How to Choose the Correct Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System
Updated 03/13/2018 | Published 03/11/2018
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I need to purchase a weight distribution and anti-sway hitch for my camper trailer. My trailer weighs 5000lbs with approx 450lbs tongue weight. I was thinking of buying the Equalizer 6,000lb GTW, 600lb TW hitch. I have a 2008 Toyota Tundra with tow-package. Is this an appropriate hitch to purchase? I have never purchased a weight distribution/anti-sway hitch before so if there are other considerations I need to know, please let me know that also. Thank you
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Expert Reply:
In order to choose the correct weight distribution system, you will need to find the total tongue weight (TTW) of your towing setup by adding the tongue weight (TW) of both your loaded ready to tow trailer and any cargo stored behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle.
The average TW rating of a trailer is typically 10-15% of the gross trailer weight (GTW). An easy way to find this would involve using a tongue weight scale like the etrailer Trailer Tongue Weight Scale part # e99044. When choosing a weight distribution system, you will want your total tongue weight to fall in the middle of the weight distributions weight capacity. For example, the ideal weight distribution system for a total tongue weight of 600 lbs. is one that is rated for 400-800 lbs. of tongue weight.
If the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of your trailer is 5,000 lbs then I can estimate the TW to be between 500 lbs and 750 lbs. With that being said, I believe the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System part # EQ37060ET would be underrated for your needs. Instead, I recommend using part # EQ37100ET which is rated for a TTW between 600 lbs and 1,000 lbs. I have attached a review video of this system for you as well.
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