. It's the grand design transende explorer 265bh
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 3 жыл бұрын
I would go with an E4
@mikegreene9215
@mikegreene9215 3 жыл бұрын
Been using an E2 on my 19' Keystone FBPR for the past 4 years, Love it. Does a great job and easy to use!
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 3 жыл бұрын
Right on
@toddc.4749
@toddc.4749 Жыл бұрын
We are going from a 28’ 6700 lb fully loaded toy hauler to a 34’ roughly 8000 lb fully loaded toy hauler. We currently have the E2 system, being pulled by a 2022 Silverado standard bed 4X4, do you think it will be ok for the new toy hauler? Thanks
@brianbelliveau5551
@brianbelliveau5551 2 жыл бұрын
Well on the passport 268 ubh going with e2 8000 round bar it should work good for that trailer behind my Z71 crew cab
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 2 жыл бұрын
What was the tongue weight of the trailer? -JR
@brianbelliveau5551
@brianbelliveau5551 2 жыл бұрын
@@KeystoneRVCenter 595 dry no gas or battery so adding that over 600 and trailer loaded 7400 they tried to put a 6000 pound e2 round bar I said I need 8000
@egf2b
@egf2b 4 жыл бұрын
We upgraded our truck and the hitch height is way taller now. We have a 2017 Coleman Light 3015BH trailer and now drive a 2020 RAM 2500. The system we had for the F150 will no longer work for the Ram 2500. I am struggling with trying to figure what we should buy now to pull our rig.
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 4 жыл бұрын
Just change the hitch height. The height of the drop bar will need to be adjusted for the new system
@dwaynesnow2868
@dwaynesnow2868 3 жыл бұрын
Just purchased a 2019 Jayco Jay Flight XLS 287BHS. Previous owner pulled with Silverado 1500. Set up with a Fastway E2. I am pulling with a 2011 Silverado 2500HD 6.0 gas engine. His Fastway E2 has a 2 inch shank. I purchased a sleeve adapter to fit my 2.5 inch receiver. Will this be ok to pull with long term? Trailer has a 6140 lb dry weight. Thank you for your help. Dwayne Snow
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 3 жыл бұрын
Yes we use a sleeve on our fords for the same reason. 150,000 miles and its doing good still.
@davidcrawford6505
@davidcrawford6505 5 жыл бұрын
I have the E2 and absolutely no problem controlling my 27ft TT.
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 5 жыл бұрын
I agree that there are times that it works great. Just depends on the unit pulling and unit being towed. There are times where some people would want more control
@dante04srt
@dante04srt 5 жыл бұрын
We love our Equal-I-zer E4 hitch. We use it in conjunction with the plastic pads that they sell and I'm happy to report the hitch is nice and quiet and works really well. Getting hitched and unhitched is a breeze.
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 5 жыл бұрын
I have seen those pads and know a people that love them. The only thing I caution is if a customer is having sway issues with them on take them off. If everything is handling good rock them and enjoy the silence
@danajberry43055
@danajberry43055 4 жыл бұрын
What are your thoughts about the Andersen Weight Distribution Hitch?
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 4 жыл бұрын
We have looked at them before and after getting the Equalizer brand. We like the Equalizer brand better
@9iand3
@9iand3 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info. I have a 2019 highlander hybrid that has a towing capacity of 3500#. I'm looking at 2 Geopro trailers, the 15TB and the 16BH. the 15 is 2483# empty, the 16 is 2980# empty. I'd like to get the 16, but I'm concerned that the 16, with an E2 would be getting too close to the max for the highlander when loaded. It looks like I'm safe with the 15, but am I pushing my luck going with the 16 and using the E2? Thanks
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 4 жыл бұрын
I would check the actual weight of the trailers not just the published weights. We have the Epro (same trailer just different names for rockwood vs flagstaff). The 16BH we have in stock has a true dry weight of our 16bh is 3140lbs. I think you are getting close to max on either but the tongue weight is more of concern for me. I would check to see what your hitch is rated for
@brawdys
@brawdys 4 жыл бұрын
Why is the E4 better than the Curt Tru Track (also made in the USA according to their website)?
