Using a Weight Distribution Hitch With V-Nose Toy Hauler Trailer

Updated 12/04/2017 | Published 12/02/2017

Question:

Will this Equilizer hitch work on a V-Nose enclosed toy hauler trailer?

asked by: Jim

Expert Reply:

In order to use a weight distribution hitch with your v-nose trailer, you are going to need to use chain hangers # RP58305 to bolt onto the sides of your trailer frame and a system such as the Reese Strait-Line # RP66084. In order to choose the best weight distribution system, you will first need to know 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.

To determine your trailer's loaded tongue weight you can use a scale such as the etrailer # e99044 or by using one of the methods outlined in the help article on determining tongue weight I've linked for you. From there, simply add on the weight of the cargo behind the rear axle of your vehicle and you'll have your TTW. The ideal system would be one in which your TTW would fall somewhere in the middle of the weight distribution system's tongue weight capacity. I've added a link to our page with each of our weight distribution systems for you to come back to once you determine your TTW.

expert reply by: Kyle S