Recommended Weight Distribution System that's Quick and Easy to Connect

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I need a WDH with sway control that is quick and easy to do the final hook-up as I have a steep driveway and will basically be attaching the bars in the road every time. What would you suggest? I have a 2016 Chevy Colorado with a tow capacity of 7000. The camper is a Micro Minnie 1808FSB.

asked by: Audrey P

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Thanks for the information Audrey and welcome back! For a weight distribution system that sets up quickly, I recommend the Andersen Weight Distribution Hitch w Sway Control item # AN28VR.

The Andersen item # AN28VR uses chains instead of spring bars and weighs only 60 lbs including the head. After you do the initial setup and align the brackets the chains will take minutes to get hooked up so you won't be standing in your street for long. It also has built in shock absorption to make traveling on bumpy roads easier.

The Andersen Weight Distribution Hitch item # AN28VR is definitely compatible with your Micro Minnie 1808FSB and won't be overrated at all. The built in sway control that will keep your trailer in line with your Colorado when you're going down the highway and make a sudden lane change or get passed by a semi. It's really helpful when you get sideswiped by a gust of wind too. This system includes a 2" shank and a 2" hitch ball.

Do you haul any gear in your Colorado's bed or up front on your Micro Minnie's coupler?

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expert reply by: Jerred H

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