How to Pick Out a Weight Distribution System for an A-Frame Trailer

Question:

What weight distribution hitch would fit on my trailer tongue? Here are photos.

asked by: Greg

Expert Reply:

You have a pretty standard A-frame trailer frame that would work well with weight distribution hangers and brackets. You may have to temporarily remove the battery box to install the frame hangers.

The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup when it is loaded and ready to tow. This figure also includes the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. I attached a help article on determining tongue weight for you to check out as well. You will want the loaded tongue weight of your setup to fall right in the middle of the tongue weight range of the system you use.

Once you know what your loaded tongue weight is you can check out the link I attached that has all of the WD systems we offer. For example, if your tongue weight was between 200-600 lbs the part # RP65509 that you referenced would work well for you.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Daniel T.

4/15/2020

Towing a 2016 forest river Wildwood 195 BH. Hitch weight is 403 lbs, Gross weight is 3903 lbs, and dry weight is 3003 lbs. I am towing my camper with a 2010 GMC Yukon SLT 4x4. Looking to see what is a good reasonable distribution system.

Chris R.

4/16/2020

Thanks for all those specs! For your particular setup I really like the Fastway # FA92-00-0600. This is a well-priced, but great preforming system that will create a level ride and drastically reduce sway during travel. It's a simple clamp-on install (no drilling) and everything you need is included other than a compatible hitch ball such as the 2" # EQ91-00-6080 or 2-5/16" # EQ91-00-6100.