The Equal-i-zer Sway Bracket Jacket (part 14-2634, formerly referenced as 95-01-5150) is a simple, low-cost upgrade that slips over your hitch L-brackets to eliminate metal-on-metal contact noise and reduce long-term wear. If your Equal-i-zer hitch has started to squeak, rattle, or grind at the bracket interface, this injection-molded nylon sleeve is the fix. Fits all 6,000 lb through 14,000 lb Equal-i-zer hitch models. Sold as a 2-pack -- one jacket for each L-bracket.
The L-brackets on an Equal-i-zer 4-point sway control hitch work hard every mile. They pivot and flex to transfer weight and resist trailer sway, which means there is constant motion and friction between the bracket and the head casting. Over time, that friction creates noise and wears down the contact surfaces. The Sway Bracket Jacket wraps that interface in high-density nylon, acting as a buffer between the two steel components.
Installation is straightforward -- slide each jacket over the corresponding L-bracket before reinstalling the brackets in the hitch head. No tools, no drilling, no modifications required. The snug injection-molded fit keeps the jackets in position during normal operation.
Eliminates metal-on-metal contact between the L-bracket and hitch head casting, quieting squeaks and rattles during towing.
High-density nylon absorbs friction and shields the steel L-bracket surfaces from accelerated wear over thousands of towing miles.
Slides directly onto the L-bracket -- no tools required. Injection-molded for consistent fit across all compatible 6K-14K hitch models.
One jacket for each L-bracket. Complete set to address both sides of the hitch in a single purchase.
The Equal-i-zer is a 4-point sway control weight distribution hitch. Unlike traditional round-bar hitches that require a separate friction sway control bar, the Equal-i-zer integrates sway resistance directly into the head unit through a pair of steel L-brackets. These brackets attach to the spring bars and pivot within the head casting to simultaneously distribute tongue weight and resist side-to-side trailer movement.
Because the L-brackets are in constant motion relative to the casting -- especially on rough roads or during cornering -- the contact zone is subject to significant wear. The Sway Bracket Jacket creates a nylon wear surface at that contact point, preserving the geometry of both the bracket and the head casting over the long term.
This jacket is engineered to fit the specific geometry of Equal-i-zer L-brackets used on 6K, 8K, 10K, 12K, and 14K hitch models. It is not a generic pad or universal fit -- the injection-molded shape matches the bracket profile for a secure, rattle-free fit.
Equal-i-zer cautions that using the Sway Bracket Jacket -- or any grease-type lubricant on the L-bracket contact zone -- may reduce sway control performance by a small degree. The friction at this interface contributes to the hitch's 4-point sway resistance. Adding a nylon buffer reduces that friction slightly. For the vast majority of towing applications this trade-off is acceptable, but it is worth understanding before installation.
Like any wear component, the Sway Bracket Jacket should be inspected periodically. Check the jacket for cracking, thinning, or deformation at your regular hitch service intervals. Replacing worn jackets before the nylon is fully worn through prevents metal-to-metal contact from resuming and protects the more expensive L-bracket and head casting components.
Inspect the Sway Bracket Jackets whenever you remove your spring bars for storage or at the start of each towing season. A worn or cracked jacket takes about two minutes to swap out and costs far less than replacing an L-bracket or hitch head.
Your Equal-i-zer hitch model and rating are typically stamped or labeled on the head casting. Models rated 6K through 14K use the same L-bracket profile and are compatible with this jacket. If you are unsure of your model, check the label on the hitch head or the original purchase documentation.
Customers replacing Sway Bracket Jackets often also inspect or replace their Equal-i-zer spring bar chains, L-brackets, and hitch head socket liners as part of a full hitch service. Keeping all wear components in good condition ensures consistent weight distribution and sway control performance.