Is this right for you? Product Expert Lindsey S says:
Yes, if you:
Have a trailer with 600 lbs – 1,000 lbs of tongue weight that experiences sway from time to time
Don't want to have to go through the hassle of disconnecting anything to back your rig up or to tow in the rain
Have a lifted truck and won't be able to use the standard shank that typically comes with these hitches
No, if you:
Have a significant amount of sway on a regular basis and need something that can really hold your trailer in line
Hate noise - the steel on steel brackets can create a racket, especially during turns
Have a van or low-riding car that requires more ground clearance than you can get with round bars
Two points of steel-on-steel friction work to prevent and correct trailer sway in this weight distribution system. Sway control brackets help to ensure that your trailer stays in line with your tow vehicle. Adjustable shank sold separately. Lowest Prices for the best weight distribution hitch from Fastway. Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control - Round - 10,000 lbs GTW - Without Shank part number FA94-00-1033 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 800-298-1624 for expert service.
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Fastway Weight Distribution Hitch
- FA94-00-1033
700 lbs
800 lbs
900 lbs
Fastway
WD With Sway Control
Fits 2 Inch Hitch
Allows Backing Up
Shank Not Included
Reduces Sway
Electric Brake Compatible
Surge Brake Compatible
2-Point
Two points of steel-on-steel friction work to prevent and correct trailer sway in this weight distribution system. Sway control brackets help to ensure that your trailer stays in line with your tow vehicle. Adjustable shank sold separately.
Features:
Evenly distributes weight over axles of tow vehicle and trailer for stability and control
Creates a level ride for both tow vehicle and trailer
Integrated 2-Point Sway Control limits side-to-side movement
Brackets keep spring bars in place for a rigid system that holds trailer in line
Steel-on-steel friction helps to minimize sway caused by winds or sudden maneuvers
No lift chains - eliminate unwanted movement
Unique design makes system compatible with surge-type brake actuators
Round spring bars flex for a controlled, even ride
No-drill, clamp-on brackets can be adjusted along the trailer frame
Accommodates frame-mounted items such as gas tanks, battery boxes, toolboxes, or generators
Desired tilt is achieved with traditional washer design
Add or remove washers from spacer rivet to tilt head up or down
Powder coated steel construction is durable and corrosion resistant
Snap-up lever eases installation by reducing lifting required by trailer jack
System includes head assembly, spring bars, sway control brackets, lift handle, pin and clip, and all necessary hardware
Hitch ball sold separately - requires 1-1/4" diameter shank
Specs:
Tongue weight: 600 lbs - 1,000 lbs
Gross towing weight: 10,000 lbs
Fits: 2" x 2" trailer hitch receivers rated for use with weight distribution systems
Sway control bracket positioning: 24" - 27" back from center of coupler
Maximum trailer frame height: 6"
10-Year warranty
Included w/ System
Required - Sold Separately
Optional Add-Ons
Weight Distribution Head
2 Sway Control Brackets
2 Spring Bars
Snap-up Lever
Spacer Rivet and Washers
Necessary Installation Hardware
Adjustable Shank
Hitch Ball w/ 1-1/4" Diameter Shank
Thin Walled Socket for Installation of Hitch Ball
Create a more stable ride for your tow vehicle and trailer with a weight-distribution hitch. Adding spring bars to your towing system applies leverage, which transfers the load that is pushing down on the rear of your vehicle to all the axles on both your tow vehicle and your trailer, resulting in an even distribution of weight throughout. The result is a smooth, level ride, as well as the ability to tow the maximum capacity of your hitch.
Selecting a Weight-Distribution System
The tongue weight rating is the most important factor in determining which size weight-distribution system you should use. If the bars of the system you choose are rated too high for your setup, they will create a rigid ride, which can result in a bouncing trailer. If, on the other hand, the bars are not rated high enough, the system will be unable to properly distribute the weight, rendering it virtually useless.
To determine the proper weight rating for a weight-distribution system, you must first determine your trailer's tongue weight. Then add to that the weight of the cargo behind the rear axle of your tow vehicle. These two measurements make up the tongue weight rating for a weight-distribution system.
