Recommended Weight Distribution System for 1,175 lb Dry Tongue Weight Trailer

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Ok last question. How do I get the 2 inch shank vs 2 1/2. Per blue ox site it’s either one but kit comes with 2 1/2 Thank you

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With your tongue weight at 1,175 lbs when loaded, you also need to account for any cargo weight behind the rear axle as well to get the total tongue weight rating. I've attached an article to assist. You are correct that your current system is underrated for your application.

My recommendation is the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System w/ 4-Point Sway Control # EQ37140ET rated for total tongue weights between 1,000 and 1,400 lbs. You want your total tongue weight to fall in the middle range of that capacity. This system comes with the hitch ball, but you will need a socket like # ALL643216 to install it.

For even better sway control, I recommend the Reese Strait-Line Weight Distribution w Sway Control - Trunnion Bar # RP66130 which will work with total tongue weights between 800 and 1500 lbs. This will use hitch ball # C40030 and require a heavy duty shank # RP54970. This is a superior system that won't wear on your brackets like you have pictured just based on design.

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Sean

1/7/2019

I like the Reese but my dry tongue weight is 1175 is 1500 to little. I think I may be looking for more not sure. I was looking at Reese 1700 and the blue ox sway pro I think. What are your thoughts? Im ready to order my next hitch but I need help. Do I get blue ox or the Reese cam hitch.

Jason S.

1/7/2019

For your dry tongue weight of 1175 lbs, the loaded tongue weight of your trailer GVWR could get up to 1,676 lbs if you look at the total tongue weight being up to 15% of the GVWR. Based on that, I recommend the Reese Strait-Line Weight Distribution w Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 17,000 lbs GTW, 1,700 lbs TW # RP66075 along with the Reese Titan Weight Dist Shank - 1-1/4" Drop, 5-1/4" Rise - 1,700 lbs TW # RP54976 or drop shank # RP54977 both of which are only compatible with 2-1/2 inch receivers. This system will better control sway with the cam system and will fit total tongue weights between 1,000 lbs and 1,700 lbs. I recommend the Curt Hitch ball # C40085 for this system. This system will have superior sway control based on the dual cam design. The Blue Ox system # BXW2000 is also for 2-1/2 inch trailer hitches only but only compatible with tongue weights between 1,500 and 2,000 lbs. This system may be overrated for your application and could cause a more rigid ride because of that.

Sean

1/7/2019

I like the answers other than 1 thing I left out. I do have airbags on truck due to the fact I take golf cart in the back along with towing camper. I was not able to do this with the Andersen because I was under rated. Would you still say the Reese over the blue oxe. Also Reese is significantly more money for less weight. I just want this to be my final hitch. Thank you

Jason S.

1/7/2019

That is definitely an important bit of information. The golf cart in the back or your truck will definitely push you to the Blue Ox System # BXW2000 which is the highest rated system other than the Torklift that requires dual receivers which would definitely be overkill and a large jump in expense. Based on the information given to this point, the Blue Ox SwayPro # BXW2000 is the best option for you and the Curt hitch ball # C40085 will work well for this system.

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Answer 1

Welcome back Belinda! The Andersen Weight Distribution Hitch w Sway Control - 4" Drop/Rise - 16K GTW, 1.6K TW #AN33VR may work for towing your Grand Design Imagine XLS23LDE with your F-250. However, when we tested it a while back, we didn't…

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Answer 2

Hey Jon, I have a solution for you but I would not recommend the Andersen Weight Distribution system part #AN33VR for your 2025 Brinkley Z Air 297. What we have found is that the Andersen system does a decent job with lighter weight trailers but for…

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Answer 3

I attached a picture that shows how the Timbren #TGMRTT35D that you referenced gets assembled. The spacer #TA25722-90P00 you referenced would go between the numbers 2 and 3 and you'd be set. See attached picture. You will need to provide a longer…

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Answer 4

Hey there Layla! There are a few different forms of weight distribution hitches, but the majority of the systems that have sway control use friction bars, which work similar to brake pads on your vehicle. This works really well, but it can sometimes…

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Answer 5

Hey there Michelle! While weight distribution systems are supposed to get the truck and trailer as level as possible, they are not complete miracle workers and won't make both 100% level in all situations. In fact, Andersen has a section of the…

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Answer 6

Hi Chris; as far as I know no weight distribution hitch company has a trial period where you can test out their system. Andersen definitely does not. Based on the numbers you gave me Andersen would recommend the #AN33VR. Personally, I would not…

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Answer 7

Changing the placement of the cam arm assembly on Reese Strait-Line Weight Distribution System #RP66130 by the 2-inches you suggest may reduce the effectiveness of the system. The system's capacity to redistribute the trailer tongue weight…

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Answer 8

Nicki, that is an excellent question that we've gotten before. The Andersen weight distribution hitches work in a totally different way from competitors which allows it to remain lightweight, not bulky, and easy to install or remove. The chains…

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Answer 9

Hey Tim! If GMC says your truck can only handle 2,750 lbs that is the limit. There is nothing that can be done to increase this. Suspension enhancement like the #TGMRTT35D is designed to add additional support but will not increase the carrying…

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Answer 10

That is definitely a feature which worries me about the B&W Continuum Weight Distribution System #BW78FR. While there is not a specific measurement I can give you as the bars move up and down depending on the load placed on the bars, B&W…

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Answer 11

I would not be able to tell you which Equal-i-zer system to get because in order to determine if you need the 1,200 lbs system #EQ37120ET or 1,400 lbs system #EQ37140ET you have to know your total tongue weight (TTW), which is the which is the tongue…

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Answer 12

The Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution Systems like part #EQ37100ET and the Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution Systems like part #C17500 both have four point sway control which simply means there are four points of friction; one in each socket head and…

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