Weight Distribution Hitch for 6,000 lb Travel Trailer and Will SumoSprings Reduce Tongue Weight  

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SumoSprings will not affect the tongue weight for the weight distribution hitch, and I can help you decide the best hitch.

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 F-150.

The tongue weight is typically between 10% and 15% of your trailer's GVWR but you'll want to verify it by using a scale such as etrailer Tongue Weight Scale # e99044. From there, simply add on the weight of the cargo behind the rear axle of your tow vehicle and you'll have your TTW. The ideal system would be one in which your TTW falls somewhere in the middle of the weight distribution system's tongue weight capacity.

Since you mentioned your trailer has a 6,000 lb GVWR we can estimate a TTW somewhere in the 750 lb to 800 lb range and for that I highly recommend the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution with 2-Point Sway Control # FA94-00-1061.

This system is for TTW between 600 lbs and 1,000 lbs which yours should fall right in the middle of, and it offers superb sway control at a price that is much better than similar quality hitches. The e2 even comes with everything you need for installation, and I have added a link to a video review for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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