Weight Distribution Recommendation for Trailer with GVWR of 4,300 lb

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I was wanting to buy a travel trailer that dry weight is 3100 lbs but has a gvwr of 4300lbs which weight distribution hitch would I need to purchase for this trailer, or has a 2 in ball size for the trailer. I own a 2019 f150

asked by: Richard R

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Hey Richard, so I would go with the Fastway Weight Distribution System part # FA92-00-0600 with the hitch ball part # A-90 which is a 2 inch ball.

The Fastway kits we know work really well and it's rated well for the trailer you mentioned as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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