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 3 жыл бұрын
We have looked at all of the brands out there and we have landed on the E4 being the best option out there. We have customers that do purchase from other manufactures and thats fine by us too. I have towed with the Curt and seen enough of there products long term over the years to say I like the Equalizer system better JR
@brianbelliveau5551
@brianbelliveau5551 2 жыл бұрын
How much weight difference in the e4 to the e2 I just bought a passport 268 BH and they are going with the e2 is this enough hitch for that trailer.
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 2 жыл бұрын
E2 are available up to 12,000/1200
@roberts7107
@roberts7107 4 жыл бұрын
Two questions. I have a 2018 Grand design reflection 297RSTS travel trailer. Pulled by a 2015 f250 6.2 gas engine. Trailer was bought used and has an E2 hitch. Is that adequate or do I need the E4? You briefly mentioned in another video of yours to disabled the electronic sway control in the truck when hooking up the e2 or another sway control system, never mentioned why we should do that. Should the trucks sway control be turned off with an E2 installed?
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 4 жыл бұрын
The Equalizer E2 with a trailer that is 34' long and roughly 8,000lbs I would say go with the E4 IF you are having stability issues. I turn off the Ford sway control because I find it fights with the sway system no mater what brand it is. Now newer models from Ford have got a lot better with that. There use to be a delay but that seems to have been working on that. HOWEVER try it both ways and see what gives you the best results. Some customers do not notice some notice a huge difference. As far as buying a new weight bar system and installing it I am going to leave that up to you. Do you feel comfortable and safe while traveling? Do you feel like you are fighting to maintain control? Is the front storage bay filled with the heaviest of heavy things that can be moved to reduce tongue weight on the truck? I do wish your dealer had set you up with the bigger system to start with but you know the price to have the new system installed and have to make a decision on if you feel uncomfortable... As far as safety goes I know I can not put a price on it. I have a trauma first aid kit in my back pack and in the trunk of my car. I Keep a fire extinguisher on each side of the bed. Ever smoke detector and life support item in my house gets lithium batteries twice a year. I fuel my vehicles and check, oil, trans, washer fluid and tire pressure including the spare on my wife's car and mine every Wednesday and Sunday. I know I am the safety dude but thats me
@roberts7107
@roberts7107 4 жыл бұрын
@@therealjr9175 , thank you.
@chrisg-JTX
@chrisg-JTX 4 жыл бұрын
Hey there...I am getting a GD 24mpr which is a smaller (29.11 ft) toy hauler...they are recommending the E2...should I push for the E4? thanks!!
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 4 жыл бұрын
Yes go for E4 with that. Toyhaulers naturally have more sway because of rear height of the trailer and floating tongue weights depending on how much gear is in the back of the trailer
@bw4851
@bw4851 3 жыл бұрын
JR I have a GD transcend 221rb that I pull with a Ram 2500. Would a E2 work? I am thinking the E4 would be over kill
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 3 жыл бұрын
That should be fine. 26' over all length
@tylermcfarland2539
@tylermcfarland2539 3 жыл бұрын
Getting a jayco 28bhs was going to go with the e4 system you think that is a good choice instead of the e2 system
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 3 жыл бұрын
Yes I would go E4 -JR
@billlooney9638
@billlooney9638 3 жыл бұрын
Why do we need to upgrade the suspension on a new trailer or at all?
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 3 жыл бұрын
Its not suspension its weight distribution and sway. Its part of the htichwork.
@billysopinionsviewshowtos7598
@billysopinionsviewshowtos7598 3 жыл бұрын
@@KeystoneRVCenter Sorry about that, this was just a new question. I understand the hitch.
@erichendrick4833
@erichendrick4833 3 жыл бұрын
Hey JR, picking up a 22’ with a gvwr of 3900lbs and max hitch weight of 440. Towing with a GMC Sierra 1/2 ton. I have a e2 4500lb already. Technically I’m within the specs for the hitch but do you think it’s okay to use?
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 3 жыл бұрын
Yes sounds like that is going to be a good setup. Are you setting it up or letting the techs doing it
@erichendrick4833
@erichendrick4833 3 жыл бұрын
I’m setting up myself. I work as a mechanic and operator for a large dairy farm so I can pull into a nice heated 90x60 shop and do it right.
@Lsgriff
@Lsgriff 5 жыл бұрын
E-4 user here and wouldn’t go to anything else, also JR, you are my go to camper information center!!!! Doing a great job!!!
