Question:
I have 8.5x20 FT. V nose Car hauling trailer with a 10,400 lbs capasity i will be hauling various loads in it. it is a tandem axel with an empty weight of 3,500 lbs . I would like to use sway control system on it. What is your suggestion? i pull it with a 2009 Silverado 1500 with the heavy duty trailer package
asked by: Bill R
Expert Reply:
I would plan for the maximum load possible, 10,400 pounds. Tongue weight is approximated as 10-15 percent of gross trailer weight, 1040-1560 pounds in this case. We have a couple of weight distribution with sway control systems that will handle a tongue weight range of 800-1500 pounds, part # RP66157. These systems use a friction sway control system.
If you can keep the tongue weight under 1200 pounds, you can use a weight distribution system with the better performing dual-cam sway control system like part # RP66088. This WD system has a lesser weight capacity, but the dual-cam sway control out performs the friction style as used in the RP66157. The friction sway control systems respond to sway once it has started and works to correct it. The dual-cam is a pro-active system that prevents sway from happening in the first place.
expert reply by: Patrick B
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Products Referenced in This Question
Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w Sway Control - Round Bar - 12,000 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW
Product Summary:
WD With Sway Control
Electric Brake Compatible
700 lbs
800 lbs
900 lbs
1000 lbs
1100 lbs
Dual Cam
Round Bars
Product Specs:
Fits 2 Inch Hitch
Includes Shank
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Reese SC Weight Distribution w Sway Control - Trunnion - 15,000 lbs GTW, 1,500 lbs TW
Product Summary:
WD With Sway Control
Electric Brake Compatible
Surge Brake Compatible
900 lbs
1000 lbs
1100 lbs
1200 lbs
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1400 lbs
2-Point Friction
Trunnion-Style Bars
Product Specs:
Fits 2 Inch Hitch
Includes Shank
Up to 15000 lbs GTW
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Reese Dual Cam High-Performance Sway Control
Product Summary:
Sway Control Only
Electric Brake Compatible
Dual Cam
Product Specs:
Shank Not Included
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