Recommendation For Weight Distribution On 2011 Ford F-150 Towing a 10,400-Lb Trailer
Updated 01/23/2012 | Published 01/19/2012
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Have a 10400lb GVW trailer with a tongue rating of 13 which makes it 1352. Unloaded the trailer is 3550lbs. Im guessing the EQ 1200 is the right choice as opposed to the 1000. What do you experts suggest? Ill be towing with a 2011 F150 Platinum 5.0 V8 SuperCrew. Thank you
asked by: Vito T
Expert Reply:
To determine which of the Equal-i-zer weight distribution hitches among the ones you mentioned would be right for your application, you will need to know the actual as-towed tongue weight of the trailer. This would encompass the weight of anything loaded on the trailer. Also, the weight of any gear stowed in your 2011 Ford F-150 Super Crew, behind the rear axle would need to be considered as tongue weight.
I would recommend to use a larger weight distribution system like the Reese Strait-Line Weight Distribution, part # RP66130. This system has a tongue weight range of 800 to 1,500 lbs and a gross towing weight capacity of 15,000 lbs. This system will give you a higher maximum tongue weight capacity of 1,500 lbs, which would give you a little more flexibility if you would end up going over the 1,400-lb maximum tongue weight on the Equal-i-zer hitch.
When using the Reese weight distribution system you will also need the Reese Weight Distribution Shank, part # RP54970, and the Curt 2-5/16 Inch Hitch Ball, part # 63840.
I am including a link to the installation instructions on the Reese weight distribution system and a link to a FAQ page on weight distribution.
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