Is this right for you? Product Expert Lindsey S says:
Yes, if you:
Hate the tight, rigid ride you get with other systems that have built-in sway control
Might need to upgrade to a heavier trailer down the line and don't want to have buy a completely new hitch
Have a trailer with 600 lbs – 1,200 lbs of tongue weight that often veers out of line with your vehicle
No, if you:
Don’t have a lot of space to work with on your trailer frame, or if the frame is thicker than 2-1/2”
Have a boat trailer with surge brakes or an aluminum frame
Hate noise - the bars popping in and out of the cams can create a racket, especially during turns
Featuring dual-cam sway control, this weight-distribution system includes an adjustable shank and flexible, powder coated steel, trunnion spring bars to create a level ride for both your trailer and your tow vehicle. Fits 2" trailer hitches. Lowest Prices for the best weight distribution hitch from Reese. Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 12,000 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW part number RP66084 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 800-298-8924 for expert service.
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Reese Weight Distribution Hitch
- RP66084
700 lbs
800 lbs
900 lbs
1000 lbs
1100 lbs
WD With Sway Control
Reese
Fits 2 Inch Hitch
Prevents Sway
Allows Backing Up
Includes Shank
Electric Brake Compatible
Featuring dual-cam sway control, this weight-distribution system includes an adjustable shank and flexible, powder coated steel, trunnion spring bars to create a level ride for both your trailer and your tow vehicle. Fits 2" trailer hitches.
Features:
Evenly distributes weight over axles of tow vehicle and trailer for stability and control
Creates a more level ride for both tow vehicle and trailer
Automatically self-adjusting, self-centering sway control works in a variety of situations
Straight-line movement - cams lock in position to hold trailer steady despite crosswinds
Cornering - cams automatically unlock and slide to allow full-radius turns
Sudden swerving - cams seek a straight-line angle to help stabilize trailer
Sway control bolts onto A-frame trailer tongue and attaches to lift brackets via chains
No U-bolts or platforms to interfere with frame-mounted items such as gas tanks, toolboxes or generators
Trunnion spring bars are hot rolled and tapered for superior strength and flexibility
Bars flex appropriately over uneven terrain for a controlled, even ride
Sway-control cams provide attachment point for spring bars
Head assembly and adjustable shank included
Forged, raised ball platform eliminates need for raised hitch ball
Solid steel shank is powder coated for rust protection
Adjustable spring-bar tension - just switch links in lift chains to fine-tune
Desired tilt is easily achieved with serrated-washer design - no more piling on washer after washer
System includes sway-control cams, head assembly, adjustable shank, lift brackets, spring bars, lift chains, pin and clip, and all necessary hardware
Hitch ball sold separately - requires 1-1/4" diameter shank
Specs:
Tongue weight: 600 lbs - 1,200 lbs
Gross towing weight: 12,000 lbs
Fits: 2" x 2" trailer hitch receivers rated for use with weight-distribution systems
Lift-bracket positioning: mount about 30" back from hitch ball
Requires approximately 5-1/2" of space along trailer frame
Optional mounts (sold separately) that take up less space on trailer frame are available
Will not fit trailer frames wider than 2-1/2"
Shank length: 14" from center of hitch pin hole to center of ball hole
Total height adjustment along shank: 5-1/4"
Maximum rise: 6-1/2" from top of hitch receiver opening
Maximum drop: 1-1/4" from top of hitch receiver opening
Limited lifetime warranty
Included w/ RP66084
Required - Sold Separately
Optional Add-Ons
Adjustable Shank
System Head
Sway-Control Cams
Spring Bars
Hitch Ball w/ 1-1/4" Diameter Shank
n/a
Note: Dual-cam sway control cannot be used with surge-type trailer brakes and is designed for Class III and Class IV hitches only. Should not be used with aluminum trailer frames.
Create a 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.
Unique Features of Reese Strait-Line Weight Distribution
The easy-to-use, serrated washers on the Reese Strait-Line system make adjusting the tilt of the weight-distribution head a snap. This is a huge improvement over the standard pin-and-washer method, which involves piling washers - one on top of another - onto a difficult-to-access pin. The serrated-washer system lets you easily loosen, adjust and tighten a single washer and nut on either side of the head for simple, secure positioning.
