BIG $$ Difference: Equalizer 4 vs ProPride 3P - is the $3k worth it

[Jbsears]

I tow a 2600RB with a 2015 F150 3.5l ecoboost and use the Equalizer. I have had no problems towing the 2600RB, and we travelled through some strong west Texas winds.

[vcv28025]

I also have a 23BHE that I tow with a 2019 Toyota Tundra. My hitch is a Fastway E2 hitch that seems to be very similar to the Equalizer 4, and I've had no issues whatsoever with sway. IMHO, considering the size of TT we're pulling, I doubt you'd notice much improvement with the ProPride 3P.

[lencoleman]

I have a 2600RB, towed it last year with a 2020 F150 3.5 Max, same 1600 payload as yours. Used an Equalizer and had terrible sway across AZ and New Mexico. I had to get a new F150, so now have a 2021 3.5 EB, max tow, 600 payload. Put a Propride on in March of this year, 3 trips and 2500 miles later I can say it was worth the investment. No Sway and hitching up is a breeze, much easier. I have the V2 jacks on the way, I dont know if they will make any difference but most people have liked them. Propride customer service is great and I think they have a try it and if you dont like it send it back at their cost.

[Dave & Robin G]

Rob, I’ve got a 3P and love it. Thankfully haven’t had much experience with customer service, however ProPride has a FaceBook group and there is a lot of activity and helpful members. The jack problem you describe sounds like the u-bolts either didn’t have the shims installed or the bolts weren’t torqued correctly. Only a guess, not judging! I don’t understand what would have bent on the hitch. But sounds like its no longer a problem since you’ve moved to a 5th wheel. Happy camping!

[Dave & Robin G]

I’ve got a P3 and love it. I too, almost choked on the cost. But considering my overall investment in TV & TT, the hitch cost doesn’t seem such a high price to pay when dealing with crosswinds and semi’s. My TV is a 2016 Expedition and my TT is a 2600RB. The P3 was worth it just for how much more relaxed I am driving with it than without it. I can’t compare it to anything else because I installed it as soon as I got the TT. Whatever your decision, enjoy and safe travels!!

[Russ Coble]

You need the ProPride Lot Bar and Locking Plate. https://store.propridehitch.com/prop...locking-plate/

I install this on my ProPride 3P hitch when storing or when I drop off at dealer for maintenance. Very easy to install/uninstall....just 2 bolts. Goes on in 5-10 minutes...same to remove.

[Oldcow]

Just checked the price of the PP. Wow.

Oldcow

[Bruce and LaDaun]

I had terrible sway problems with my 2600 RB towing it with a F350. I installed a Fastway E2 weight distributing anti sway hitch. Works great and the sway is gone. Fairly priced also.

[mbergthold]

After white knuckle experiences even with best Reese in 2000, we got a Hensley. Just bought our 2nd, they have remanufactured units for just over $2k. We let our 1st one go w/a prev TT, thinking we were done with pulls. Pulled a 25’ Nash w/2019 Ranger - wind blew drivers outside mirror into the window 2x, but no sway from trailer.

[BeerBrewer]

After white knuckle experiences even with best Reese in 2000, we got a Hensley. Just bought our 2nd, they have remanufactured units for just over $2k. We let our 1st one go w/a prev TT, thinking we were done with pulls. Pulled a 25’ Nash w/2019 Ranger - wind blew drivers outside mirror into the window 2x, but no sway from trailer.

We also tow with a remanufactured Hensley Arrow also just over $2K and have not had any issues. The Hensley Arrow and the ProPride 3P are very similar and were both designed by Jim Hensley. We also use the Hensley Hitch helper ($35) which makes hitching up a lot easier. With it you can move the nose of the trailer 6 inches in either direction, so you don't have to perfect when backing into the hitch. In my opinion both hitches are worth the expense.