Weight Distribution and Brake Controller For Towing a Travel Trailer With a 2017 Jeep Cherokee  

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I highly recommend using a Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System # EQ37060ET when towing a travel trailer with your 2017 Jeep Cherokee. This will not only allow you to level your Jeep reducing the chances of light steering and diminished braking. It will also help to reduce sway at highway speeds. Due to the trailer weighing so much and having a large surface area it could be dangerous to drive without a sway control in strong winds. The Equal-i-zer has sway control built in. You will need a 1-7/8" 12pt Thin Walled Socket # ALL643216 to install the 2" ball included with the hitch. You can get a 2-5/16" Ball # EQ91-00-6100 if your trailer uses the larger size coupler.

The Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller # TK90160 is a great controller. It is proportional so it will make adjustments to the power sent to the trailer brakes during light and severe braking. It is easy to adjust and has a clear LED display. With the Tekonsha Custom Wiring Adapter # 3014-P you will be able to connect it directly to the factory trailer wiring on your Jeep. The only gripe I hear with the Primus is the size of the unit. If you feel the size will be an issue or want a cleaner look the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller # RED24FR is a great option. The main unit hides behind the dash while a small control knob is all you see on the dash. This controller uses the Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness # RED67FR to connect to the factory wiring on your Jeep.

expert reply by: Bud M

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