Fastway e2 Sway Control
The two points of sway control within the e2 are created by the steel-on-steel friction that occurs when the spring bars slide within the L-brackets that are mounted on the trailer tongue. Most traditional weight-distribution systems have spring bars that are suspended by chains. Although this ensures that the system is not so rigid as to create bounce in the trailer, it also allows a good deal of side-to-side play in the system.
The direct friction that is applied to the spring bars in the e2 system helps to stop sway once it has begun. The concept is similar to the way in which an add-on friction sway control device functions. When each spring bar moves forward or backward, or side to side, it rubs along the bracket, creating friction. The resistance created by this action limits the movement of the spring bar, thus preventing further side-to-side movement of the trailer.
Most add-on units feature some sort of friction material similar to that used in automotive brakes. But the e2 uses direct steel-on-steel contact to create resistance. This is the same sort of friction that is used with locomotives that pull loaded railcars weighing tons. No additional materials are needed. The steel will outlast any of those other materials, providing an extremely durable, functional sway-control system.
94-00-1033 Fast Way e2 Weight-Distribution Hitch - Round Bar - 10K
Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control - Round - 10,000 lbs GTW - Without Shank - FA94-00-1033
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (406 Customer Reviews)
Two points of steel-on-steel friction work to prevent and correct trailer sway in this weight distribution system. Sway control brackets help to ensure that your trailer stays in line with your tow vehicle. Adjustable shank sold separately.
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by: Steve S.08/09/2019
I tried to buy a weight distribution hitch from mail order company and they sent me the wrong one twice. Twice. I shipped them both back (Pain in the butt) and ordered it from you guys for $15 more. It came not only Free Shipping, but correct and in two days!
You have me hooked!
Thanks! (I'm going on vacation with my family and needed this leveling hitch!)
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I love it! I have owned 3 or 4 other leveling hitches in the last 20 years and this is the best one I have ever had. Easy to hook up and works like a charm!
Steve S - 08/10/2020
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by: Mike D03/31/2019
Great for safe towing! Use this on my flat bed racecar hauler, about 6k# total and my 1/2 ton Yukon feels like a 3/4 ton. Follow directions to setup properly and it feels great. Note that I had to put the car a few inches rearward after the hitch because of how it distributes the weight. Also for GM vehicles with stabilitrak, Puch the button and release once to turn off traction control, then hold it down until stabilitrak turns off or else it will disable itself and bark at you for half a dozen drives after the hitch is removed.
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by: Richard10/23/2019
Seems to work great. Have done a trial tow around the neighborhood. True test will be a real trip out of town.
Was pretty easy to set up. Do not tighten the mounting bolts to shank until after the setup height, angles, etc are set. The lock tight material in those belts makes is REALLY hard to undo them if you need to.
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by: Ryan02/16/2019
I have had this hitch/weight distribution setup for a year now and I am very pleased. The trailer hookup is a simple process and the trailer is level. The built in sway control seems to be doing the trick, no issues. I am pulling a 29' Nash 25c with a GVW of 8500 lbs with a 2012 Tundra Crewmax.
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by: Richard05/20/2021
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by: Dallas06/02/2019
Bought this for a 4th Gen Ram 2500, to use with our travel trailer. I liked that i had to purchase the hitch shank separately, due to most WD hitches, dont come with the proper shank for taller trucks anyway. This is a great product, and was easy to install. Definitely helped with the sway. We didnt have much sag to start, due to the heavier truck. It did also take the small sag we had out completely. I would purchase again if needed.
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by: Lance S.04/07/2018
Got the hitch in 2 days, installed it via instructions and a few videos. No problems, works as advertised, usual awesomeness from etrailer.
Installed it on a 5K pound 27 foot travel trailer, hitch weight 550... towing with '07 Tundra, 5.7L, pulls like a champ.
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by: Paul02/15/2021
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by: Ryan05/18/2018
Everything works great. As always etrailer ships quickly and answers all your questions
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by: Tony11/12/2019
My tow vehicle is a 93 Fullsize Bronco.Setup on my 20 foot JayFlight.Don't even know it's there.Very pleased.