The trunnion spring bars of the Strait-Line system slide into the weight-distribution head for quick, easy installation. With a tapered design and hot rolled steel construction, these bars offer superior flex, ensuring a smooth, controlled ride for both your tow vehicle and your trailer. These specially designed bars have rounded, hooked ends, making them the only kind of spring bars that can function with Reese's active-style, dual-cam sway control.
Dual-Cam Sway Control
Reese's dual-cam sway-control system stops trailer sway before it begins. This is a significant improvement over traditional friction-style controls, which help to correct sway only after it has already begun. This specially designed system uses unique sliding devices called "cams" to suspend the spring bars of your weight-distribution system. One end of a cam bolts onto your trailer's frame, and the other end attaches to the lift bracket via the lift chain. The rounded, hooked ends of the spring bars then sit in these cams. The controlled placement of the spring bars keeps your system secure while still allowing enough movement for free, easy interaction between your trailer and your tow vehicle.
During basic, straight-line towing, the cams lock in place and hold the trailer steady by applying constant, consistent pressure to both sides. This keeps the trailer from swaying in crosswinds. When you go into a turn, the cams unlock and slide to allow a controlled, full-radius maneuver. If you swerve suddenly, the cams will give to accommodate the movement while still working to obtain a straight angle, thereby maintaining control of the trailer.
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Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 12,000 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW - RP66084
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (238 Customer Reviews)
Featuring dual-cam sway control, this weight-distribution system includes an adjustable shank and flexible, powder coated steel, trunnion spring bars to create a level ride for both your trailer and your tow vehicle. Fits 2" trailer hitches.
- RP66084
by: Bill S04/21/2015
Timely shipping was important to me. Every part of this transaction worked flawlessly. I was scheduled to leave on Monday and my order arrived on Friday as Judy had told me. I seldom find customer service as good as I experienced from e trailer. Thank You
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by: Travis I.07/22/2019
Works great. Had problems with product being defective but costomer service handeld it with perfection. Couldn't be happier!
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by: Simon10/28/2017
This thing works well, as advertised. It did boost the rear end of the truck up immediately and seemed to have a positive affect on sway. I was able to back up with it as advertised.
The issue I had with it and what prevents me from scoring higher is despite the fact that I followed the instructions to the letter, the lower brackets are installed by drilling out holes and hammering in "blind" or knurled nuts. I was leery of their longevity and for good reason. After 1500 miles they wallowed out the holes and made one of the lower brackets loose.
My solution was simply to weld the lower brackets directly to the frame and its vastly superior to the install methods they advise and works great. However since not everyone is comfortable/set up to MIG welding these on and will rely on the foolish blind nuts I can only give it 3 stars.
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by: Steve M08/19/2019
The product was not only a perfect physical fit for my truck and travel trailer, but it it works so well I no longer drive with white knuckles. The etrailer support team worked with me to figure out my real needs versus my preciously rookie "wants" which were somewhat uninformed wants. My Trunion Bar WD Hitch with Optional sway control makes ZERO noise in use or backing up, nor does it impart any felt knuckling.
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OK, I waited to write this review until I had an opportunity to really use this product. We just completed a 950 mile camping trip around Colorado. We went up and over mountains, around curves, and traveled in the interstate. All I can say is, WOW! I wish I had purchased this years ago. We pull a 7000# travel trailer with a new F150 EcoBoost. Before installing this we were pushed around in windy canyons, semis and dealt with sway descending the mountains. This product is the real deal. I can safely travel on the interstate at speeds up to 75 MPH thanks to this product.
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I have a 33 TT towing with an ecoboost. I think the hitch I have is too week. My TT never gets loaded over 6,500 yet I still get a bad front end drift? I think its the WD I currently have. Does this hitch really solve that problem? My TV is a super crew lariat off road package with c rated tires
-- comment by: Josh - 08/08/2014
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Weight distribution can help handling and steering when properly set up. This system also has an integrated sway control system also improves handling and stability. With your travel trailer loaded and ready to go, having about 650 pound of tongue weight, this system is rated appropriately for your needs. If you are experiencing too much front end sway you may need to make some adjustments to place more of the load on the front axle These adjustments can be made at the angle of the head. Please see your specific installation instructions for more details.
