Can The Same Weight Distribution Hitch Used With Dump Trailer Be Used With a Travel Trailer?

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I am interested in a weight distribution hitch for a dump trailer GTW 14000 #. The tongue weight is around 1200 # when loaded. Tow vehicle is F250. I suppose a heavy duty WDH wouldnt work too well with a travel trailer that has a tongue weight that is much less, as we are looking for one. Thanks.

asked by: John K

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Your situation is a great option for the Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution # BLU54TR. This particular kit is rated for trailers up to 15,000lbs with a tongue weight of 1,000-1,500lbs. When you need to haul your travel trailer you can use some different spring bars that are better for the weight of your smaller trailer. There are the 750-1,000LB Bars # BXW4007 and 550-750LB Bars # BXW4006 which will be closer to what your travel trailer requires.

We also have Lift Brackets # BXW4010 if you do not want to have to move them from trailer to trailer as you switch trailers.

expert reply by: Bud M

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Answer 1

Hey Vernon, great to hear from you again! For your trailer that has a GVWR of 11,295 lbs I actually recommend stepping up one level and going with the 18.5K #WS49MR which has the same 6" drop and fits a 2-1/2" hitch receiver like the 12.5K…

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Answer 2

I reached out to Dexter with the axle tag you provided and was able to determine that your grease seal is the Grease Seals 10-36 (pair) #RG06-070. If you need any other components please submit another question and I'd be happy help.

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Hello Nate, thanks for reaching out. We do carry the 1,500 lb Blue Ox WD hitches like part #BLU54TR, but I am sorry to say we do not offer the WD hitch without the shank. The #BLU54TR comes with a shank for a 2-1/2" hitch. You can swap it out…

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Hello Gerry, thanks for reaching out. The correct weight distribution (WD) hitch will depend on the loaded tongue weight of your travel trailer. Each WD hitch has a range of tongue weights it will work with, and ideally you want your trailers tongue…

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Hey Mark, thanks for reaching out, and congrats on the new camper! We have just the thing! Here is what I recommend: - Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control for 2-1/2" Hitch - 15K GTW, 1.5K TW #BLU54TR The Blue Ox WD hitches are…

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Hey Brett, congrats on the new trailer. It looks like your 2019 Forest River Wildwood Heritage Glen LTZ 273RL weighs right at 9,500 lbs when fully loaded. This would put your tongue weight somewhere around 950 lbs - 1,425 lbs when loaded up. I…

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Hello Tony, Since we know your tongue weight is 1,800 pounds unloaded, then you will definitely want the Weigh Safe True Tow Weight Distribution Hitch - 2.5" Shank - 10" Drop - 22K GTW, 2.2K TW #WS67RR. The #WS67RR is good for a tongue…

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With your tongue weight at 1,175 lbs when loaded, you also need to account for any cargo weight behind the rear axle as well to get the total tongue weight rating. I've attached an article to assist. You are correct that your current system is…

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Answer 9

Hello Robert, It sounds like you may be experiencing a bit of white-knuckle towing, which is never enjoyable. When a trailer doesn’t want to track straight, it can make every mile feel longer than it should. I do recommend a weight distribution…

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