Is Weight Distribution System Needed to Tow 16 ft Caravel with 2015 GMC Sierra 1500
Question:
My tow vehicle is a 2015 GMC Sierra 1500 pulling a 16ft Caravel. Do I need to add a anti sway bar to my hitch or will the truck pull well without it?
asked by: Will T
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Expert Reply:
You'd probably be okay without a weight distribution system but I pulled up the weight of an Airstream Caravel and found that it weighs 3,500 lbs and has a tongue weight of 500 lbs which is enough weight that you would see benefit by going with a WD system like the Rees Pro part # RE34FR. Normally if the weight of the camper is over half the weight of the vehicle a WD system is recommended.
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Jameson C
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Reese Pro Round Bar Weight Distribution w Sway Control - Round Bar - 6,000 lbs GTW, 600 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- 300 lbs
- 400 lbs
- 500 lbs
- Reese
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