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Weight Distribution for a 1991 GMC Suburban Towing a Camper

Question:

I have a 91 GMC 1500 Suburban. My Trailer weight 19camper is 5,000lb What weight distribution system do you recommend for my application?

asked by: Paul

Expert Reply:

I would be happy to answer you questions regarding weight distribution. How much is your Suburban rated to tow? Can you clarify what you mean by "19camper is 5,000lb "; does the trailer fully loaded weigh 5,000 lbs? What is the tongue weight?

expert reply by: Heather

Question:

My camper is a 19 foot Prowler. Decal on trailer states GTW 5000. TW is unknown. Thank you

asked by: Paul

Expert Reply:

The trailer tongue weight is typically 10% of it's total weight so based on the information you provided it sounds like a weight distribution for 500 - 600 lbs tongue weight would be the best fit. We offer these in round bar and trunnion styles:
Draw-Tite Round Bar Weight Distribution Trailer Hitch Kit - 550 lbs. TW
Reese High Performace Trunnion System 600 lbs. TW / 10,000 lbs. GTW
For additional sway control the High Performance SC style from Reese is suggested:
High Performance Reese SC Weight Distribution System, 600 lbs. TW / 10,000 lbs. GTW

expert reply by: Heather


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