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Glad we can help. Be sure to check our our other new video where we are taking a poll on how to improve the channel
@lacrossed55
@lacrossed55 4 жыл бұрын
I have an E4. I like it but I am getting what I think is excessive squeaking. I also would love to know how to adjust the hitch height/ bolts.
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 4 жыл бұрын
I believe that Equalizer has a video on that. Check the Equalizer KZbin channel. As far as the squeaking keep that in mind that metal on metal friction is what keeps the trailer in line. When it squeaks that the system talking to you letting you know that its working. They do make pads that make that quieter but you are reducing the effectiveness of the system. If you read my reply to Robert S. I know I am a safety nut. If the noise is a big deal the part is like $20 on amazon. Buy them. Try them out. If you do not like them it would not be the worst investment loss.
@kylecreed7467
@kylecreed7467 3 жыл бұрын
E2 or 4 on the 298 Transcend by grand design?
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 3 жыл бұрын
E4
@shawnbebout
@shawnbebout 2 жыл бұрын
I have a 27’ trailer (24’box 5250 UVW) towing with a fast way e2. Little to much sway for my liking. So I just ordered the E4. Hopefully it controls sway better.
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter Жыл бұрын
How is the E4 doing? -JR
@stevecline6228
@stevecline6228 4 жыл бұрын
Hey JR, looking for direction on wether to use an e2 or e4 hitch for my 241qbxl Forest River Wildwood x-lite. I’m pulling with Chevy 2500hd custom. Your feedback is appreciated.
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 3 жыл бұрын
I say E4. I also built my work bench on 6x6 posts with 2x6s every 8" on center with TWO 3/4" sheets of plywood stacked ontop of each other. I over kill everything JR
@raymondschneider5217
@raymondschneider5217 4 жыл бұрын
Junior, really enjoy the work you guys do. QUES: Am considering a Rockwood Mini-Lite 2507S TT w/ an F250 truck. This unit is 26 ft, w/ a 6700+/- GVWR w/ a 625 hitch wgt. 1) Which hitch would you suggest? 2) Do you think an F150 could SAFELY tow this unit (w/ max tow on trk)? Yeah, am in midwest, but, there would be SOME mtn (western and SE mtn driving) 1x or 2x /er year. NOTE: I am leaning toward the 4-point hitch (Equal-i-zer). Thanks so much for your input! Y'all Be Safe!
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 4 жыл бұрын
Always go E4 nobody complains about too much control from the sway system. Truck towing questions check with Ford. So many factors, engine, gear ratio, body configuration
@brawdys
@brawdys 4 жыл бұрын
I have towed that exact Rockwood with an F150 through the mountains of Appalachia. The answer depends on the F150 and how its optioned. An F150 with the 3.5L turbo Ecoboost gas engine and max tow package will likely have more than 1600 payload ( some newer models claim as much as 2100 lbs). CHeck the driver door sticker. With a 625 hitch weight, there is 975 left for passengers, cargo. The 3.5L Ecoboost has plenty of giddyup for the hills and the F150 has plenty of payload capacity for that trailer. But if you ever want to upgrade to a much bigger trailer, say the Rockwood 29xx line, you will need more payload capacity. Now, you probably could still tow the Rockwood 29xx, but you may have less than 400 lbs of payload left, wherin you may be trying to figure out which guest/ passenger stays home. Of course, being forced to leave your drunk aunt home may be a good thing. Its hard to answer generically since it depends on the specific Ford F150. Look at a few, check the payload sticker, subtract the hitch weight, and decide if you have enough for your family, cargo, and your drunk aunt. Almost certainly yes for the 2507S TT, but not for a bigger TT in a few years, especially if the aunt gets a boyfriend. If it we me, id go with the 4 pt because no one ever said "I want to be less safe and have less control over the trailer" - but thats me.
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 3 жыл бұрын
What did you end up running?
@Berrypancakes229
@Berrypancakes229 2 жыл бұрын
@@KeystoneRVCenter we’re towing a 25 ft rock wood trailer. Weight is 6,000 pounds. I think tongue weight is 1,000. Is it ok to go with e-4
@DJ-3551-1
@DJ-3551-1 4 жыл бұрын
Do you or would you recommend the andersen no sway weight distribution hitch? If not then why
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 4 жыл бұрын
I have not messed with it much. Seen a few customers run them and they say they like them but they have not tried anything else. I think they function good but not as good as Equalizer personally.
