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2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-3/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 12,000 lbs

2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-3/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 12,000 lbs

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Durable steel ball has a 1-1/4" diameter x 2-3/4" long shank. Built-in wrench flats ease installation. Chrome finish resists corrosion. Fine threads provide strong grip. Lock washer and nut included. Great Prices for the best trailer hitch ball from Draw-Tite. 2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-3/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 12,000 lbs part number 19286 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Ball - 19286

  • Trailer Hitch Ball
  • 2-5/16 Inch Diameter Ball
  • 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
  • Standard Ball
  • 12000 lbs GTW
  • Class IV
  • Class V
  • Chrome-Plated Steel
  • Draw-Tite
  • 2-3/4 Inch Shank Length

Durable steel ball has a 1-1/4" diameter x 2-3/4" long shank. Built-in wrench flats ease installation. Chrome finish resists corrosion. Fine threads provide strong grip. Lock washer and nut included.


Features:

  • Hitch ball provides a connection point for your trailer's coupler
  • Fine threads provide exceptionally tight, strong grip
  • Durable steel construction
  • Corrosion-resistant chrome finish
  • Built-in wrench flats make it easy to hold ball in place while tightening the nut
  • Lock washer and nut included


Specs:

  • Ball diameter: 2-5/16"
  • Shank dimensions: 1-1/4" diameter x 2-3/4" long
  • Weight capacity: 12,000 lbs
  • Fits ball mount platforms 3/8" to 1-1/4" thick
  • Limited lifetime warranty


63834 Draw-Tite 2-5/16" Hitch Ball with Medium Shank - 12,000 lbs GTW - Chrome




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Video of 2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-3/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 12,000 lbs

Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.




Video Transcript for Draw-Tite Chrome Hitch Ball Installation

Hey, guys. it's Jake here with etrailer. Today I'm gonna show you how to put a new ball on your weight distribution head. Now, to explain a little bit about why you would need to go through this process. First thing is, if you're just like our situation and you need to put a ball on your kit that did not come with one, that's the reason you'd have to do it. If you take a look at this one here, you can see some marring on the ball itself.

And as time goes on, that is only going to get worse, because you'll have little pockets where dirt and debris can hang out in rocks, and stuff like that. They'll get trapped in there, and then when you go to put your trailer down on it and you drive for a couple hundred miles, it's gonna keep grinding that down. And then what was a two and five 16ths ball is no longer two and five 16ths. That's gonna cause more wear on the ball, more wear on the coupler, and just more wear in general. So having a nice, clean setup is definitely gonna help you get down the road safely.

Now, another reason you'd go through this process is if you had a camper that, or a trailer, that had a two inch ball on your weight distribution, and you're upgrading to a two and five 16ths. That's gonna be another reason why you would want to go through this process to swap out this ball. We've got our two and five 16ths ball that we're taking a look at today. We've actually got a new Reese weight distribution head here. And essentially, to start the process, you'll need to do one of two things.

You'll either need to put your ball in a vice, like we have here. There's two flat sides on the edge of the ball. You can obviously see we have it flipped over here. You'll want this upside down if you have a vice that's this heavy. Now, the torque setting for this is going to depend on the size of the shank.

Ours is an inch and a quarter shank. You wanna make sure that that matches the hole in your weight distribution. But you wanna match the torque specs for the size shank that you have. Usually, when you get the ball in your package, it'll say what to torque it down to. So since we're putting it on this, we're gonna take our head, flip it over, and set it on there just like that. Now we'll take the lock washer, slide it over, followed by the nut. We'll thread this down all the way by hand till it's tight. Now, no matter what size shank that you're gonna have on the ball, you're gonna have, it's gonna be a pretty high torque setting. So you'll need to either rent a torque wrench. We've got this four foot torque wrench. It comes in handy when we're doing this kind of stuff, but maybe check with a local shop. They may be able to torque it down for you if you get it assembled. Or you can typically rent one about this size from your local auto parts store. So now we'll just need to take our wrench, and torque it down. Now, what we ended up having to do is, we've got a large socket here, and we're using a inch and 13/16 socket. That's what you'll need to fit over that nut. We're using an extension, because the head of our torque wrench is not able to fit in here. When you're using an extension to do this, you wanna make sure that it is going to be an impact, because otherwise, if you use a chrome extension, it's going to twist. But this should not twist. And we'll get it tightened down. With your ball torque down properly onto your weight distribution, that's gonna do it for the installation.

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2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-3/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 12,000 lbs - 19286

Average Customer Rating:  4.8 out of 5 stars   (2450 Customer Reviews)

Durable steel ball has a 1-1/4" diameter x 2-3/4" long shank. Built-in wrench flats ease installation. Chrome finish resists corrosion. Fine threads provide strong grip. Lock washer and nut included.