-- Rachael H - 8/12/2014
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by: Rick W.07/08/2017
I purchase a used trailer recently and have made several purchases from etrailer to include a Straight-Line Weight Distribution Hitch (RP 66084), 2 5/16 Ball (19286), RV Generator Plug (CAM 55333), Aqua Hose, sealing trim for roof and side seams etc...
All of the products have arrived on time and are of high quality. The trunnion bar holes on the RP 66084 were missed drilled so I called etrailer(Laser) and he shipped me out replacement bars which arrived sooner than expected along with a return label for the miss-drilled bars.
Products are quality, service is quality and inventory is exceptional.
It is a pleasure doing business with them.
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by: Keith H.05/17/2015
I bought the Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 12,000 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW
for my 18 foot trailer used to haul just under 10,000lbs of Tractor and implements on winding Tennessee roads with my 2014 Double Cab 4.6 liter Full Bed Tundra.
The product works great; I almost don't realize the trailer is there. Everything is level with no drop at the front and 1/2 to1 inch drop at the back depending on what's loaded. There is normally about a 3-4 inch drop in the back.
Be aware that the box will be delivered at just over 90 pounds.
The installation is not technically difficult, but you will need more tools than the instructions indicate to get everything together. The high torque bolts and as well as the 450 ft/lbs ball torque require some specific large wrenches and sockets. If you go through the instructions and pieces for the actual size of the bolts required, it will save you some running around to find tools. Invest in a step drill bit and it will save some hunting.
With everything in place and ready to go, this was a solid 8 hour install with a lot of low to the ground squatting and bending which you will feel the next day. If I were older (46 now), I would have a professional install this. If you do, they will need a fully loaded trailer to finish which you will also need to finish the install.
There is one piece in the instructions for installing the optional 1/2" x 1.00" SELF TAPPING SCREW into the snap up braket First, this is not really optional, but the instructions indicate to drill a 9/16" hole for this 1/2" screw which is incorrect and will cause you to not be able to tighten the screw down. The whole should be 1/2". Don't be tempted to put these in before the very last step after everything is hooked up or you will be very unhappy. The snapup brakets get moved around several times between the WD and Sway Control sections.
The only negative (if it is negative) is that for my trailer height of 16", the trunnions are only 5 1/2" of the ground which can make speed bumps and the like an interesting experience as the do contact the road as the trailer wheels go over those bumps.
If you are converting from a normal ball hitch off the back of the truck to this for the first time, your break away wire and safety chains will now be too short to connect to the truck (in all likely hood). You will likely need to either add to or replace those as well.
All in all, the system works great, is technically easy to install with all the correct tools and sufficient time.
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by: Nolan02/14/2018
I've been very happy with the system that we got, we put almost 7,000 miles on it in 2017 and it rode great. I added a secondary friction sway control to compliment the control provided by the leveling bars and cam assembly and over those miles it never felt uneasy. A couple of times we were in some pretty good cross winds and I would notice enough to put two hands on the wheel but the rest of the time it was almost easy to forget we were towing a 28' trailer.
I'd definitely recommend spending a little time at your local Cat Scales to find out your specific truck / trailer and tongue weights, but this hitch and distribution assembly gave us the ability to tune the tongue weight into right where we wanted by the selection of the right link.
The peace of mind the overall control that it provided going down the road is well worth it.
