What Info Is Needed to Pick Out Weight Distribution for Travel Trailer

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Trying to narrow down a weight distribution hitch to match my travel trailer to truck.

asked by: Brandon

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Hey Brandon, what's the loaded tongue weight of your travel trailer? With just that I can tell you which weight distribution system you would need. Each WD system has a tongue weight range and ideally your trailer's tongue weight falls as close to the middle of the range as you can.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Brandon

10/16/2025

About 750 lbs

Jameson C.

10/16/2025

@Brandon For the price and performance I would recommend the Fastway e2 weight distribution system part # FA92-00-1000 which has a tongue weight range of 600 lbs - 1,000 lbs, is the preferred trunnion bar style, and has friction sway control built in.

Answer 1

This is a great choice Joe and thanks for reaching out! Weigh Safe True Tow Weight Distribution Hitch #WS49MR would be a good match for your setup. Since your Grand Design toy hauler will have a loaded tongue weight between 1,300 and 1,600 lbs, this…

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Answer 2

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 3

Hello Danny, I’m really glad you mentioned the Equalizer! When sway is the issue, that one and the Weigh Safe are definitely my go-to options. They both have 4 point sway control, with straight spring bars and frame brackets. They can be a little…

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Answer 4

The Replacement Hub for Rock Tamers Heavy-Duty, Adjustable Mud Flap System for 2-1/2" Hitches, part #ERT057, is designed to fit around 2-1/2" accessories. Your Weigh Safe True Tow WSWD8-2.5 has a shank for 2-1/2" shank, so fitting…

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Answer 5

Hey Forest! You aren't going to get the clearance you need from moving to the Heavyweight. Even if you did, that system is going to be overrated so you wouldn't want to use it with your trailer. You're better off sticking with the…

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Answer 6

The B&W Continuum Weight Distribution System part #BW78FR requires at least 24" of space on the frame directly behind the coupler and along the side a few inches back from there. This works with most trailers but for some it will not and,…

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Hey Steve! I would go with the 18.5K GTW Weigh Safe True Tow Weight Distribution Hitch item #WS37RR over the 22K GTW item #WS99MR you were looking at. It looks like your Grand Design has a tongue weight between 1,200 lbs - 1,600 lbs and this will put…

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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

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 10

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 11

Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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Answer 12

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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