It looks like the hitch has some type of assembly that protrudes upward behind the propane bottles. Is that true?
Yes, there is an assembly that protrudes upward behind the propane bottles.

In Trailer Life's What's New section the hitch is described as not requiring removal from the trailer during nonuse. How does the hitch mount such that it is reasonably theft proof?
The hitch is a permanent mount that needs a padlock on the coupler.

Is the sway dampening feature as functional as the friction brake type used with Easy Lift and others?
Blue Ox offers a friction sway control arm as an accessory, however tests prove the design of the hitch alone reduces sway more than a conventional weight distribution hitch with sway control. Thus, Blue Ox feels the consumer try the hitch alone and find no additional sway control is needed. I don’t know that it’s MORE than conventional WITH sway control. Might be more than a conventional WITHOUT sway control.

Is the weight distribution function of the hitch adjustable for differing loads or trailer heights?
Yes the weight distribution function of the hitch is adjustable for differing loads or trailer heights. It provides for any height or weight. MOST any height and most common weights.

What is the warranty on the assembly?
The weight distribution hitch carries a limited lifetime warranty to the first purchaser.

Is the hitch assembly able to be installed and maintained by the owner?
Yes, the hitch assembly is able to be installed and maintained by the owner.

What is the cost of the complete hitch assembly?
The retail pricing of the hitch is $1495.00, $1595.00 and $1695.00 depending on the tongue weight.

Can it be used on all conventional travel trailers?
The Blue Ox Weight Distribution Hitch can be used on 90% of all model trailers.