Stablizers - Event Date: 18 May 2020

The bad thing about the sway control pictured is that you do need to remember to turn it off before backing. If you don't, you will likely wind up with bent/broken parts as others have shown. A WD hitch with integrated sway control such as the Equal-i-zer, the E2, or the Andersen do not have any such concerns. They can be backed up without any need for disconnecting the bars or loosening anything. The only disadvantage of them is if there is a slope and the leveled trailer is at a different angle than the tow vehicle. That can make it tricky to remove enough tension from the bars to get them off and then back on when it is time to move. That affects the Equal-i-zer, the E2 or other bar type WD/SC hitches, but the Andersen should not have the same issue.

Also, West Tex, a lot depends on your tow vehicle. It makes a difference in the tow vehicle's setup and suspension. What is needed for a Frontier or Tacoma is not going to be needed if you have an F350 or an Expedition or a Wrangler for example. In this case, knowing what tow vehicle you have would help.