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by: Benji09/14/2018
Looks to be well built. Delivery was quick. I would buy a 2nd one if I ever needed it.
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by: J. Cassidy01/14/2021
Review from a similar e2 in Weight Distribution Hitch
Easy to install and use. I'm new to trailering, so I don't have much to compare this to, however the trailer doesn't sway, tows straight, and the weight distribution made ALL the difference in my towing capabilities and confidence. (2000 modified Toyota Tundra V8 with 2018 Jayco Jay Feather X213).
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Review from a similar e2 in Weight Distribution Hitch
Installed the Fastway E2 hitch on an 2019 F150 to tow a 19 ft travel trailer (E-Pro 19FD) which has 480 ibs tongue weight, trailer loaded is about 3800 lbs. I towed a few trips without a WDH and there was an annoying "bounce" or teetering at the hitch point (on roads that were not perfectly smooth) and a small amount of sway at highway speeds. I Just finished testing and the hitch reduced the bounce and sway and improved overall handling. I did have a problem with the UPS delivery and Nicol T at etrailer immediately got it straightened out and I called customer support with an install question and they were also excellent. My truck already had the timbrem SES rear suspension kit and I needed to know if that changed the install process (since the bed of the truck will not go down once the bumpers is on the axel - about 1 inch). Anyone installing this hitch - watch the install video along with the instruction manual...
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Review from a similar e2 in Weight Distribution Hitch
The solution to dangerous issues. This system resolved many of my towing issues. I tow a food trailer. The hitch sagged and the lowered hitch raised the front end of my SUV. I also experienced sway and buffeting when tractor-trailers passed. Windy, wet nights and big trucks were white-knuckle drives. NO MORE.
Nobody does it better than etrailer! They answer their phone! They are truly knowledgeable about their products and care about their clients. My first call directed me to my precise options. I ordered it on-line and it arrived a day ahead of schedule. I watched their exceptional installation video three times before attempting installation. This is what sets ET apart. They did not have one video - they had two - one for a truck and one for an SUV / VAN. What was not covered in the videos was only a call away. PAY ATTENTION HERE: The rig uses a set of stacked-washers to adjust the "angle" of the hitch ball. The more washers you use - the greater the angle and the higher the tension of the torsion bar. If you begin with too many washers, you may find that after you use the provided torsion bar installer (a variant on a crow-bar) to install your torsion/control-bars. YOU MAY NOT BE ABLE TO GET THE BARS BACK OFF! That was my case. And if you cannot get the bars off - you cannot remove the tow vehicle. I had no idea how to release all of that pressure without potentially hurting myself. Ugh. ONE CALL - THAT'S ALL! A quick call to ET. The rep understood my problem but he also understood that mine was a dangerous issue and sought additional help internally. He came back with "...this is going to sound odd but trust me. Chock your wheels. Raise your tow vehicle from the center of the tow bar until you raise your rear wheels off of the ground and until you can move the bars manually (a light tap with a hammer is a good indicator as to whether you have relieved enough pressure by raising the tow vehicle). When you can swing the bars manually - swing them out and away from the trailer and if you swing them far enough toward the tow vehicle, they will simply fall out of their socket. (There is also a release tab you can pull out - but I prefer this method.) It WORKED!
Adjusting this type of system can be an arduous task that is well worth the effort and no company does a better job of selling, educating and servicing than ET. My local tow shop wanted to install a "chain" system without sway control and when I asked him what he thought of the "bar" systems - he said, "...hmm, I've never seen those before". Go with the experts and your own mechanical expertise. ET has your back.
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A year out and still working perfectly! White knuckle drives are a thing of the past. No more sway or buffeting by passing big rigs!
James F - 12/31/2019
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by: Bret02/18/2020
Review from a similar e2 in Weight Distribution Hitch
I communicated a few times with Miranda in Customer Service, during and after my purchase. Miranda was helpful, knowledgeable and quick to respond!! The product seems well made and pretty easy to install with the exception of high torque requirements on two bolts and trailer ball. I'd give the install instructions a 4 STAR rating. The install of the spacer washers concerning the "head pitch" are vague with no picture. I referred to a Video for clarification on the install.
