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StephenH
podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 29 Nov 2015 Location: Wake Forest, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 6326 |
Topic: Hello all. Posted: 19 Apr 2018 at 9:32pm |
Nissan Factory tow package is the best if it is not already installed. It includes not only the hitch designed to fit the frame but the wiring harness, the 7-pin connector, and the relay to make it work properly. The harness will allow you to plug in a brake controller such as the Hopkins InSIGHT Flex-Mount proportional brake controller, which is the one I use. The Tekonsha P3 is another popular model.
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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,... ouR escaPOD mods Former RPod 179 Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS |
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DavMar
Senior Member Joined: 04 Aug 2017 Location: Lexington, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 592 |
Posted: 19 Apr 2018 at 9:49pm |
Now your opening a can of worms on what is the best tow package.
For brake controller my vote goes to the Tekonsha P3 http://www.tekonsha.com/products/brake-controllers/proportional-controllers/trailer-brake-control-proportional/TzaIxkVx1cI5XOy!osRB55TR19SXShj4 For weight distribution anti-sway bar hitch my recommendation would be the Fastway e2 http://www.fastwaytrailer.com/e2-hitch I'm sure others here will agree to disagree on my recommendations. |
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StephenH
podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 29 Nov 2015 Location: Wake Forest, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 6326 |
Posted: 20 Apr 2018 at 7:46am |
I interpreted the tow package as that for the vehicle. I would agree that the Fastway e2 is a popular choice. I have the Equal-i-zer 4-point sway control hitch and it has served us well. Some others have used the Andersen No-Sway hitch. It has the advantage of being much lighter than either of the two above.
If you are able, probably the best hitch available is the Hensley Cub, but it is very expensive. However, I just called and found out that a special test market offer is available that reduces the price significantly. Anyone interested could call Hensley Manufacturing (800) 410-6580 for details. I am very much considering going for it, especially in view of the one accident I had when we hit ice with a strong cross-wind where the Equal-i-zer was not able to stop the wind from pushing the trailer and starting a sway condition that ended up with us facing the wrong way in the passing lane of I80 in Wyoming. |
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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,... ouR escaPOD mods Former RPod 179 Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS |
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DavMar
Senior Member Joined: 04 Aug 2017 Location: Lexington, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 592 |
Posted: 20 Apr 2018 at 9:44am |
Stephen, I'm always interested in anything that can improve our towing and your post is the first I've heard of the Hensley Cub which looks very interesting. So can you let us know what general price range Hensley is wanting for their WD anti-sway hitch? Dave |
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Dave & Marlene J with Zoey the
wonder dog. 2017 Rpod 180 2016 Toyota Tacoma SR5 4x4 Lexington, NC |
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StephenH
podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 29 Nov 2015 Location: Wake Forest, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 6326 |
Posted: 20 Apr 2018 at 10:00am |
I just ordered the Swift Cub, which is a new model that uses chains instead of jack bars to hold and raise the spring bars (less expensive to manufacture, so lower in price). They are doing a test market special and selling it for $1670 which is $920 off of their regular price. Shipping is $125. The Hensley Cub (older model) is available for $1970. The normal price is $2590. It is a lot of money, but having had one accident where the Equal-i-zer was not adequate to stop the sway from the wind pushing us on ice, I have been looking at this design which is supposed to eliminate even the possibility of trailer-induced sway.
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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,... ouR escaPOD mods Former RPod 179 Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS |
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DavMar
Senior Member Joined: 04 Aug 2017 Location: Lexington, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 592 |
Posted: 20 Apr 2018 at 10:04am |
Sorry I missed your post on a different thread and you had to repeat this information for my benefit but thank you! You will have to please post your impressions after you have used the Swift Club for a couple months. |
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Dave & Marlene J with Zoey the
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StephenH
podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 29 Nov 2015 Location: Wake Forest, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 6326 |
Posted: 20 Apr 2018 at 10:18am |
That I will.
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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,... ouR escaPOD mods Former RPod 179 Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS |
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John4TA
Newbie Joined: 16 Apr 2018 Location: N.J. Online Status: Offline Posts: 23 |
Posted: 20 Apr 2018 at 7:41pm |
I know this is dragging on. The info for me has been great being I am new to it all. We are going with the 190 and working with 3 dealers. Price difference is $930.00. Draw back is save the money and drive 10 hours one way to pick up or ..the other 2 are same price and 2 hours or 3 hours. Question is ( once again) We need all the tow gear hooked up..What should I expect on parts and labor with all talked about in this post? Would a 20 hour round trip, first outing be worth it? Have the dealer there install everything needed? Again..thank you so much for the knowledge..You all will be first to see the new setup!! |
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John4TA
Newbie Joined: 16 Apr 2018 Location: N.J. Online Status: Offline Posts: 23 |
Posted: 20 Apr 2018 at 8:43pm |
Again..TT insurance cost? |
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Pod People
Senior Member Joined: 22 Sep 2011 Location: Chapel Hill,NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 1078 |
Posted: 20 Apr 2018 at 8:58pm |
I would not suggest driving 10 hours each way to save $930. The gas cost (towing will cut your mileage in half or more)and a motel stay overnight plus meals for 2 days and then towing home for 10 straight hours for your first time on day 2 would not be fun. Think about it realistically.
Just my opinion-go with whichever the closer dealer that you feel most comfortable with. check out their service department and warranty policies -both of these will help point to the right place to buy. good luck Vann |
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