Weight distribution hitch
#1
Senior Member
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Weight distribution hitch
I have a 2009 kz coyote that weighs 3543lbs dry and tops out at 5000 gvwr. Do I need to get a weight distribution hitch for 550 tw like
http://www.etrailer.com/Weight-Distr...s/PS49901.html
or can I get one rated for higher weight in case later I want a bigger trailer? Will it hurt anything to have a hitch rated higher than the actual trailer, I wouldn't think so but I thought I'd ask yall.
http://www.etrailer.com/Weight-Distr...s/PS49901.html
or can I get one rated for higher weight in case later I want a bigger trailer? Will it hurt anything to have a hitch rated higher than the actual trailer, I wouldn't think so but I thought I'd ask yall.
#2
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I have a 2009 kz coyote that weighs 3543lbs dry and tops out at 5000 gvwr. Do I need to get a weight distribution hitch for 550 tw like
http://www.etrailer.com/Weight-Distr...s/PS49901.html
or can I get one rated for higher weight in case later I want a bigger trailer? Will it hurt anything to have a hitch rated higher than the actual trailer, I wouldn't think so but I thought I'd ask yall.
http://www.etrailer.com/Weight-Distr...s/PS49901.html
or can I get one rated for higher weight in case later I want a bigger trailer? Will it hurt anything to have a hitch rated higher than the actual trailer, I wouldn't think so but I thought I'd ask yall.
Etrailer says buy one nearest to your TW. TW = tongue weight + cargo wt. behind the axle of the tow vehicle.
If you have a trailer that has a TW of 700 lbs, and your vehicle has 100 lbs of cargo in the trunk, then your overall, weight-distribution TW is 800 lbs. Choosing a weight-distribution system with a 1,500-lb TW rating may lead to erratic performance because it is rated too high. On the other hand, if you choose a system rated too low, say at 500 lbs, the system would be ineffective. Choose a weight-distribution system with a TW rating that is closest to your towing setup's TW to ensure the best performance.
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ThomasM (01-11-2015)
#4
^^ Good advice. Do not buy bars that are oversized.
#5
Grumpy Old Man
Depends on the brand of hitch.
With an Equal-I-Zer brand, the spring bars are not upgradeabe to heavier bars. If you have 800 pounds spring bars but need 1,000, then your only option is to replace the entire Equal-I-Zer hitch.
With Reese Strait-Line and Husky Centerline, you can simply replace the spring bars with heavier spring bars. But the cost is closer to $100 for each bar. For example:
http://www.etrailer.com/Accessories-...e/RP66009.html
My ProPride hitch is rated for up to 1,400 pounds tongue weight, but my actual tongue weight is only 650 pounds. ProPride told me to not worry about it, but to simply jack up the tension on the spring bars to handle the weight on the hitch.
#6
Keep Calm Chive On
I can't offer numbers to you and I apologize for that, but I do have a distribution hitch and compared to a standard ball on a stick (as I call it) it makes you feel like theres nothing behind you. I frequently tow my 25 ft (I think but might be wrong) TT and am usually topped out for weight on my non-tow package 2012 XLT 5.0 with 3.31s and its a beeze.
Worst part is actually realizing theres a trailer back there. The hitch, to me, makes all the difference in the world.
EDIT: I do not use the friction sway bar. I removed and sold mine as soon as I got it. Also, and this is serious, don't forget to remove the bars when backing up. I forgot once and it was ugly.
Worst part is actually realizing theres a trailer back there. The hitch, to me, makes all the difference in the world.
EDIT: I do not use the friction sway bar. I removed and sold mine as soon as I got it. Also, and this is serious, don't forget to remove the bars when backing up. I forgot once and it was ugly.
Last edited by Jared Hall; 01-13-2015 at 12:22 PM.
#7
I have a 2009 kz coyote that weighs 3543lbs dry and tops out at 5000 gvwr. Do I need to get a weight distribution hitch for 550 tw like
http://www.etrailer.com/Weight-Distr...s/PS49901.html
or can I get one rated for higher weight in case later I want a bigger trailer? Will it hurt anything to have a hitch rated higher than the actual trailer, I wouldn't think so but I thought I'd ask yall.
http://www.etrailer.com/Weight-Distr...s/PS49901.html
or can I get one rated for higher weight in case later I want a bigger trailer? Will it hurt anything to have a hitch rated higher than the actual trailer, I wouldn't think so but I thought I'd ask yall.
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#8
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I would want a hitch rated for a bigger trailer, better to be safe. Ad it leaves for the bigger trailer like you said. Also check out Anderson hitches for their weight distribution hitches, let me know if you want one I have them.