Question Trailer Sway

[SLSFlady]

We are having trailer sway. 2021 Dodge Ram with 2020 Montana High Country 5th Wheel. Had a garage tell us today we need air bags, anybody else have this problem? At the point I don’t want to pull it until I find solution.

 

[Rosy]

I don't know a ton about air bags but it's my understanding that they won't help with sway.

 

[SLSFlady]

I don't know a ton about air bags but it's my understanding that they won't help with sway.

Thank you, wish we could figure out what the problem is and what helps!

 

[SLSFlady]

Thank you, wish we could figure out what the problem is and what helps!

 

[John&Andrea]

How does the weight of the trailer match up to the tow capacity of the truck? When we had a fifth wheel I added an extra leaf spring. The rig towed great, with out the weight the truck rode like a wagon. The truck was not my daily driver so we kept the spring. The truck was mainly for towing so I figured I had it set up to do that well. Best of luck figuring it out.

I will add we have air bags on our MH today and they do help with sway. You need the correct pressure. Now I do not know if you will have the same results on a truck and 5th.

 

[Joe Hogan]

You might want to check the weight and its distribution of the 5th wheel. Too light pin weight will cause sway.

Common Causes for 5th Wheel Trailer Sway | etrailer.com

Common Causes for 5th Wheel Trailer Sway

www.etrailer.com

 

[jaydee325]

Need more info. What model Dodge Ram? What is its towing capacity and payload capacity? What model trailer and what is it's GVWR?

I see the lightest Montana fifth wheel weighs north of 11,000 lbs empty. You need a 3/4 ton or better truck that has the capability to tow that much weight.