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 3 жыл бұрын
They are good but not the best value
@jonathanladd845
@jonathanladd845 4 жыл бұрын
Getting a 24 foot 5800 dry weight travel trailer and pulling with my f150 the dealership is recommending the e2 should I try and push for the e4?
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 4 жыл бұрын
E2 is fine. If you ever plan on going bigger go E4
@kevinzink6844
@kevinzink6844 4 жыл бұрын
JR, I have the E2 10,000lb and pulling a 28ft 5400lb trailer. I am pulling it with a 3/4 ton Ram. Am I Ok with this?
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 4 жыл бұрын
So there are a ton of veriables that go into that. I am going to take a few guesses and fill in the blanks. If I am close on this numbers let me know. I would guess the 5,400lbs trailer is going to about 600lbs to 650lbs of tongue weight A 2012-2019 Ram 3/4 ton will have a payload capacity of 1,300-1,700 lbs If the bars are rated at 10,000lbs they should be rated for 1,000lbs of tongue weight So you should not be over loaded for tongue weight on the bars or the truck. However they are a little heavy you may notice some bucking when you hit bumps. Like a 1997 F350 without a load in it when you hit a speed bump. I would doubt with a truck that heavy you would notice the bounce/lift unless you were really looking for it. Same with the length being over what we typically like to see. Now if you switch to a Reg cab short bed aluminum body 4x2 V6 pick-up truck (just trying to figure out the lightest pickup out there) I would think about switching to an E4 matched to your tongue weight and get more sway control. At the end of the day the question is do you feel safe? Do you feel like you have control of your trailer or not? If not have a service department take a look at it and see what they say. Or snap a pic on instagram and send me a Direct message on there. See if we can get a few things worked out
@rvingmylifeaway8295
@rvingmylifeaway8295 3 жыл бұрын
Do you recommend putting grease on the hitch ball and any other parts?
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 3 жыл бұрын
Refer to the owners manual and it will tell you where and how to put it on. We will do a video on that
@busterblastereast
@busterblastereast 5 жыл бұрын
Jr, we bought a Flagstaff 21FBRS last fall (2018) from Keystone and love it. At the time of delivery, you all did not recommend a WDH as we were towing with a 2015 GMC 2500HD 6.0 gas motor, but we did purchase a sway bar. We have put on a fair amount of miles in a wide variety of towing conditions. I have no complaints except I do notice the the truck rear end drops about 4” to 6” when we hook up. Visually, from the side view, the truck and camper are level. Do you still recommend that we don’t need a WDH?
@toddonsite4169
@toddonsite4169 5 жыл бұрын
How much does your front end of truck rise after hitched? The wdh helps keep proper load on the steering wheels. Too little , you could experience lack of steering control. Conversely too much , hard to steer and could end up with steering part failure. Your current setup may not require one. But you could choose to use one. Or if you change tow vehicle may require one at that time. Also a wdh more evenly distributes the total weight over all axles which may remove or add weight to the trailer and if you are close to weight capacity pin trailer equalizing may not help. In either case , professional s need to assess your setup for proper recommendations. Hope this helps
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 5 жыл бұрын
Depends on how the camper is loaded too. If you put a ton of weight in the front pass through storage and in the back of your truck. Depends where weight is put even with weight distribution you can over load the weight of the bars rating
@luiscano3764
@luiscano3764 4 жыл бұрын
Boss Really enjoy your videos... Was wondering what were your thoughts on the EAZ-LIFT RECURVE R3 WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION??? I tow a 29ft travel trailer 7k lbs... thank you again I highly appreciate your advise
@celizabeth22
@celizabeth22 4 жыл бұрын
I have this and like it...has been amazing.
