Weight Distribution Recommendation for 2022 Forest River Cherokee Alpha Wolf 26RB-L

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Hoping you could recommend a weight distribution/sway control hitch. I have a 2013 Ram 2500 and I am towing a 2022 Forest river Cherokee alpha wolf 26rb-l. GVWR 7,720 lbs Tongue Weight 720 lbs.

asked by: Andrew Z

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Hey Andrew, the Fastway e2 system part # FA92-00-0800 would be a great option for a weight distribution system and sway control for your 2022 Forest River Cherokee Alpha that has a 720 lb tongue weight. Have you used WD systems before?

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Andrew

2/18/2025

I have not.

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Jameson C.

2/18/2025

@Andrew They are pretty helpful. The Fastway has friction sway control and will do a great job. Not nearly as expensive as similar quality options either.

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Answer 1

On the Brophy scissor steps #SS03, they measure just 5-1/2 inches from the mounting surface to the nearest vertical support for the first step so it would not work for you. But you might like hitch step #HE4045 if your truck has a 2 inch trailer…

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Answer 2

If the GVWR of your Outback is 7,500 lbs and you are already at that prior to loading up your quad then you either need to leave some cargo behind or leave the quad behind. If the full 7,500 lbs that you are estimating includes the weight of the quad…

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Answer 3

The Reese Steadi-Flex weight distribution system #RP66561 would work well with your trailer, if you are experiencing little to moderate trailer sway and the trailer's tongue weight is between 700-1400 lbs. For maximum sway control, you'd want…

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Answer 4

The Reese Trunnion Bar Strait-Line Hitch with Shank, part #RP66084, would work great for your 32 foot trailer R-Vision Maxlite. This is a Weight Distribution System with dual cam sway control, so it acts to stop trailer sway before it starts. The…

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Answer 5

When picking out the correct Weight Distribution (WD) system you will want to choose a WD system with a Tongue Weight (TW) range that the Total Tongue Weight (TTW) of your towing setup falls in the middle of. To find the TTW of your towing setup you…

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Answer 6

You can indeed use a weight distribution system on boat trailers like yours that feature a straight pole tongue. The only potential issue may be with its aluminum construction. I just recommend contacting the trailer manufacturer to ensure a weight…

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Looks like the frame channel of your trailer would interfere with the base of the Steadi-Flex #RP66561 since it has such a wide base. You'd need to go with a weight distribution system that wouldn't interfere with that like the Reese Strait…

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Answer 8

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 9

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 10

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 11

Hey James, you can go with a 4k axle leaf spring like the part #e22YR in place of what you have now while it has a slightly higher weight capacity it's not enough that it would create a harsh ride quality. This is a 26 inch long spring though so…

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Answer 12

Hey Kevin! I didn't see an order yet but it sounds like you already got some shocks based on your 2nd question. I went ahead and added it below your 1st question above. If you still need shocks you can use the Roadmaster Comfort Ride Shock…

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