Recommended Weight Distribution System for Aluminum Frame 10,000 lb Trailer

Published 03/31/2017

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Reese Titan Weight Distribution w/out Shank - Trunnion Bar - 17,000 lbs GTW, 1,700 lbs TW

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$685.92

2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-3/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 14,000 lbs

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$31.93

Question:

I want to install the equalizer. My trailer frame is 8inch aluminum all the hitches say for 6inch frame. Do you make a bracket for 8inch frame. The trailer is a 28foot optima car trailer

asked by: Donald S

Expert Reply:

When choosing a weight distribution system, you want to go off the total tongue weight. This total tongue weight includes the loaded weight of the trailer tongue that you stated along with any cargo behind the rear axle of the towing vehicle.

As long as your frame is not wider than 2-1/2 inches, I have a system that is compatible. I recommend the Reese Titan Weight Distribution w/out Shank - Trunnion Bar - 17,000 lbs GTW, 1,700 lbs TW # RP66006. This system does not have the integrated sway control and requires a hitch ball like # 63836 for a 2-5/16 inch ball.

expert reply by: Jason S