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 4 жыл бұрын
One big reason we did not go with them is the fact they were manufacturing them overseas when we talked to them. We are trying to stay with American companies whenever possible. I have some customers that use them. They are quite but I have had customer come back to have the E4 put on some bigger trailers and they are happier with the Equalizer product. Sorry but I have not driven one much
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 2 жыл бұрын
I prefer Equalizer over everything personally -JR
@kensidwell5437
@kensidwell5437 3 жыл бұрын
Dood your killing it keep up the great work. Just bought a 2021 Rockwood 2507s. Thank you
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you are enjoying it
@skatedaily8494
@skatedaily8494 3 жыл бұрын
2021 ram 1500 crew cab 4x4 Laramie and have a 29 TT 850 tongue/ 5500 dry. Which sway control would be better? It came with a resse chain style wdh but it sways at 55mph or faster. Help
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 3 жыл бұрын
E4 by far. Reese chain is junk at this point. Not made in America, Not US materials, and old style design that is not the best design on the market What is the payload capacity of your RAM? -JR
@skatedaily8494
@skatedaily8494 3 жыл бұрын
@@KeystoneRVCenter thank you for taking the time to reply. 1700lbs payload I’ve upgraded to a E rated tire and airlift airbags just for a piece of mind.
@nathanshipe2216
@nathanshipe2216 4 жыл бұрын
Weight distribution hitches are not recommended for my tow vehicle. Do I have any options for sway control and weight distribution?
@larryjennings2934
@larryjennings2934 3 жыл бұрын
We're buying a 25bds from you guys just put the order in. Want to upgrade my weight distribution hitch for this new camper from the two of them which one should I get for the 25bds thanks for your time and consideration and your videos they really have a lot of information
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 3 жыл бұрын
What are you towing with? Its right at the limit but E4 with 800 lbs bars might be the right answer -JR
@larryjennings2934
@larryjennings2934 3 жыл бұрын
@@KeystoneRVCenter Ford f350
@larryjennings2934
@larryjennings2934 3 жыл бұрын
@@KeystoneRVCenter thanks for getting back to me
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 3 жыл бұрын
I would do a E2. That is a big truck for that size camper you are not even Half its ability lol -JR
@discount218
@discount218 3 жыл бұрын
Great info Sir !!!! Thanks and keep-em coming!!!
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 3 жыл бұрын
You bet! -JR
@cajoseph05
@cajoseph05 4 жыл бұрын
Getting ready to pull a 4500 pound 26ft trailer. Dealer sold me on a e2. Should I talk with them and get the e4? Or is the trailer not heavy enough for the e4
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 4 жыл бұрын
If you do not see yourself going any bigger stick with what you got. If you want to upgrade in the future pay a little more now....do not have to rebuy later..I am too broke to buy stuff twice
@crackerjack9120
@crackerjack9120 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info. I want to upgrade from the chain style distro hitch with a sway bar. Can you explain, or make another video, how the Fastway e4 sway/weight hitch compares to the Gen-y weight hitch? I am pulling a 28 foot toyhauler. Thank you.
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 4 жыл бұрын
We had 'The boss' hitch head here but that only did anti bounce. I did haul an empty toyhaler with it (tons of tongue weight). It did ok but did nothing for sway. Did they come out with something new?
@campliving4395
@campliving4395 4 жыл бұрын
Junior, should do up a vid on size of genny for dry camping, running a/c and gen size, outdoor fridges needing constant 120v, which genny you guys recommend
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 4 жыл бұрын
We shot it...just waiting on mark to edit and upload
@williamyulfo992
@williamyulfo992 5 жыл бұрын
question what size brake away cable you recommend... 4 feet or 6 feet(for a 5th wheel). I know you did talk about that on another video on hooking up your 5th wheel
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 5 жыл бұрын
I like the 6' it is all i have ever used and never had a binding issue. I have a few customer that run them even with short bed trucks and still no issue
@williamyulfo992
@williamyulfo992 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks again for your amazing videos
@lorididio4601
@lorididio4601 4 жыл бұрын
Can you please explain the difference between the e2 vs e4
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 4 жыл бұрын
Function...in a nut shell. The E2 has two points of controlling sway the E4 has 4. Two additional points at the head Better handling and more stability from the E4
@forresta65
@forresta65 4 жыл бұрын
always worth watching.