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Kimberly was extremely helpful and knowledgeable about the product I was interested in purchasing. She patiently answered all of my questions and followed to let me know my item had shipped. Actually came 2 days earlier than expected b/c I making preparations for a race which helped tremendously!!!



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The ball is what it is. Easy installati on



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Excellent advise for proper product. Needed to clear my tailgate away from trailer jack so solution was offered to extend ball mount back 3 1/2”. Perfect solution.



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Great items and fast shipping would buy from again.



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Customer service is awful but product seems good.



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Exactly what I needed and exactly the right price



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Perfect fit for the ball mount I bought this for. Dimensions are accurate.



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Great product for a great price. Will be back but I don't think it will be for anyone replacements as these will last my lifetime!!!



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Great quality. Fit and finish excellen t.



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Seems like a good product. Only aggravation was not being able to find a 1 7/8" socket or a torque wrench that went to 450lb. to mount it. Luckily my trailer dealer mounted it for me, though probably with an impact wrench.

Erik D.

12/24/2018

keeping it greased, its worked fine and still has its chrome plating



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I purchase a used trailer recently and have made several purchases from etrailer to include a Straight-Line Weight Distribution Hitch (RP 66084), 2 5/16 Ball (19286), RV Generator Plug (CAM 55333), Aqua Hose, sealing trim for roof and side seams etc...

All of the products have arrived on time and are of high quality. The trunnion bar holes on the RP 66084 were missed drilled so I called etrailer(Laser) and he shipped me out replacement bars which arrived sooner than expected along with a return label for the miss-drilled bars.

Products are quality, service is quality and inventory is exceptional.

It is a pleasure doing business with them.



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My F150 had an OEM 4 pin trailer plug and hitch.
The 118242 - 7 pin connector with wiring harness is the ticket. The hardest part of the install was dropping the spare tire. The plugs connect directly to the factory plugs and the harness length is the correct length.
The 3035-P brake controller connector harness was just as easy. Plugs right in to the OEM plug next to the ECM connector and the other end into the brake controller.
The PK12711U-26 - 7 pin bracket and hardware kit fastens directly the OEM bracket that is on the hitch. My truck had an OEM 4 pin trailer towing set up with the hitch. The OEM hitch had the bracket welded on it to attach the 7 pin mounting bracket to it.
These kits make this install very easy and professional looking.
If I have one complaint, the hardware kit to attach the 7 pin connector bracket is set up to fasten the bracket directly to the bumper with 2 - self tapping screws provided in the kit. The kit also includes 4 #12 machine screws with toothed washer nuts to attached the 7 pin connector to the bracket. This is fine if your truck hitch doesn't have an attaching bracket welded to it. The kit should included in it 6 #12 machine screws and nuts along with the 2 self tapping screws. Since my OEM hitch actually had a bracket welded to it to attach the 7 pin bracket to it, I had to use two other #12 screws and nuts to attach the 7 pin bracket to the OEM bracket on the hitch. Not a big deal, just a thought.
It took me about 2 hours, start to finish to install the 7 pin connector, trailer controller, and add the two relays in the OEM relay/fuse box under the hood.
I highly recommend these kits.



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With this hitch I now feel safe towing my 6k lb, 26' travel trailer with my 1500 pickup truck. Just finished a 2200 mile trip. Also I like the fact the new hitch puts the trailer a little further behind the truck because I can open my tailgate fully when hitched. Like another fellow, I had to drill out the hole for the spring bar cover pin.



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They were very knowledgeable about products, pricing was good, and delivery was
quicker than expected. Peyton did a great job!



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We use this trailer ball to pull our 20' cargo trailer. We moved from northern Arizona to western Kansas with the trailer. Seven trips overall, and no problems with the hitch. Holding up great!



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Great ball.. Super tough. Good luck finding an 1-7/8" socket and a huge torque wrench.

David T.

3/20/2018

Still a great ball. No rust.



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What awesome timing ! I was just looking up where I can post a review and here we are. I can't say enough how very very pleased my husband and I are. Great quality fast delivery i can't say enough. Thank you we will be ordering again from you !



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The weight distribution hitch I purchased is outstanding. Quick shipping, easy to install, and excellent service and information at etrailer.com. Just used the hitch to go camping. What a difference it made in towing my camper. I also made several sharp turns both forward and in reverse with no problems. I highly recommend this product.



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I needed a weight distribution system that would allow me to safely tow my 8,000# boat and trailer. James was very helpful suggesting the best rig for my application: surge brake compatible, able to be backed up while connected, and properly sized given my tongue weight. I also needed the pole tongue adapter. I was amazed that the parts arrived just two days later! I have done a pre-install check and all will fit beautifully. etrailer and James did an outstanding job from selection to delivery!



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Going to cut the threads off and use as part of my security/lock system on my car trailer.

Jim H.

7/17/2015

Fine, no issues.



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The products are great, but the packaging sucked. I ordered 2 trailer balls that were unpackaged so they rolled around in the box damaging the threads. My drop hitch was sticking out of the box



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Just what I wanted, looks nice and has held up well.



