Which WDH to buy

We are finally replacing our 10 year old TV with a 2015 Nissan Pathfinder.  With the lighter weight and shorter wheelbase of the Pathfinder, I assume a WDH is a must.  I was looking at the EAZ -Lift 48058 hitch w/sway control.  Any input on this hitch or another would be appreciated.  We are pulling a 171 and I believe I weighed it a couple of seasons ago, and with empty water tank but all our "stuff" on board the scale weight was about 2800 lbs.  We are downsizing from a tow vehicle of towing 6,800 lbs. to a 5,000 lb. tow capacity.  Will be interesting to see the difference in performance.  Any suggestions are appreciated.  Safe Travels.

There are 3 types, WD only, WD with sway resistance, and WD with sway prevention.  The one you mentioned is the 1st type, it doesn't have integrated sway control.  See a link for RV Wholesalers where they bundle a sway bar with the EZ Lift.

I've used Eaz Lift hitches for about 25 years. They'll do a good job, but they are pretty old school, and are a little frustrating to set up and readjust until you become familiar with them. The model 48058 has 1000 lb. spring bars and will be more difficult to dial in and might place excess torque on a light trailer with a small frame (4"?) like the Pods. One with 600 lb. or even 800 lb. bars would be more appropriate for a pod, but these models are usually a little closer in price to some of the newer model WDH's. I also must say that I've seen quite a few EAZ Lifts that weren't set up well.

I'm keeping my EAZ Lift for now, but if I were to upgrade to something newer, I might go for an Andersen, as I think they don't creak and groan like some of the other newer design WDH's. Plus, they're considerably lighter than the EAZ Lift.

OK Camper Bob, if you're going with an EAZ Lift, here are some things to remember to make sure you have set it up correctly:

   1. Make sure the spring bars are parallel to the Pod frame when hooked up.

   2. Drop 2 or 3 links only when hooked up. If you have more or less links hanging loose, then you're shifting too much or too little weight, and with a smaller tow rig this is crucial.

   3. Measure your tow rig's wheel well height without the trailer and then with the WDH hooked up. If there's more than an inch or so difference, then your set up is not good.

   4. I always lube the spring bars where they insert into the shank. If you don't do that, then after a couple trips you will notice wear areas where you really should lube.

   5. I carry some plastic grocery bags to cover the end of the spring bars when unhitched--saves mess and keeps grit off the bar ends.

This stuff has worked for me over the years with the EAZ Lift. Other hitches, I dunno much about.

P/S The hitch will often pop once to settle in when you begin towing. Yes, your wife will say "What was that?" If it continues to pop, then your spring bar chains are twisted or you really need to do some adjusting.

Don't forget. You'll probably have to swap your balls (hope it's not too painfull ). I think the EAZ lift comes with a 2 5/16" not the Pod size 2".