Weight Distribution System for 28 ft Travel Trailer and Stock Trailer Towed by 2010 F150 4x4

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I have an F-150 4x4 crew cab with 4.6 3valve motor. It is a 2010. I occassionally tow a 16ft steel stock trailer with livestock and am thinking about getting a 28ft light weight travel trailer with gross weight loaded of 7700 lbs. What system should I get for my truck?

asked by: Frank P

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We typically calculate trailer tongue weight as 10 to 15 percent of the GTW. Anything stowed in the tow vehicle behind the rear axle needs to be added to the tongue weight figure. Given the 7700 gross trailer weight of the travel trailer you mentioned, your tongue weight can range between 770 and 1100 lbs. For this range of tongue weights, I would recommend the Reese Heavy-Duty Trunnion Bar System, part # RP66542. This system is effective on trailer tongue weights ranging from 600-1200 lbs. The weight distributing shank is included, but the appropriate trailer ball with a 1-1/4 inch shank would be needed. For a 2 inch ball, use part # A-90. For a 2-5/16 inch ball, use part # 19286.

If the fully-loaded weight of the stock trailer is equal to or less than the weight of the travel trailer you mentioned, the same system could possibly work with both trailers. If you would care to reply with the fully loaded and ready to tow tongue weight of the stock trailer, I can provide specifics.

I have linked you to the install instructions for the system I recommended.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

We have an excellent video that will walk you through the weight distribution and sway control installation. We also have an FAQ that has answers to the most common weight distribution and sway control questions. I have attached links to both the…

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In order to install the Friction Sway Control, #83660, on the left side of a trailer, you will need to remove the slide bar and then reinstall it upside down. I have included a link to the installation details for you. I have also included a video…

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Answer 3

You can certainly use the Reese #83660 sway control kit on both sides of your trailer A-frame. There's a couple of ways to do this, but the most simple way would be to use your existing ball mount, and have a #C45822 sway control tab welded…

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Answer 4

It sounds to me like you are experiencing trailer sway. Although the Timbren springs are an excellent suspension enhancement option, they are not the best option to eliminate trailer sway or stability, but they will help increase the stability of…

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Answer 5

For a trailer over 26 feet long, it is recommended to use 2 friction sway bars like the Reese Friction Sway Control Kit - Economy - by Draw-Tite, Reese and Hidden Hitch #83660. I've attached an article that helps gives more information on…

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If you are needing the hub and drum assembly then you will want to go with the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly #8-201-5UC3-EZ but if you are just looking for an idler hub then you will want part #8-213-5UC1 instead. These come with the correct…

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Answer 7

If your current springs have 5 leaves then going to a 7 leaf spring will increase the height of the trailer a little and make the trailer more susceptible to sway. Regarding capacity if you go with springs rated higher than what is required it will…

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Answer 8

I would love to help you upgrade the suspension on your Twilight 2800 travel trailer. The MORryde Rubber Equalizers for Tandem Axle Trailers #MR87ZR that you referenced are a great solution but we do need to double check a few things. First is that…

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If you are installing just the Firestone Ride-Rite kit, #F2400, and not also adding an on-board air compressor such as #F2158, then I would estimate that it should take about 2 hours to install the kit. That is for someone with some mechanical…

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Answer 10

You will need the Red LED Trailer Clearance or Side Marker Light #328-K-52 or Amber LED Trailer Clearance or Side Marker Light #328-K-51 for your 2018 Forest River Sunseeker motorhome. These lenses have the same Top Command SAE-AP2-16 markings on the…

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Answer 11

I would be happy to help you set up your 2022 Toyota Highlander to haul your new travel trailer. The wiring harness you currently have controls your trailer's lighting functions only. You do not need to rewire your Toyota you just need another…

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Answer 12

To tow your trailer that uses an RV style 7-way blade style connector with your semi that has a 7-pin connector, you need to construct an adapter that will also combine the brake signal into the right and left directional signal pins. This can be…

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