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I had experience with towing travel trailers before, but it had been a while. When we decided to buy a new trailer, the hitch setup the trailer dealer proposed just didn't seem right for the job. Doing some research on my own, I came across the etrailer.com site. From the information that was available on the site I was able to focus in on what I thought would be the best fit for my F-150 towing an 8,000 lb + trailer. When I called with questions, I was fortunate that I talked to Wayne--one of etrailer's product specialists. This was like talking to a trusted brother. We discussed a few different brands and the pros and cons; but in the end decided the Strait-Line RP66084 would be the best fit. After that conversation, I did some more research on my own and--besides discovering that Wayne's advice was fantastic and spot on--found that the Strait Line system proposed was top ranked. The features I was looking for: (1) Leveling (weight distribution) capabilities (2) Sway control (3) Safety (4) Tracking (holding the trailer steady behind you when taking curves (5) Ability to back up without having to get out of truck and manually release a brake bar and (6) simple enough to install for a shade tree mechanic. The Strait-Line fit the bill and I'm very appreciative that etrailer.com has experts--rather than sales-focused pushy people--to help you make the right decision. I've pulled my trailer with ease and the Strait-Line has lived up to every expectation. And etrailer.com's price was great and the shipping had it delivered sooner than expected. It's rare when you can say you are COMPLETELY SATISFIED with a product, service, quality, and price--but I can that about my purchase of the Strait-Line RP66084 from etrailer.com
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Greattowed trailer through wind and hail on way to Floridasure glad I had this hitch setup!
Ken W - 06/01/2016
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by: Ken06/18/2020
It took me longer then normal for a beginner on installing but other then that it was very easy to put everything together. I am very happy with product and I would not think twice about getting another one.
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by: Mark W03/07/2020
Works as expected. Easy to install after reviewing the videos
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by: Jonah02/06/2020
Website had great instructions for installation. Shipping was really fast and the customer service was really great.
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by: Michael09/29/2019
OMG, the Reese straight-line weight distribution hitch is fantastic. No complaints whatsoever. Pull a 23 foot Rockwood trailer of 3,200 pounds with my 2016 Ram 1500. Pass the semi-trailers with confidence and absolutely no white knuckles. Great product.
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by: Sean09/03/2019
etrailer did a fabulous job coordinating many products for my application. I am towing a sports car hauler/ camper combination trailer with a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee V8. It all works extremely well. Backing up goes very well too, even if I do have limited view, I can always see one side at a minimum. Thanks for the knowledgeable staff! I had a lot of questions and wasn't entirely sure which setup would suit my situation best, and they guided me to the setup best for me.
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by: gregan08/22/2019
The sway control worked OK when the hitch was new but after 8000 miles and as the hitch wore in, my 32 foot trailer became harder to control as the trailer mounted sway brackets developed flat spots on the rollers - the grinding noise which got worse as the hitch heated up from the vehicles exhaust has become unbearable. I have elected to order a different hitch / sway system which unfortunately is not sold by etrailer.
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I have reached out to my contacts at Reese regarding your concerns about your Straight-Line weight distribution system and get the following information that I wanted to pass along you you: It is normal for the dual cam portion of the hitch to develop wear or flat spots on the rollers. The spring bars constantly move fore and aft on the dual cam and they will wear. We maintain this metal on metal friction to minimize sway. Yes the metal on metal contact will create noise when making turns and more noticeable when making turns at slow speeds. This is all part of how the system works with all the parts and pieces.
-- Rachael H - 08/28/2019
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by: Nick B05/09/2019
Product works great for my setup, before I had a standard weight distribution system and my 37’ camper was all over but with this trunnion setup greatly reduces my white knuckle driving I experienced before.
It does take some work to install but got it done in about 3 hrs because I checked and rechecked before drilling the necessary holes in the tongue.
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by: Richard03/10/2019
Love this. Never feel sway and being able to back up without discontecting the bars really helps. Definitely would recommend
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Still very happy with the system. My neighbor has Reese envy everytime he sees me backing up without having to disconnect like he does. Highly recommendit.
Richard R - 03/11/2020
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by: Donald02/05/2019
Works as described. I'm pulling a 30' Arctic Fox, approx 11,000 lbs with a 7.3 diesel. No issues, pulls smoothly and corner's well. Backing up does not require unhooking any parts.
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by: Chad02/05/2019
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by: Steve12/21/2018
Perfect,
this is exactly what we needed for a weight distributing hitch w/sway control, shipping and service was very good. Will use this company again. Thanks
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Great, used this setup quite a few times in the past year, still doing what I bought it for. Thanks Steve C
Steve C - 12/24/2019
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by: Matt w06/21/2018
Best decision I’ve made trailering buying this hitch setup. Works excellent on 10,000 travel trailer we tow. Makes towing so much better on sway alone!