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I just sold my 2020, 20ft Toyhauler, after one year and only about 6 trips. Thanks COVID! I’ve never towed anything the size of a camper and would highly recommend the E2 assembly! The E2 makes the camper feel like a continuation of my RAM 1500 V6. Lots of back roads and mountain towing and always in control! Only concern, when I removed the E2 tongue brackets when i sold the camper last month, one of the four factory nuts and bracket was a little loose? Picking up new 2021 Transcend next weekend!
Bret - 02/19/2021
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by: dt02/10/2021
Review from a similar e2 in Weight Distribution Hitch
Easy to install, set up, and works beautifully every time. Truck drives better and feels more solid/grounded fully loaded with this system than it does alone (even better than pulling the old pop-up trailer)! Never get that push/pull of the trailer again!
During initial installation, I didn't have a loaded trailer or truck, so made some educated guesses on bracket and hitch heights. Took 1.5hrs doing it myself (including taking measurements, etc). On our first camping trip, with the trailer fully loaded and all 6 people and gear in the truck, I needed to raise the tongue brackets one hole, which took 10min. Since then it has never needed adjustment and every time I use it I'm thankful for how easy it is to set up and dead useful it is.
Lastly, the included shank was too short for my truck/trailer combo (needed an additional 1" of drop), so purchased a longer one at the same time.
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2007 Ford Expedition EL Eddie Bauer 4WD pulling a 2004 21' R-Vision Trail-Lite Hybrid Trailer
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by: Frank06/05/2021
Review from a similar e2 in Weight Distribution Hitch
There is consistently more pressure on the road side of the hitch regardless of which torsion bar we put on that side, so I’m inclined to think that the engineering of the hitch may be off slightly. We do get some sway when being passed by another vehicle, but that is manageable.
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by: Larry B08/02/2019
Review from a similar e2 in Weight Distribution Hitch
I ordered the WDH after trying towing with just a sway bar for our Honda Pilot - Airstream Sport22. Once setup the rig now tows level and is quite a bit more stable.
The hitch is very well constructed and the directions were fairly easy to follow, I decided to flip the link plate even though the coupler was top mounted it was located at the bottom of the A -frame. Per the directions you will need to retorque the fasteners, I did this after a couple of short trips 10-25 miles. After an 825 mile trip only the angle set bolt needed a little more tightening.
One thing to note, the hitch does include a bushing for a 1" ball shaft.
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The WDH is working out nicely, we have gone on 6 trips. I would recommend using it.
Larry B - 08/20/2020
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by: Dennis05/13/2021
Review from a similar e2 in Weight Distribution Hitch
Love this WDH! It works great and came with easy to understand instructions on how to configure it for my tow vehicle and trailer. A hitch pin was bent in shipping and customer service replaced it quickly, no questions asked. I would definitely buy from etrailer.com again.
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by: Bob R03/05/2021
Review from a similar e2 in Weight Distribution Hitch
An excellent weight distribution hitch for our 22' 5,500 lb travel trailer. Coupled to our GMC 1500 truck, the distribution hitch prevents sway and keeps our headlamps aimed on the road at night rather than spotting owls in the trees;)
Though there is a pry tool to assist in lifting the sway bars onto their receivers, I find the process of installation and removal is greatly improved if one keeps the ball hitch latched and raising the travel trailer (using its jack) several inches to unload the sway bars. Once the bars are engaged/disengaged, the trailer can be lowered and you're on your way.
Lastly, for the good folks at etrailer, packaging of the product could be better as this arrived at my door, box torn open and bars protruding. Fortunately, all the parts of this comprehensive kit were still there!
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by: Jeremy01/10/2021
Review from a similar e2 in Weight Distribution Hitch
2015 Chevy Equinox, 3.6 LTZ, AWD. Install was simple just followed the steps. Leveling the vehicle out was a process and I couldn’t find the middle for the front suspension. It was either extremely under / over adjusted or right where the suspension started without a load on it. I decided to leave the adjustment with the front fender at its initial position while using the weight distribution. The vehicle and trailer were both level, I’m pulling a 17BH Coachman Clipper dry 2900lbs. I drove an hour to the camp ground with no sway or excessive suspension play. Same drive back in the rain/sleet no issues at all up to 75MPH.
