This is a great choice Joe and thanks for reaching out! Weigh Safe True Tow Weight Distribution Hitch #WS49MR would be a good match for your setup. Since your Grand Design toy hauler will have a loaded tongue weight between 1,300 and 1,600 lbs, this…
Welcome back Belinda! The Andersen Weight Distribution Hitch w Sway Control - 4" Drop/Rise - 16K GTW, 1.6K TW #AN33VR may work for towing your Grand Design Imagine XLS23LDE with your F-250. However, when we tested it a while back, we didn't…
Welcome back Don! The Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System w/ 4-Point Sway Control item #EQ37120ET is exactly what I would recommend using. This is a solid reliable system and the built in sway control will make a noticeable improvement in ride…
Hi James! With your GVWR being 7,600 pounds, your loaded tongue weight should be around 760 pounds. With that said, I recommend going with the Weigh Safe True Tow Weight Distribution Hitch - 2" Shank - 6" Drop - 8.5K GTW, 850 lbs TW…
Hi Mike; we don't have a way to swap out the 2" ball on the Andersen Weight Distribution Hitch #AN88VR. We do have the 2-5/16" ball separately, #AN45VR, but we don't have it as a complete system. If you really want the Andersen,…
Hey Michelle! There are definitely a lot of different weight distribution hitch (WDH) options out there. The most important thing is to make sure it is properly rated for the tongue weight of your setup. Looking at the specs for the 2022 Keystone…
Hey Michael! When you're choosing a weight distribution hitch the most important factor is the tongue weight of the trailer. It looks like the dry/unloaded tongue weight of a Brinkley Z Air 297 is 924 lbs. Once you add batteries and propane you…
Hey Frank. I can give you the dimensions of the shank on the B&W Continuum item #BW28FR but you're going to need to take the measurements on your Silverado 3500 to confirm the tailgate will open. From the hitch pin hole to the center of the…
Hey Jon, I have a solution for you but I would not recommend the Andersen Weight Distribution system part #AN33VR for your 2025 Brinkley Z Air 297. What we have found is that the Andersen system does a decent job with lighter weight trailers but for…
Hey Rex! Those are some great questions. A weight distribution hitch (WDH) isn't always needed but in your case you will want one. Typically if the weight of your trailer is more than 50% of the weight of your vehicle it is a good idea to use a…
Hey there Layla! There are a few different forms of weight distribution hitches, but the majority of the systems that have sway control use friction bars, which work similar to brake pads on your vehicle. This works really well, but it can sometimes…
There sure is K.C.. For a shorter weight distribution shank that fits a 2-1/2" hitch, I recommend the Equal-i-zer item #EQ90-02-4700. This shank measures 12" long x 9-1/2" tall. It provides up to a 3" drop and has a 16,000 lbs…
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Weight Distribution Hitches with sway control only
Dial in trailer stability without changing your load balance. Sway control only options range from friction bars with adjustable tension that use a ball mount tab to electronic units that detect sway and activate your trailer brakes. They're a smart match when you use airbags or another method for weight distribution, and note that some friction styles may need disconnecting before backing up; if your vehicle has built-in sway control, you can disable it to rely on the hitch-mounted system.
Electronic sway control offers the best sway control and can detect the slightest sway and stop it before you notice, but it costs more. Friction sway control does a great job minimizing sway, costs less, and is one more thing to remove and install each time you tow. If you go friction, make sure you have a sway-control tab or compatible adapter for your ball mount.
It connects to a sway-control tab on the ball mount and a trailer-side bracket. If you don't have a tab, add a compatible tab or bracket; some weld a tab to an existing ball hitch. Check hole alignment so plates sit square and flush. Make sure the retaining clip is fully seated; some use 2 clips to help keep it in place. After setup, test your turn radius to confirm there's no contact.
It can work, but the best sway control was achieved with a weight distribution hitch that includes integrated sway control while disabling the truck's feature. Your truck's system reacts like an electronic add-on by activating the trailer brakes. If you stick with Sway Control Only, confirm it's compatible with your trailer brakes and follow the manufacturer's guidance on running both systems.
Have an experienced tech do the wiring, use a junction box, and seal components. Mount the LED where you can see it; it can indicate sway and problems. Check any small plugs near the LED—one came apart and the wire dragged, so secure connections and use heat shrink. Verify app connectivity and LED behavior as instructed; a green light may blink after unplugging until the trailer battery is disconnected.
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