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@johndoddato2662
@johndoddato2662 3 жыл бұрын
We just bought a 2021 Lance 2375 camper with a new Equalizer 4 point sway hitch. This hitch is noisy and makes a bunch of clunking and grinding noise. You can hear us coming from a mile away with this hitch. I think I will sell it just because of the horrible noise of this thing
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 3 жыл бұрын
The noise is the system working...which system are you looking at thats noise free? The friction resistance from the metal to metal contact is the system working -JR
@bradymcphail9690
@bradymcphail9690 5 жыл бұрын
Jr., I've never RV'd before and my wife and I ha e been planning on buying an RV when we retire. Well, I was electrocuted at work and I guess I'm retiring. Your channel as well as others at the University of KZbin is providing me with a wealth of very valuable knowledge, I thank you from the bottom of my Heart. Being a builder and metal fabricator I have a deep understanding of what you are talking about, but I do have some brain damage from the accident that sometimes causes me to re-watch the video. I have 1 question maybe 2.. 1. Is the Montana you most badass most luxurious 4 season fifth wheel RV you guys manufacturer? 2. Will a new Dodge ram 4500 dually with the Cummins turbo tow a 38 ft fifth wheel Montana? Since my accident my math is not so good...
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 5 жыл бұрын
Brad We will answer this one in a video! Thank you for being a loyal watcher and I wish you a speedy recovery!
@DNIThornton
@DNIThornton 3 жыл бұрын
We recently purchased a GD Transcend 247bh (30 foot) w/ a Blue Ox SwayPro. We have been hearing a lot of good things about the E4 lately. I was wondering how the two compare. Any input is appreciated.
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 3 жыл бұрын
We use to sell the Blue ox. Great American made company. However we sell the E4 because it performs better
@bratley79
@bratley79 4 жыл бұрын
I was just debating whether to go with the E2 or the E4 for my new trailer, your video made it an easy decision for me to go with the E4. Thanks dude!!
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 4 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped hope it saved some money! In the long run
@micahroberson1234
@micahroberson1234 4 жыл бұрын
Have you ever used the blue ox? It seems to have great reviews. I have a f350 gasser and am planning on getting a Imagine 3170bh. Previously I had a pioneer 300qb and used the recurve r3. It seemed to do ok, not much experience with anything else. I do have a chance to get a Hensley, but not sure how complicated they are
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 4 жыл бұрын
Yes we have used them in the past. I will say this as nicely as I can. If you want to tow a car behind a motorhome blue ox by far hands down has the best systems on the market. If you want to tow a trailer and need weight distribution and sway we keep in stock Equalizer products and will try talking you out of making us order Blue Ox weight and sway bars. As far as the Hensley that is the most expensive hitch system we talked about in the video. Guys that paid for them swear they are the best product on the market. Guys that tow with them that did not pay for them do not see the difference and are not worth the extra hassle
@dustyduggan5825
@dustyduggan5825 3 жыл бұрын
I love y’all’s videos. I live in Tennessee and just bought my first travel trailer and the info I’ve gotten here has been amazing. Thanks for all the videos.
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 3 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure! Thank you for watching -JR
@linkfloyd4908
@linkfloyd4908 3 жыл бұрын
Love your videos, I'm in Michigan, wish you were closer. I'm shopping for a WDH and notice that Equalizer is one of the only brands that doesn't include a ball or shank; any input on why it's done this way, other than profit margin? I appreciate your recommendation, but would prefer a hitch system that doesn't separate these into three purchases. Thanks!
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 3 жыл бұрын
Less parts to stock it works better for dealers and the manufacture. When we get the boxed kit of hitch parts we grab a 2" or 2 5/16' depending on what we need. So we do not need to stock a 600lb set in 2" and a 2 5/16" kit we just stock 1 kit. The most expensive thing is the kit. Works better for dealers and I am sure them too because they can ship the kits faster -JR
@linkfloyd4908
@linkfloyd4908 3 жыл бұрын
@@KeystoneRVCenter Makes sense, thanks JR!
@martinkenney7169
@martinkenney7169 4 жыл бұрын
Lovin' the videos, keep em comming. Looking at purchasing a GD 21bhe and pairing it with the Andersen weight distribution/no sway hitch. Any cons to that vs the e2 or e4? Ever used the Andersen before? Thank you in advance.
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 4 жыл бұрын
I have not had the chance to play with them and we are not able to get them....insert fake monster/rebull smile here. I can not see how hooking and unhooking are any easier and I think it would be worse. Also how they pull on the bottom of the brackets when turning I would think it could shift on the frame, the equalizer glides and doesn't really pull on the bracket. Along with chains. I just would want to play with one before I gave an opinion one way or another. I only know a few guys running them but they have never owned anything else
@weaponxnova6794
@weaponxnova6794 4 жыл бұрын
I would rather have too much hitch and not need it, rather not enough hitch and need it.