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by: Good Hitch For The Money06/08/2020
Review from a similar e2 in Weight Distribution Hitch
This hitch has been performing very well! It was pretty easy to install (once you understand the concept of weight-distribution). It does exactly what you’d expect and the quality is good. My only complaint is the metal tabs used to release the bars from the hitch; they are very thin and slippery.
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etrailer service is great and the customer service is awesome. The only gripe is the packaging and is not really etrailers fault. UPS ans Fed Ex beat the living daylights out of thier shipments. I am lucky to have all the parts and the hitch was scratched up pretty bad from the abused shipping. Maybe if the boxes were shrink wrapped they would hold up better in shipment. Very fast shipping and I will be using etrailer in the future!
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by: Mitch B.07/02/2019
Review from a similar e2 in Weight Distribution Hitch
I am very pleased on the performance of our E2 hitch. Being from central Montana, it can be quite windy along the mountains. With a 28 ft camper this was my greatest concern as most of our trips are into the mountains. The hitch leveled out the trailer, distributed the weight and controlled the wind gusts as I had hoped and expected. Jennifer was super helpful when there was an issue with my order online. She took care of the issue and had our hitch on its way.
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I have a very small and light trailer (GAWR 2950 lbs.) so finding the right weight distribution system was a challenge. There were only one or two available. I think I chose this one because it had sway control as part of the WD design and does not have to be disconnected in order to back up. It has worked well for me on 2000 mile and 7000 mile trips. There is one thing however that came up. On two or three occasions, I found after a day of travel that the brackets that attach to the trailer frame had been pulled forward or pushed backward by the friction of the spring bars. I finally realized that when attaching or repositioning them, the bolts need to be much tighter that I originally thought was sufficient to secure them and resist movement. so keep that in mind.
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When towing a trailer that has a gross weight that is over 50 percent of the vehicle's gross weight, a weight distribution system is recommended.
In order to use one weight distribution hitch for both of your trailers (camper and boat), I would go with the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control # FA94-00-1033. This has a tongue weight range of 600-1,000lbs and max towing capacity of 10,000lbs, which makes it the perfect weight distribution system to handle both of your... view full answer...
All of the Curt weight distribution systems come with a shank but for a similar system that does not come with a shank I recommend Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control - Round - 10,000 lbs GTW - Without Shank Item # FA94-00-1033.
Then you could add a 2-1/2 inch shank such as # EQ90-02-4800, or a similar shank. You will also need a ball, # 19286. I have also included some links on determining tongue weight and weight distribution for you. view full answer...
The Fastway e2 Weight Distribution # FA94-00-1033 that you asked about has a ball mount built into it. You will actually just need to get a shank like the Fastway e2 # FA92-02-4315 to connect the Weight Distribution System if you have a 2 inch hitch receiver.
Since the Fastway e2 # FA90-00-1033 has a built-in ball mount, the Weigh Safe 2-Ball Mount # WS10-2 will not fit with it. If you are needing a 2 inch Hitch Ball, I recommend using the Curt # A-90. This will install directly onto... view full answer...
With a trailer weighing 3,820 pounds the tongue weight will be in the neighborhood of 380 to 573 pounds which is 10 to 15 percent of the gross trailer weight. But to that you also need to add in the weight of anything loaded behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. So for example if you had 100 pounds of gear behind the tow vehicle rear axle that would make the tongue weight 480 to 673 pounds.
The minimum tongue weight for the Fastway system, # FA94-00-1033, to be effective is 400 pounds.... view full answer...
The best weight distribution system we have for your 2005 Jayco Jay Feather 23B with cost in mind is the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control part # FA94-00-1033. This system will be perfect for your estimated 600-800 lbs of tongue weight as it is rated for 600-1,000 lbs. If you are slightly under the tongue weight range of this system at any given time then you need not worry but you will not want to go over this. Please note that in addition to the total tongue weight... view full answer...
The great thing about weight distribution systems is that they all use the same shank style so the shanks and systems are interchangeable between brands. So if you have a Curt weight distribution shank currently it will work just fine with the Fastway e2 kit part # FA94-00-1033 that you referenced. view full answer...
