Best Weight Distribution System for a 2007 Nissan Xterra

Updated 07/14/2016 | Published 07/13/2016

Products Featured in This Question

Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System w/ 4-Point Sway Control - 6,000 lbs GTW, 600 lbs TW

(900)

$850.00

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

(171)

$650.00

2" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Stainless - 7.5K

(245)

$50.02

Question:

hi there my nissan xterra has a classe 3 hitch with a sticker 500 tongue 5000 gvwr,,,,,, they dont talk about weight distribution on the sticker but the one you sell for my truck is a 400 4000 and with wd,,,, 600 6000,,,,, im confused 999T5-KR200 this is the part number that is on my truck thanks i thought all hitches could have a wd systeme on them thanks :

asked by: Stephane

Expert Reply:

Your 2007 Nissan Xterra is capable of using a weight distribution system. To determine which system is best for you, we'll need to find a system that can handle the loaded and ready to tow tongue weight of your trailer plus the weight of anything you have loaded in the Xterra behind the rear axle. Based on your vehicle's carrying capacity, the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System w/ 4-Point Sway Control # EQ37060ET could be a great system for you. It has a tongue weight range of 200-600 lbs. which is most likely where you will land with your Xterra.

However, if you are pushing your Xterra to it's maximum tongue weight you may need a system that has a higher rating, such as the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control # FA92-00-0800. That will give you a maximum tongue weight of 800 lbs. This system does not come with a hitch ball so you will need to purchase one separately, # SC23-C is a 2 inch hitch ball with 1 inch diameter by 2-1/8 inch long shank.

I've attached review videos for each weight distribution system and a Help Article titled "Common Weight Distribution and Sway Control Questions" which could be helpful for you.

expert reply by: Charles S