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Topic ClosedR-pod 171 - Event Date: 13 Aug 2016

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    Posted: 13 Aug 2016 at 9:08pm
Many also opt to have a weight distribution hitch which will smooth out the ride as well as provide sway control.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 13 Aug 2016 at 3:18pm
Thanks.  Those were quick responses.  Appreciate your help.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 13 Aug 2016 at 3:05pm
Just measured the top of our 2" ball on our Explorer, 16."  Sway bar, a necessity for us because of a short wheelbase.  Many on this forum who have full size pick ups don't use them, while others do, as Leo mentioned, personal preference.  My take is that I would rather err on the side of safety (in other words, spend the 50 - 75 bucks on a sway bar) than save a few bucks while towing a pod that you have thousands of dollars invested in.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 13 Aug 2016 at 2:41pm
Welcome to the group!! If memory serves 17 inches. Some recommend the anti sway bars, boils down to personal preference. 
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 13 Aug 2016 at 2:37pm
I am planning to purchase a 2017 R-Pod 171 in a few months.  Was wondering if anyone can tell me the hitch height for this travel trailer.  I live in FL and will be picking up the trailer in Ohio in route to Michigan, so I want to have the correct receiver on my vehicle when I arrive.  Was also wondering if a anti-sway bar is recommended.
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