Weight Distribution for Riverside Whitewater Retro 179 SE

Updated 09/10/2021 | Published 09/09/2021

Products Featured in This Question

2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 10,000 lbs

(3932)

$25.48

Blue Ox TrackPro Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control - 7-Hole Shank - 6K GTW, 600 lbs TW

(209)

$759.00

2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-3/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 20,000 lbs

(3932)

$31.68

Question:

Hi, I just bought a 179SE the previous owner said the trailer take a 2 5/16 ball size. This trailer is gross weight GVWR 4520 lbs. Cargo 1160 lbs. So dry 3360 lbs. So, a little confused though 2inch ball but used the 2 5/16inch ball. Worked fine. I want to buy a weight distribution sway system and give my vehicle information and see I need a blue ox bla bla 600 lbs tongue weight 10k lbs max. Great, but it comes with a 2inch ball. Can that be switched to a 2 5/16inch ball? Or can I buy a pre made one that comes with a larger ball?

asked by: Dan E

Expert Reply:

The Blue Ox Weight Distribution system part # BLU36FR is a great option for a weight distribution system for your 179SE based on the weights you mentioned. But to use a 2-5/16 inch hitch ball you'd have to swap out what comes with it and go with the part # C40008 which will fit in place and is the size you want.

For this tongue weight range of weight distribution they are not available with the larger ball size as a kit.

expert reply by: Jameson C