How to Pick Out a Weight Distribution System for a 34 ft V-Nose Trailer

Published 01/10/2014

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Curt Short-Arm Weight Distribution System with Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 10K GTW - 1K TW

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Chain Hangers for Reese Weight Distribution Systems - Bolt On

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Question:

want to make sure I get the right anti sway bars/weight distribution for my new camper it has a 900 lb Tw and 10,00 lb capacity it is a v-nosed camper with a front kitchen

asked by: Bob

Helpful Expert Reply:

When picking out a weight distribution system the most important figure to consider is the loaded tongue weight of the setup. Thats with everything loaded in the trailer plus the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of your tow vehicle. If the 900 lbs you listed as your tongue weight is the loaded tongue weight then the Curt Weight Distribution System # C17322 you referenced would be a good choice because of its 800-1,000 lb tongue weight range.

If you need additional tongue weight rating the Reese Weight Distribution System # RP66542 might be a good choice since it has additional range up to 1,200 lbs of tongue weight.

The v-nose on your camper might interfere with the standard snap up bracket installation, if there is less than 33 inches from the center of where the ball will sit in the coupler of your trailer back on the frame to where the v-nose starts you will need to get the Chain Hangers # RP58305. These do not require clearance above the frame rail like most chain hangers and will work well with the floor of a v-nose trailer.

I attached an FAQ article on determining tongue weight and weight distribution for you to check out also.

expert reply by: Jameson C