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by: Martin05/20/2018
Order arrived on time and in good shape. No surprises at all. They do a great job of helping you get what you want or need and getting it right to you.
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by: Mason04/19/2018
Two long trips pulling the camper and about to go on a third. Been a good hitch.
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by: Brian04/03/2018
So far so good. I received the product yesterday, and have it looked over. I have read some reviews about some of the paint being chipped, this is true. etrailer, is a great company to work with. I received exactly what I ordered, and it is quality at a good price. etrailer also over communicates (this is awesome). I will, and already have ordered more items from them.
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by: Hanson03/31/2018
Pulled an 11,000 lbs enclosed trailer from Arizona to Rhode Island. Once I got the load adjusted, I didn’t have enough weight on the tongue, it worked well. I’ll buy it again and would recommend it.
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The Replacement Lift Brackets with Handle for Reese Weight Distribution Systems # RP6637 is what you want for your Reese Strait-Line dual cam # RP66084. This is the proper replacement for the tongue weight you are referring to. If you just want the single replacement # RP21501 which is rated for 600 lbs is what comes with the unit, so the # 58392 is a stronger bracket rated for 800 lb tongue weight. The head, cam arms, and brackets share the weight, so rest assured these are the proper... view full answer...
With a camper on your truck it is difficult to accurately measure your trailer total tongue weight because the cargo weight behind the rear axle is actually spread over the frame and not directly behind the rear axle. So what we do is level with suspension enhancement if needed prior to adding the truss and weight distribution system. Then we base the weight distribution system off the capacity of the extension.
Based on your trailer information, with a loaded tongue weight of 1000... view full answer...
I love the fact you are taking the potential need for a weight distribution system seriously and the first thing I'd like to note is that a weight distribution system is strongly recommended if your trailer weight (GTW) is more than 50% of your vehicle's weight (GVWR).
In regards to tongue weight, you do not need to find the weight of the two different axles, as you can see by the cut out I added from the help article I linked for you on how to determine tongue weight. Along with the... view full answer...
There are three reasons as to why a hitch ball with a built-in scale like the Weigh Safe 2-5/16" Hitch Ball w/ Built-In Scale part # WSUN-3 will not work in the head of a weight distribution system like the Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w Sway Control part # RP66084.
1. Clearance - The face of the scale on the hitch ball would contact the arms in the head of the weight distribution system while turning no matter the orientation of the scale.
2. Shank Diameter - The hitch... view full answer...
The most your trailer could safely ever weigh is 6,000 lbs according to the specs I found on your Lance 2185. This is under the weight capacity of your truck but a weight distribution system would be a very wise choice to help you tow safer.
The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup when it is loaded and ready to tow. This figure also includes the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. I attached... view full answer...
When looking into purchasing a Weight Distribution (WD) system you want to find one with a Tongue Weight (TW) range that the Total Tongue Weight (TTW) of your towing setup falls in the middle of. To find the TTW of your towing setup you will need to add the TW of your fully loaded and ready-to-go trailer, which you can use part # 5780 for, along with the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of your tow vehicle. Keep in mind that a properly loaded trailer will have a TW that is 10-15%... view full answer...
The best solution for you to help prevent and eliminate trailer sway while towing at speed is to use a weight distribution system even if the truck does not sag while coupled to the trailer. The reason for this is that most weight distribution systems have integrated sway control built-in. Also, the truck may still be sagging slightly even if it is not noticeable and that could be the reason one truck pulls a trailer better than the other. The two main reasons one truck would pull a trailer... view full answer...
When choosing a weight distribution system, the most important factor to consider is the total tongue weight of your towing setup. This number will include both the loaded tongue weight of the trailer (as if loaded and ready for a trip), along with any added cargo weight coming from behind the rear axle of your F-150. Ideally, this number will fall somewhere near the middle of the operating range for the system you choose.
The most accurate method for determining your trailer's loaded... view full answer...
The best weight distribution system for your brand new 2019 Palomino Solaire that's being pulled by your Silverado is the Reese Strait-Line # RP66084 because of its self-adjusting sway control that prevents side-to-side movement before it even begins and its 600 to 1,200 pound tongue weight capacity that matches the potential range on your setup perfectly.
