Weight Distribution for Dump Trailer with 8 Inch Tall I-Beam Frame

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I do have the 2 1/2 " receiver . The trailer is rated at 16k lbs with the coupler it has. The trailer weighs 4650 lbs. So total payload capacity is 11,350 lbs. So I guess the 1600 lb tongue weight .

asked by: Mark T

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I do have a great option for you but a Reese system is not going to be the best choice in this case. You will need to box the trailer frame where the weight distribution brackets will go by having steel plates welded on.

What you can use is an Equal-I-zer system, # EQ37120ET as an example, and then add 2 outer link plates, # EQ90-02-5378, sold in quantities of 1, and 2 inner link plates, # EQ90-02-5208, also sold in quantities of 1. That would allow you to use the system on an 8 inch tall frame. Current pricing is available on all of the product pages.

The system mentioned above is rated for 800 to 1,200 pounds tongue weight. There are other systems with different weight ratings. 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.

I have included some helpful links on determining tongue weight and weight distribution for you.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Mark

8/1/2017

I do have the 2 1/2 " receiver . The trailer is rated at 16k lbs with the coupler it has. The trailer weighs 4650 lbs. So total payload capacity is 11,350 lbs. So I guess the 1600 lb tongue weight .

Michael H.

8/2/2017

The Reese Titan Weight Distribution w/out Shank - Trunnion Bar - 17,000 lbs GTW, 1,700 lbs TW Item # RP66006 is a great option for you. This system is rated for 1,000 to 1,700 pounds tongue weight. This system also has frame brackets that mount 30 inches back along the frame measured from the center of the ball cavity in the trailer coupler. The brackets are 5-1/2 inches wide so the frame will have to be boxed in that area. A professional welder could weld on some steel plates in those locations turning the I-Beam into a box frame. The shank is sold separately so you can use # RP54976 or # RP54977. And for a properly sized ball that fits this system use # 63840.

Answer 1

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Answer 2

The most important thing to know when selecting a weight distribution system is your total tongue weight, which is the tongue weight of your fully loaded trailer plus the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of your 2016 Ram 1500. Your total…

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Answer 3

The Trailer Valet XL, part #TVXL2 with 2 inch ball and the #TVXL25 with the 2-5/16 inch ball are meant for use on level surfaces only, they wouldn't work well on the slope you describe.. Actually, I have a much less expensive and easier to use…

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Hey David. We've got all the parts you need but Equal-I-zer doesn't offer a full kit for an 8" frame. I have listed all of the parts below if you need to put together the entire bracket for a 8" frame. 2 of item #EQ90-02-5378 Outer…

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Hi Nick, You just need the Outer Link Plate #EQ90-02-5378 and Inner Link Plate #EQ90-02-5208 to make your Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System #EQ37140ET compatible with your 8" tall trailer frame.

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Answer 6

Hey David. The Weigh Safe True Tow Weight Distribution Hitch item #WS49MR you were looking at, does indeed work with trailer frames up to 6" tall. If your trailer's frame ends up being taller than that you'll need to use the Weigh Safe…

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Answer 7

Hey Troy, That system that you have will work on your other trailer with a C-Chanel frame. However, you will need to put something either a block of wood or have something welded on the open side where the brackets would mount to ensure safety. You…

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Answer 8

I-beam trailers like what you have do make it a bit tricky to add a weight distribution system, however it can indeed be done with a little modification. In order to use a standard weight distribution system like the Reese #RP66131, you will need to…

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Answer 9

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 10

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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Answer 11

It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Answer 12

The #84 spindle is just a common way to identify the spindle dimensions typically used for 3,500 lb axles. So instead of listing out the parts, people can just say they have #84 spindles and it's easier to know what fits it. The CE Smith Trailer…

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