Will Weigh Safe WD Hitch WS79VR Work For Flagstaff Microlite 21DS Travel Trailer?

Updated 10/30/2025 | Published 02/22/2025

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Weigh Safe True Tow Weight Distribution Hitch - 2" Shank - 6" Drop - 8.5K GTW, 850 lbs TW

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$950.00

Weigh Safe True Tow Weight Distribution Shank for 2" Hitches - 4" Drop

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$80.00

Question:

Own a 2024 Silverado 1500RST with max tongue weight of 900lbs, max tow 9000lbs. I tow a Flagstaff Microlite 21DS travel trailer, max weight with cargo approximately 7500lbs. I have a E2 round bar hitch and interested in the Weigh Safe True Tow. The ground clearance for my 2 hitch has a ground clearance of 18. I looked at your product with the 8500 spring bars. I believe a 4 is better versus the 6 but not sure. Again, interested in purchasing from you. Ive researched their website, and this product seems the best out there for my truck.

asked by: Gerard F

Expert Reply:

Hello Gerard, thanks for reaching out. For starters, the Weigh Safe True Tow Weight Distribution Hitch # WS79VR is a good choice for your Flagstaff Microlite 21DS travel trailer. It sounds like your tongue weight will be below the 850 lb limit, so that will work well for you.

You are correct the 4" drop will leave you with more ground clearance than the 6" drop. The thing is, the Weigh Safe True Tow Weight Distribution Hitch # WS79VR comes with the 6" drop shank, so if you want the 4" drop you would have to buy an additional 4" drop shank part # WS49RR. If I were you I would save my $ and just go with the 6" drop shank that comes with it.

Reply below and let me know if you need anything else.

expert reply by: Jesse M

Jesse M.

10/30/2025

Hey Gerard, how did things turn out with the Weigh Safe True Tow hitch for your Silverado and Flagstaff trailer? Did the 6-inch drop give you the clearance you needed? Your update could make it easier for others towing a similar setup.