Can A Weight Distribution Hitch Be Used Together With An Electronic Sway Control System

Updated 07/24/2023 | Published 07/22/2023

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Question:

Hi, I will be towing a Safari Condo Alto F1743 with my Toyoto Rav4 Prime. I have the original OEM hitch installed already. The trailer comes with a Tuson electronic sway control system, but I had originally planned on using a weight distribution hitch like the Fastway for added stability while towing. Can you use both of these systems at the same time? If it matters, Ill be keeping the F1743 very lightly loaded tanks empty etc. Thank you!

asked by: Kirsi A

Expert Reply:

The Tuson Sway Control is only going to activate the brakes on the trailer to help pull it back straight in line with the tow vehicle so it would be compatible with a weight distribution hitch. The GWVR I'm seeing for a Safari Condo Alto F1743 has it being under 2,000lbs, which would make a weight distribution hitch overkill. Too high of a rating for a weight distribution hitch can actually give you a negative effect so I would first check the fully loaded tongue weight to see where you land.

In my personal opinion you'd be better off with rear suspension enhancement like Air Lift 1000 Air Helper Springs for Coil Springs # AL64VJ to help offset the weight of the trailer and level your ride to improve stability.

expert reply by: Kevin C