We have the replacement round spring bars for the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution System. For the 1,000 lbs tongue weight system, the replacement bar needed is # FA94-02-1099. view full answer...
The minimum recommended tongue weight for the Fastway E2 Weight Distribution system is 400 lbs. This has been confirmed by my Fastway representative.
Fastway offers the same system that includes the weight distributing shank, part # FA94-00-1000. The shank offers a maximum rise of 6-3/8" from top of hitch receiver opening and a maximum drop of 1-5/8" from top of hitch receiver opening. The trailer ball is sold separately as part # A-90 for a 2 inch ball or # 19286 for a 2-5/16 inch ball.
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The best option we have is the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control - Round - 10,000 lbs GTW - Without Shank # FA94-00-1033 which measures 5" from the center of the ball hole to the center of the shank mounting holes, and then using the Convert-A-Ball Cushioned Weight Distribution Shank for 2" Hitches # AMAC1 which measures 6-3/4" from the center of the hitch pin hole to the center of the shank holes.
This option will give you right at 11-3/4" and which is the closest... view full answer...
The Fastway e2 Weight Distribution Item # FA94-00-1033 only comes with one set of bars. If your bars say 800lbs then I would go by the bars. If you plan on carrying more than the 800lbs on your 2017 F-150 you can always add higher rated spring bars like Item # FA94-02-1099 which have a 1000lb tongue capacity. Keep in mind the F-150 max towing capacity is under 12000lbs so you want to make sure you do not exceed the truck maximum towing capacity and payload. view full answer...
Yes you can, the replacement spring bar you need is the part # FA94-02-1099 for the FastWay e2 kit part # FA94-00-1033 you referenced having. For my own personal curiosity did the bar come off while travelling or did you lose it while parked? view full answer...
For your 700 lb tongue weight, the weight distribution system I recommend is the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control - Round - 10,000 lbs GTW - Without Shank # FA94-00-1033. You will also need the 2 inch ball # A-90 or the 2-5/16 inch ball # C40030 ; whichever matches your trailer coupler size. I know you don't need sway control, but this is the best system for your application at the lowest cost, so it simply comes with that benefit.
For a weight distribution... view full answer...
I have another option for you, but since the Uriah Products Aluma-Tow HD8 8" Ball Mount UT625810 you have has the adjustment holes in the shank 1" apart it will not work with the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control - Round - 10,000 lbs GTW - Without Shank # FA94-00-1033 as it requires adjustment holes that are 1-1/4" apart.
Instead I recommend the Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank - 2-1/2" Hitch - 7" Rise, 3" Drop # EQ90-02-4700 which will work perfectly with the # FA94-00-1033... view full answer...
I really like the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution w/ 4-Point Sway Control - No Shank - 10,000 lbs GTW, 1,000 lbs TW part # EQ37101ET. It's operating range is between 600 and 1000 lbs. of tongue weight which will put you right in the sweet spot of the system. It comes without the shank so you can use the Curt Welded Weight Distribution Shank 7" part # C17123 to achieve the drop you need. This will allow for up to 6.25" drop. This system offers excellent sway control as well at 4 points in... view full answer...
Thank you for all that info and we do have the perfect option for your needs, which is a weight distribution hitch for your range of tongue weight. I do highly recommend a hitch with sway control as a friction sway bar really isn't going to do as much to control sway as a hitch with built-in sway control.
For your trailer with a 6,500 lb GVWR, your tongue weight will very likely be in the 700 lb to 900 lb range, and the best option for that is a hitch from Fastway:
- Fastway e2 Weight... view full answer...
The Fastway e2 Weight Distribution System part # FA92-00-1000 comes with a shank that can provide a max of 6" rise or 1" drop. That said, these measurements already reflect the shank being flipped or inverted so no matter which direction the shank was installed you could still only achieve 1" drop. However, I do have an option for you that does not require you to buy two shanks, the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution System part # FA94-00-1033 and the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution Shank part... view full answer...