When picking out a weight distribution system the most important factor to consider is the total tongue weight of your towing setup.... view full answer...
Based on the numbers you gave, the Reese Strait-Line # RP66084 is likely going to be the right system for you, but you are going to need to make sure by figuring your total tongue weight (TTW), which is the tongue weight of your fully loaded and ready to go trailer plus the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of your tow vehicle. The TTW is typically between 10% and 15% of your trailer's GVWR but you'll want to verify your TTW to make sure # RP66084 will work for you.
To determine... view full answer...
A full 30lb propane tank weights approximately 55 lbs, so when you add two of them and four 6V batteries at an estimated 60 lbs each that definitely adds to your tongue weight. I estimate you've added 350 lbs to your tongue weight. You also need to account for any cargo behind the rear axle of your tow vehicle when determining the total tongue weight for a WD system.
If you have the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control - Trunnion - 10,000 lbs GTW, 1,000 lbs TW # FA92-00-1000... view full answer...
The Replacement Thread Forming Screw # 58459 that you referenced is what is used to hold the cams for a Weight Distribution (WD) system like the Reese Strait-Line # RP66084 . If you need more than 2 and you would like some spare parts you could go with part # 58437 instead which has 8 of them.
These screws install on your trailer frame with the Rivet Nuts for Reese Dual Cam High Performance Weight Distribution # RP58507. They are not self-tapping. You can see this process done starting... view full answer...
If you are interested in the very best weight distribution system on the market then look no further than the Reese Strait-Line Weight Distribution System. The Strait-Line has a four point sway control system which will reduce and prevent trailer sway better than any other system. It also comes with a lifetime warranty so it will be the last weight distribution system you have to purchase.
In order to make sure you get the correct one for your trailer you will need to calculate total... view full answer...
I am happy to help with your sway issues. To fight trailer sway your best defense is proper trailer loading. If you can load your trailer so that 10 to 15 percent of the total weight of the trailer is tongue weight you will be doing well. The purpose of weight distribution is to take some of the tongue weight and actually distribute it back up to the front axle of the trailer which will also help with sway. It will also help with sagging rear suspension and improve handling/braking. Sway... view full answer...
For your application I recommend going with the Reese Strait-Line # RP66084 because it offers the best sway-control on the market and it has a great tongue weight range of 600 lbs - 1,200 lbs. Since weight distribution tongue weight takes into account the tongue weight of your trailer when it is fully loaded plus any weight that sits behind the rear axle of your 2013 GMC Yukon this system is actually the perfect strength for your setup. All you need to do is add a 2" # A-90 or 2-5/16" #... view full answer...
The dual-cam sway control brackets on the Strait-line weight distribution system, # RP66084, do require drilling into the trailer frame but the spring bar brackets do not. They are held in place with set screws.
If the active air suspension system can be easily deactivated, that would be ideal. If it cannot be easily turned off, you will first connect the trailer, then let the active air suspension system adjust. Then you will hook up the weight distribution spring bars. This may cause... view full answer...
I do have a recommendation for you to check out, plus I have attached a link to our selection of Weight Distribution (WD) systems that meet the criteria that you specified.
As far as ground clearance goes it really just depends on your towing setup. All WD systems have some height adjustability so that the WD can be tailored to the weight and height of the towing setup. Since they do sit under the frame of your trailer your ground clearance will be reduced.
My favorite WD system that... view full answer...
The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup when it is loaded and ready to tow. This figure also includes the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. I attached a help article on determining tongue weight for you to check out as well. You will want the loaded tongue weight of your setup to fall right in the middle of the tongue weight range of the system you use.
Considering your dry tongue weight... view full answer...
If your loaded tongue weight (counting weight from cargo behind rear axle of tow vehicle) is 594 lbs then yes your 800 lb Pro Series WD system would be rated perfectly.
If your tongue weight is going to be higher than that you'd want to go with a higher rated system like the Reese Strait Line part # RP66084 which has a tongue weight range of 600-1,200 lbs and features only sway control that works to prevent sway before it starts.
