Recommended Weight Distribution and Sway Hitch for a 2022 Forest River Rockwood Mini Lite 2516S

Updated 03/02/2022 | Published 02/28/2022

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1-7/8" 12pt Shallow Socket - 3/4" Drive - Chromium-Vanadium Steel

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Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank - 2-1/2" Hitch - 7" Rise, 3" Drop

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Question:

I have a 2022 Forest River Rockwood Mini lite 2516s, 25ft 10inch factory 6049lbs hitch weight 772lbs ccc is 1723lbs it has 2 30gal propane tanks and 2 batteries for 1 box. I have a 2022 chevy Silverado 2500HD 6.6l gas crew cab standard box. I am going to add my own battery lock box. I have a lithium battery 300ah battery for camping and Agm battery for when driving i will have a switch to change out usage, both batteries over 110lbs. this is my first travel trailer. what weight should I get for weight distribution and sway bar? 800LBS or 1000LBS

asked by: Paul

Expert Reply:

For your 2022 Forest River Rockwood Mini Lite 2516S I am going to recommend the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution w/ 4-Point Sway Control # EQ37121ET. This hitch is rated for tongue weights of 800-1,200lbs and a maximum trailer weight of 12,000lbs. With the dry tongue weight being 772lbs by the time you add the 60lbs of propane and your 110lbs of batteries you are already up to 942lbs before you add anything into the front storage or kitchen area.

You will want the Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank # EQ90-02-4700 to fit the 2-1/2" receiver on your 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500.

A 1-7/8" 12pt Thin Walled Socket # ALL643216 is going to be needed to install the included 2-5/16" hitch ball.

expert reply by: Bud M