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Using Too Big of a Weight Distribution System with a 2009 Trail Sport

Question:

purchased a 2009 Trail Sport TSE191 UVW of 3100#, 324#TW. I have an option to buy 1200#/12000# Dual Cam system. Will this work for my application?? From reading on your site I get the feeling it will work but offer a stiffer ride, would that be correct?

asked by: Jonathan


Expert Reply:

You are correct in assuming the Dual Cam System will give you at the very least a stiffer ride, but the system may prove to be ineffective as well. It is very important to match the weight distribution system tongue weight (TW) to your specific application. For instance, using spring bars with a higher TW capacity than a trailer calls for can lead to erratic weight distributing performance.

I would recommend item # RP66041, the 350 Mini Weight Distribution if you have an a-frame trailer. If you have a pole tongue trailer, I would recommend item # RP66071, the Single Bar Weight Distribution. Either of these options would be a better fit for your particular needs since you should always try to keep the TW near 10-15 percent of the Gross Total Weight.

I have provided links to these products for you along with a FAQ on weight distribution to assist you with your product search.

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Products Referenced in This Question

Reese 350 Mini-Lite Weight Distribution System w Sway Control for Fleetwood/Coleman Trailers


Reese 350 Mini-Lite Weight Distribution System w Sway Control for Fleetwood/Coleman Trailers

RP66041

Retail: $590.79

Price:  $424.95

Product Summary:

WD With Sway Control
Electric Brake Compatible
Surge Brake Compatible
Friction Sway Control
100 - 350 lbs TW
Trunnion Bars

Product Specs:

Fits 2 Inch Hitch
Light Duty
Up to 3500 lbs GTW


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Reese Light-Duty Weight Distribution System - Pole Tongue - 4,000 lbs GTW, 400 TW


Reese Light-Duty Weight Distribution System - Pole Tongue - 4,000 lbs GTW, 400 TW

RP66071

Retail: $510.06

Price:  $369.95

Product Summary:

WD Only
Electric Brake Compatible
100 - 400 lbs TW
Round Bars

Product Specs:

Fits 2 Inch Hitch
Light Duty
Up to 4000 lbs GTW


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Strait-Line Weight Distribution w Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 12,000 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW


Strait-Line Weight Distribution w Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 12,000 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW

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RP66074

Retail: $818.41

Price:  $544.45

Product Summary:

WD With Sway Control
Electric Brake Compatible
Dual Cam Sway Control
600 - 1200 lbs TW
Trunnion Bars

Product Specs:

Fits 2 Inch Hitch
Heavy Duty
Up to 12000 lbs GTW


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