For a 2 inch ball you would want part # A-90 and for... view full answer...
There are a number of different things that can cause a truck/trailer to have excessive sway, even with a sway control system. For starters, this is a common compliant of late model F-150 owner's so that is something you might want to be aware of and most of them all have some sort of sway control. Before you start to throw money at the truck/trailer, you will want to make sure the actual (loaded and ready to tow) tongue weight of your trailer is between 10-15% of it's total weight. This... view full answer...
The best weight distribution systems with sway control that we offer are the Reese Strait-Line systems, such as the # RP66084 that you referenced. The Strait-Line weight distribution systems use the dual cam type of sway control which is a proactive style of sway control that keeps the trailer inline with the tow vehicle at all times to prevent sway from starting in the first place, rather than trying to correct it once it starts.
The other types of weight distributions such as the... view full answer...
My personal favorite Weight Distribution (WD) systems are the Reese Strait-Line because they are one of the few systems that actually fight sway before it starts instead of correcting it after it has initiated.
You want to choose a WD system with a Tongue Weight (TW) range that the Total Tongue Weight (TTW) of your towing setup falls in the middle of. To find the TTW of your towing setup you will need to add the TW of your fully loaded and ready-to-go trailer along with the weight of... view full answer...
Hello from all of us here at etrailer!
Before making a final decision on a weight distribution system, I recommend determining the exact tongue weight of your trailer to ensure that you get the system that is right for you. I am including an article which may be of help to you.
From the information that you have given about your 2014 Keystone Passport, I am going to estimate that your tongue weight is going to fall somewhere around 1000 pounds. If this is the case for your trailer,... view full answer...
For your Coachmen Freedom Express 248rbs travel trailer, I recommend the Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 12,000 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW # RP66084. This system actively works to prevent trailer sway and keep your trailer in line with your towing vehicle. It is easily my favorite system based on the design features and function. The dual cams and the hot rolled spring bars create a very user friendly system with adjustability for driving preferences.... view full answer...
The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup when it is loaded and ready to tow. This figure also includes the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. I attached a help article on determining tongue weight for you to check out as well. You will want the loaded tongue weight of your setup to fall right in the middle of the tongue weight range of the system you use.
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Thank you for the photo of your v-nose enclosed trailer for which you are looking for a weight distribution/sway control (WD/SC) system. Since you have limited access to the trailer frame, about 15-inches based on your photo, I suggest you check whether the diamond-plate nose blocks access to the side of the frame further back, say around 30-inches back from the hitch ball. This is hard to tell from the photo due to the camera angle.
If the bottom of the diamond-plate does not extend... view full answer...
When confronted with a short A frame trailer tongue that prevents using the standard snap-up brackets, I typically recommend the bolt-on chain hanger brackets, part # RP58305. There are no shorter bars for your system.
To attach the chains, you will have to hitch up the trailer, and then raise the trailer tongue and the rear of the vehicle using the trailer jack. This will relieve enough force on the weight distribution spring bars so that the chains can be attached by hand. view full answer...
According to the installation instructions for the dual-cam sway control which I have linked for reference you will first drill a small pilot hole and then enlarge it to 7/16 using that size drill bit. The bolts for the dual-cam frame brackets so the holes will need to be a little smaller than that for a proper fit.
If the frame is fully boxed (tube frame) and you have to use the rivet nuts then you will drill 7/16 inch holes first using the bracket as a template, remove the bracket... view full answer...
It does look like an old style Reese system. We have seen a few of these and they are similar to the newer version # RP66084. The part pictured has been replaced with the newer dual cam system yet they function in a very similar way. They no longer make that system, so I recommend upgrading to the newer system if you need replacement parts as those parts are no longer available.
I've attached an article on weight distribution systems to further assist if you want information on... view full answer...
The Reese Steady Flex # RP66560 will be 75 lbs total and the Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w Sway Control # RP66084 will be 113 lbs. The complexity of the systems to disconnect for storage will be similar, so I would just mark the trailer for easy reinstallation. The Strait-Line is a better system for sway control, so that is my recommendation for you. It appears more complex with the cams, but to remove it is really the same number of bolts.
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