Will the 8K Reese Weight Distribution System RE34FR Work On a 4,500 Lb Trailer

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Is the Reese Weight Distribution System w Shank - Round Bar - 8,000 lbs GTW, 800 lbs TW suitable for 400 tongue weight and 4500 pound max trailer weight? The vehicle is a Ford Flex

asked by: William K

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Yes, the Reese Weight Distribution System with Shank part # RE34FR will work on a 4,500 lb trailer. That said, hitch weights listed online are dry and you also need to add the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle. Therefore, you are likely underestimating the tongue weight so this system will be more ideal with this in mind.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Hello Glenn. We do offer an extended shank that can be used with a WDH, the Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank #EQ90-02-4500. This shank is about 6" longer than the standard shanks that come with the Equal-i-zer hitches. That said, the Equal-i-zer WD…

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Answer 2

For a weight distribution hitch that won't break the bank I recommend the Reese Pro Round Bar Weight Distribution w Sway Control #RE34FR. When choosing a WDH you want to make sure you choose the right system based on your tongue weight. Tongue…

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Hi there Jaime; thanks for the question and you are right on the money for the Reese weight distribution hitch that will work with your Coleman 17B: - Reese Pro Round Bar Weight Distribution #RE34FR This is rated for tongue weights between 200 lbs…

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Yes, you will. The Reese Pro Round Bar Weight Distribution System item #RE34FR has built in sway control that will keep your trailer in line with your Ram when you make sudden moves or get passed on the highway by a semi. This system has a tongue…

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You'd probably be okay without a weight distribution system but I pulled up the weight of an Airstream Caravel and found that it weighs 3,500 lbs and has a tongue weight of 500 lbs which is enough weight that you would see benefit by going with a…

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The Reese Weight Distribution System w Shank - Round Bar - 6,000 lbs GTW, 600 lbs TW #RE34FR is 49911 you referenced. It definitely doesn't sound right that there is more than 4 inches of difference from the base of the hitch ball when inverting…

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Answer 7

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Answer 9

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Will the 8K Reese Weight Distribution System RE34FR Work On a 4,500 Lb Trailer

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