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 4 жыл бұрын
Overkill is underrated
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 2 жыл бұрын
As long as you do not get to the point that you are over lifting the trailer
@anthonyg5055
@anthonyg5055 4 жыл бұрын
Um,Umnot sure what to think umbout this video. Just having fun good job. 😁
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 4 жыл бұрын
I know it is something I want to work on but not as bad as I want to keep shooting more videos.
@BruceCurrell
@BruceCurrell 5 жыл бұрын
Love your videos JR. [Monster drinks] I just watched your video on how to Hook up to a trailer with the e4. I can easily see how it is a weight distribution hitch in s four points of contact. But how does it help with sway control. Your comment on pinching the brakes and accelerating in high crosswinds to cause the'behave control' ... Totally see it straightening out. Buy I don't see how this does much towards that. BTW. Bought my first trailer last week. 35' ouch.
@ernpend
@ernpend 5 жыл бұрын
I can attest to the E4's sway control capability. It's kept our 33' travel trailer in line. Essentially intense friction is created at the weight distribution arms articulation points, the "L" brackets and pivot joints, when you load up the hitch with the trailer's weight. This discourages a lot of the side to side movement necessary to generate that oscillating sway. You'll hear people complain about how noisy the E4 is. Driving through the campground you will hear a lot of moans, creaks, and pops coming from the hitch. That's those WD bars slipping as you turn, generating opposing force to the turn that your tow vehicle overcomes which creates that noise. That's the same force that discourages sway at speed.
@jeremyhines4255
@jeremyhines4255 5 жыл бұрын
Was awesome meeting you at Hershey. Can't wait for the Jayco Eagle to get here.
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 5 жыл бұрын
It was great seeing you guys too. I had to hold that monster for a while with the diet but it was worth it
@didequen3339
@didequen3339 4 жыл бұрын
thank you
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 4 жыл бұрын
Anytime!
@BS-uc8os
@BS-uc8os 5 жыл бұрын
More videos please,
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 5 жыл бұрын
We got a bunch that need to be shot. Just need Mark to get busy! MARK
@justinsanderson2054
@justinsanderson2054 4 жыл бұрын
Hey JR. I purchased my trailer from you guys and got the E2 system at that time with the 6,000 lb trunnion bars. I am now getting a larger trailer and will be upgrading to the 10,000 lb bars to meet the trailer weight requirements. I know I can just purchase the bars, but my question is can I use the previous trunnions and hardware with the new bars? Thanks.
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 4 жыл бұрын
Justin I am so sorry for the delay in response. Let me know if we have not got you an answer yet. I will try and track it down
@muellerpowerwashing
@muellerpowerwashing 5 жыл бұрын
JR Love ur vids someone needs to compensate u....i know u dont want to get into brand wars but i there are many good systems in the middle of the road pricing...i went from chain style to curt 17500....ans think it brings a lot to the table
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 5 жыл бұрын
I have seen them and used them they are really good. We just like the equalizer brand a little more and trust me we looked at a bunch
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 5 жыл бұрын
The most important thing is to feel safe and happy with what you have! If the system you have is working keep rocking it! If a customer is looking for more check out equalizer. And the only compensation I want is free energy drinks from monster/red bull/ and or quake
@luischannel04
@luischannel04 4 жыл бұрын
Just got a new travel trailer weighing 4200 with equalizer 2. Watching your video how to use it so I am assuming it’s easy to do it yourself . Going to pick up my trailer in two days . Thanks for demo
@KeystoneRVCenter
@KeystoneRVCenter 3 жыл бұрын
Hope ya had a easy pick up JR
@KILO-uv2wi
@KILO-uv2wi 4 жыл бұрын
Hi JR, in your opinion, is the E4 hitch easy for an owner to install? We purchased our Alpha Wolf from Keystone in 2018, however, we live over 3 hours away from your shop now. We have been stationary until now, just purchased our Ram 2500 yesterday! We would really like to get the the E4 so that we can start traveling. Appreciate your opinion on this! Awesome video’s! Love your humor!
@therealjr9175
@therealjr9175 4 жыл бұрын
I think they are the easiest to install and the best. I have done a ton of them. When installing a hitch correctly by manufactures standards yes the Equalizer team is the very best. Now I want to disclose I did get a Tshirt from them years ago and I think a hat...but I am not paid to endorse the product
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