Airstream Classic Trailer 25' 2005, Owner'S Manual

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AIRSTREAM CLASSIC TRAILER
B-11
The hitch ball should be level to slightly higher. Readjust leveling bars until this condition
is correct by increasing or decreasing the length the chain engaged in “A” frame saddle
bracket (Figure 5). Short chain raises hitch ball, longer chain lowers it. A level condition
will result in the best balance for towing and steering control as the weight-equalizing hitch
distributes the hitch load.
A low hitch ball increases tail w
tendencies by lowering the nose of th
trailer, thus changing the center of
support for the trailer and reducing
the weight on the four wheels of t
tow vehicle. With proper hitch
installation and hitching up, the bar
should have a noticeable amount of
the deflection or bending. A little
practice with your rig will teac
you how far to pull the bar; yo
may wish to mark the chain
links that match your rig.
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lways choose level ground for A
checking correct hookup.