Weight Distribution for a 2012 Ford Expedition and 29 Foot, 6K Dry Travel Trailer

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Hello, we just purchased a 29foot TT, just under 6000lbs dry. Were pulling it behind a 2012 ford expedition which has a tow capacity of 9200lbs. Were trying to decide on a hitch. Some have suggested the Equalizer 4 point hitch with sway control which has a maximum weight of 10,000lbs or some other dual cam system with sway control. Is the equalizer hitch above too big and if so how will it affect our towing?! We just want the safest hitch option as were not pulling with a big diesel. Thanks.

asked by: Charlene

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To choose a weight distribution system you will need to go by the total tongue weight of the set up. This is calculated by taking the tongue weight of the trailer, when loaded and ready to tow, and adding to that the weight of anything loaded behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle.

The dry weight of 6,000 pounds helps but we really need to know the weight of the trailer when loaded and ready to tow. You will likely be in the 600 to 1,200 pound tongue weight range.

Equal-I-Zer brand systems work just fine and are popular but I find that the Reese Strait-Line systems with dual-cam sway control are superior in terms of preventing sway from even starting. If you are in the 600 to 1,200 pound tongue weight range then I recommend # RP66084 which is a dual-cam system.

The included shank has a max rise of 6-1/2 inches and max drop of 1-1/4 inches. Other shanks are available separately if more rise or drop is needed. You will need to add a properly sized ball to this system. Use # 19286 for a 2-5/16 inch ball. I have included some helpful links on determining tongue weight and on weight distribution for you.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

Hey Vernon, great to hear from you again! For your trailer that has a GVWR of 11,295 lbs I actually recommend stepping up one level and going with the 18.5K #WS49MR which has the same 6" drop and fits a 2-1/2" hitch receiver like the 12.5K…

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Answer 2

Hello Tom, Thank you so much for the detailed information, especially having the Cat Scale weight so we know how your weight is distributed. I wish every customer was as thorough as you are. I really like the Equal-i-zer system that you have been…

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Answer 3

Hey Scott, thanks for reaching out! I don't have the exact height of that bracket, but the bolt from the Equal-i-zer #EQ64FR that sits on top of the trailer frame is 5/8" in and of itself so you're looking at around 1-1/4" at the…

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Answer 4

Hey Vernon, thanks for reaching out and providing all of the details! It sounds like you have the 10K Electric Ground Control TT Automatic 5-Point Travel Trailer Leveling System #LC672136 which will work just fine with the B&W Continuum #BW28FR.…

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Hey Andrew, the Fastway e2 system part #FA92-00-0800 would be a great option for a weight distribution system and sway control for your 2022 Forest River Cherokee Alpha that has a 720 lb tongue weight. Have you used WD systems before?

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Answer 6

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 7

I would recommend that Blue Ox TrackPro #BLU77FR simply because it does not have lift chains like the SwayPro #BXW1006. Both will do a great job but the TrackPro will have a little less movement because of the absence of drop chains. Blue Ox is a…

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You will be able to back up with the Reese Pro Round Bar Weight Distribution item #RE34FR set up. It may be a lot easier to remove the springbars from the weight distribution system first but it isn't necessary. You won't have any issues with…

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Answer 9

I think you'll need to go up a level in weight rating for your 5,000 lb GVWR Airstream travel trailer. The reason being the Reese Pro Round Bar Weight Distribution #RE34FR is for loaded tongue weights between 200 lbs and 600 lbs. I assume the 520…

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