Extreme Hitch

Friction Sway Control

Friction Sway Control uses friction to resist pivotal movement
and thereby works against the effects of induced sway. It
operates on the principle of "stiffening" the coupling between
the tow vehicle and trailer. The degree of "stiffening" or
friction is adjusted to suit various trailer weights and towing
conditions. Its operation is simple and uncomplicated. It
doesn't prevent the generation of sway; it simply works to
resist the forces once they have started.

Dual Cam HP

This patented product is the premier method
for controlling trailer sway. Unlike the friction
sway control, this approach works to control
sway from the start rather than just resisting
sway once it's begun. And it works only when
needed. When towing in a straight line, the
cams on either side of the trailers A-frame are
locked in position. This essentially creates a
"rigid" connection between tow vehicle and
trailer and minimizes the effects of induced
sway caused by high crosswinds or passing
vehicles. Usually the cams ride in a detent,
locked-in position, even on fairly sharp curves.
However, when cornering maneuvers are
required, the cams automatically slide out of
their detent to permit full radius turns. Yet
when the maneuver is short and abrupt, like
that encountered in the event of a sudden
swerve or a wheel dropping off the road, the
cams seek a straight-line towing angle that
helps the tow vehicle retain control. The
advantage of the Dual Cam system is its ability
to forestall sway in addition to sway
resistance. It works to hold down the start of
swaying activity while at the same time
allowing free and easy vehicle and trailer
interaction. Another advantage of the Dual
Cam system is that it's installed on the trailer
and therefore doesn't require adjustment every
time the towing vehicle and trailer are hooked
up, unless hitch weight or tow vehicle loading
are changed.