Actually, the Fastway e2 # FA92-00-1000 weight distribution system you'd looked at would be perfect for the travel trailer you described. It's compatible with trailers with tongue weights from 600-1000 lbs. Since your dry tongue weight is 500 lbs, that'll increase when you add the weight of gear in the travel trailer, water tanks, and propane tanks. You'll also want to add the weight of anything stowed in the truck bed behind the rear axle as tongue weight. Once all that's added up, you... view full answer...
There is only one size shank that comes with the Curt weight distribution systems so you would have to get a different shank separately if more drop is needed.
What I recommend though is Fastway system # FA94-00-1033. It doesn't come with a shank so you can order one to go with it that has the right amount of drop such as # C17123.
With this system you will also need a ball, # 19286, for a 2-5/16 inch ball. I have linked a video review of the Fastway system for you. view full answer...
I believe the video you were referring to the linked video of the Fastway e2 # FA94-00-1033. Although the system is rated similarly to the Fastway e2 # FA92-00-1000 that you referenced, this video was shot more for demonstration purposes than anything. Personally I prefer the trunnion style bars like what you referenced as they have better ground clearance than the round bar systems.
To determine the best Weight Distribution (WD) system for your towing setup you will first need to find... view full answer...
The Fastway e2 weight distribution system # FA94-00-1033 is rated for a maximum of 1,000 pounds tongue weight. 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. So if your total tongue weight is under 1,000 pounds then the system will work for you. For a compatible... view full answer...
In short, you can absolutely use the Firestone Coil-Rite Air Helper Springs # F4135 which are a confirmed fit for your 2016 Toyota 4Runner with a weight distribution system.
With that said, you will more than likely be just fine with just a weight distribution system as it will work to level your 4Runner itself by design. Personally I would go with just a weight distribution first, and if you find that even with a correctly set up weight distribution system the rear of your vehicle is... view full answer...
Even though your weight distribution (WD) shank (I believe is part # FA92-02-4100) has about a 7" drop, since drop/rise is measured to the trailer coupler (the ball mount platform basically) this means that the max drop of a WD shank won't equal the max rise of the shank when it is inverted due to head assembly installing with 2 bolts. To achieve a true 7" max drop you would have to disregard the bottom bolt for the head unit and only use the top bolt hole of the head unit # FA94-00-1033... view full answer...
I suggest the Fastway e2 # FA92-00-0800. This is rated for a GTW from 400-800 lbs. and for trailers up to a gross weight of 8,000lbs. This unique design makes system compatible with surge-type brake actuators.
I also highly recommend that you verify tongue weight prior to investing in a weight distribution system as the tongue weight rating is the most important factor in determining which size weight-distribution system you should use. The tongue weight is generally speaking between... view full answer...
I would be happy to go over how to determine the correct weight distribution system for towing your 1946 Spartan Manon Travel Trailer, but you will need to confirm the total tongue weight of your trailer before deciding an a system.
To determine the correct weight distribution system you will need to know the total tongue weight of your trailer which is the tongue weight of your fully loaded and ready to tow trailer plus the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of your tow vehicle.... view full answer...
A weight distribution hitch like the Pro Series # 49570 is actually designed to help with the sag you're experiencing; flipping it upside down is not going to help with the situation and would actually render the system pretty much useless. I would also recommend making sure that you're towing with the trailer completely level and you don't actually need a different rise/drop shank than the one that you're using.
With that said, it's possible that your weight distribution system just... view full answer...
The round spring bars and friction anti-sway arm you have remaining from your weight distribution system can be re-used with a replacement shank and head assembly. All WD shanks, such as part # C17123 for 2-inch hitches, are standardized so you can use any brand of shank as a replacement.
However, the spring bars, head assembly and trailer brackets are specific to the brand and model of system. You will either need to confirm the brand and series of bars you have to know the proper items... view full answer...
There are two different types of spring bars for weight distribution systems, round like part # FA94-00-1033 and trunnion like part # EQ37121ET. The trunnion spring bars start out square and taper down. The round spring bars are round from start to finish. The main difference between them is ground clearance. The trunnion spring bars provide more ground clearance than the round spring bars. I am not aware of any significant differences in performance. view full answer...
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