Recommended Weight Distribution System for a 5,400 lbs 2012 Lance 1685 Travel Trailer

Updated 07/22/2025 | Published 07/15/2025

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Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control - Trunnion - 8,000 lbs GTW, 800 lbs TW

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2" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 10,000

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2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 15,000 lbs

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Question:

Hello. I have a 2012 Lance1685 travel trailer. Which sway bar model do you recommend? Thanks.

asked by: David J

Expert Reply:

Hey David. For your 2012 Lance 1685 Travel Trailer, I recommend the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control item # FA92-00-0800. Your Lance 1685 tops out at 5,400 lbs so this should put your tongue weight around 540 lbs - 810 lbs depending on how you load up your trailer. The Fastway e2 works with tongue weights between 400 lbs - 800 lbs.

The Fastway e2 has built in sway control that will keep your trailer in line with your tow vehicle when you're going down the highway. It's great for sudden lane changes, getting passed by a semi, or windy conditions. The sway control brackets attach 27" - 30" back from the center of the coupler. A 2" shank is included but not a hitch ball. Depending on your coupler size you will either need a 2" Hitch Ball item # A-90 or a 2-5/16" hitch ball item # C40030.

What tow vehicle are you using to haul your Lance trailer?

expert reply by: Jerred H

David

7/21/2025

My tow vehicle is a 2014 Ford F-150 with a 5 liter engine.

Jerred H.

7/22/2025

@David Thanks for the additional information. The shank included with the Fastway e2 item # FA92-00-0800 will definitely be the right size for your truck.

David J.

7/22/2025

@JerredH Ok. How do I order it?

Jerred H.

7/22/2025

@DavidJ You'll want to click on the item # FA92-00-0800 link. Go to the right hand side of the product page and select add to cart. Then go to the cart in the top right corner and follow the checkout instructions.