Towing Mirrors and Weight Distribution System Recommendation for 2015 Toyota Tundra
Question:
I am looking for advice on two items, 1 towing mirrors 2 weight distribution hitch I am driving a 2015 tundra platinum The trailer I am pulling is an 18 foot wells cargo auto trailer, the weight will be about 5500#. It will be 99long distance interstate driving 3000 miles
asked by: Thomas F
Expert Reply:
For towing mirrors for your 2015 Toyota Tundra we have the CIPA Mirrors part # CM11300 that are a confirmed fit that would work well. I attached an install video for these for you to check out as well.
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.
For a trailer that weighs 5,500 lbs your loaded tongue weight would end up being between 550 and 825 lbs so for a weight distribution system I would recommend the # RP66083 unless your loaded tongue weight does exceed 800 lbs. This system has the only sway control designed to fight sway before it starts so it's a great option.
If you need a higher rated system I would recommend the # RP66084 as it has a tongue weight range of 600-1,200 lbs.
For a 2 inch ball you would want part # A-90 and for a 2-5/16 inch ball # 19286.
Products Referenced in This Question
2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-3/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 12,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2-5/16 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-3/4 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 12000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- Draw-Tite
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2" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 10,000
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-5/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- CURT
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Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 8,000 lbs GTW, 800 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 500 lbs
- 600 lbs
- 700 lbs
- Reese
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Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 12,000 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 1000 lbs
- 1100 lbs
- 700 lbs
- 800 lbs
- 900 lbs
- Reese
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CIPA Custom Towing Mirrors - Slip On - Driver Side and Passenger Side
- Towing Mirrors
- Slide-On Mirror
- Manual
- Pair of Mirrors
- Custom Fit
- Non-Heated
- Fits Driver and Passenger Side
- CIPA
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