Properly Rated Weight Distribution Hitch For Geopro Travel Trailer
Updated 04/11/2022 | Published 04/09/2022
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I have a Ford F-150 and tow a Geopro G19FBS travel trailer. Typical hitch weight loaded is about 650 lbs. Gross trailer weight is 4400 lbs. I have an Equalizer WDH rated at 1000/10000 because they didn’t have the 800/8000 lb hitch in stock at the time of purchase. Is there a problem with using this WDH with this truck/trailer combo? Thanks!
asked by: Lee
Expert Reply:
Ideally you want to select a WDS with a rating that allows your tongue weight to fall in the middle of its rating. By using a WDS that is rated too high for the travel trailers tongue weight your ride quality is effected. It will be stiff and more harsh than needed.
I recommend the Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control, # BXW0750. For 2" hitches and 2-5/16" couplers. Other weight distribution systems have lift brackets that require you to apply a good amount of leverage to get them to snap up, which can be difficult and frustrating. With the SwayPro, all you have to do is insert the lift chain into the bracket slot and rotate the bracket with the included wrench until the lock pin engages. This has a rated tongue weight of 550 lbs. - 750 lbs.
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