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Weight Distribution hitch, & hitch ball.
It
is so easy to place orders, confirmation and tracking number sent as soon as item is shipped (very fast process), products arrive on time and in great shape. Easy to follow instructions, trailer is set up and ready to roll. Pulling a 2016 Rockwood Mini Lite, with a 2012 Ford F150



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I didn't have a chance to install and test this hitch ball, however my previous hitch ball I bought here, have used more than 3 years and towed my 33 ft, 8800 lbs RV travel trailer with it more than 10,000 miles. This is an excellent product and at this point I just decided to replace for safety reasons. Great company, very fast and quality service. Thank you and best wishes in your future endeavors.



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The RB2 hitch and hitch ball arrived in a matter of days after I placed the order. I was very impressed with the customer service follow up from the time I placed the order until I received the order. The excellent flow of information kept me well informed.
I installed the hitch per the instructions, and it was relatively easy to follow the instructions and get the intended results. I spent about an hour doing the installation, and it could have been faster, but I wanted to go slow and make sure I understood each step. This was the first time I had installed a weight distributing hitch, so it was important to be careful. Very happy with the hitch, and happy with the entire process of ordering from etrailer. Will do business again.


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  • What Size Hitch Ball Does a Keystone Passport Ultra Lite Grand Touring 2920BH Use
    Unfortunately, there is no way for me to know what size hitch ball the coupler on a Keystone Passport Ultra Lite Grand Touring 2920BH accepts. It will more than likely be either a 2" hitch ball or 2-5/16" hitch ball. The only way to know for sure would be to look at the coupler itself as the correct size will be stamped into it or call the manufacturer with your VIN. I have linked our selection of hitch balls for you once you know both the diameter of the ball/shank.
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  • Dimensions of Draw-Tite 2-5/16 Inch Hitch Ball
    Some dimensions of the 2-5/16 inch hitch ball # 19286 are shown in the attached diagram. The shank is 1-1/4 inches in diameter and is 2-3/4 inches long. Overall it's about 6 inches tall, aboput 3 inches of that being from the bottom of the base to the top.
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  • Options For 1-7/8" Trailer Hitch Ball
    I am not familiar with 1-15/16" trailer ball. We do carry 1-7/8" ball which are very common and close to that measurement. You want to make sure the hitch ball hole in the your ball mount is compatible with the shank diameter of the ball. I have attached a link to our 1-7/8" trailer balls. They either have 1" shank, 3/4" shank or 5/8" shank. For example the Draw-Tite 1-7/8" ball part # 19256 has a 3/4" diameter shank. I have attached a video for your reference.
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  • What Size Socket is Needed For 2-5/16 Inch Hitch Ball
    Most of the 2-5/16 inch hitch balls will use either a 1-inch diameter shank or 1-1/4 inch diameter shank. The nut size on a hitch ball with a 1-1/4 inch shank, like the Tow Ready 2-5/16 Inch Hitch Ball, part # 19286, will use a 1-7/8 inch socket. A 2-5/16 inch hitch ball with a 1 inch shank will use a 1-1/2 inch socket. The torque specs on a hitch ball with a 1-inch diameter shank is 250 ft. lbs and on a 1-1/4 inch diameter shank is 450 ft. lbs
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  • Can a Trailer that Requires a 2-5/16 Inch Ball be Towed Using a 2 Inch Ball
    You will want to match the ball you use with what the trailer coupler requires. It is definitely possible that the coupler could come off of the ball if you are using a ball that is too small for the coupler. We have many 2-5/16 inch balls. I have included a link to them for you. You will need to make sure that you get one that has the right shank diameter to fit your ball mount's ball hole.
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  • Troubleshooting Hitch Ball Mount When Nut is Welded to Ball Mount
    For the 2-5/16" Hitch Ball # 19286 you generally would want to use the lock washer on the underside. Due to the fact that you have a welded nut there, you cannot use the lockwasher and should not use it on the other side of the platform. I recommend checking your hitch ball for a proper fit before towing each time as that ball may work its way loose. Unfortunately we don't carry a threadlocker compatible with that size nut, but that may help as well. You may want to simply change out...
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  • How to Determine Hitch Ball Size Needed for R-Vision Travel Trailer
    To determine the correct hitch ball size for your R-Vision Travel Trailer, you will just need to look at the trailer's coupler. The hitch ball size it is compatible with should be stamped into the coupler's metal housing or may be located on a safety sticker. Once you find what size hitch ball you need, you will just need to make sure the shank diameter and length is compatible with your existing ball mount. Lastly, you will need to make sure the hitch ball you choose has the required...
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  • Availability of 2-5/16 inch Hitch Ball
    Sounds like you are looking for a standard 2-5/16 inch hitch ball like what the # 19286 you referenced is. This ball has a 12,000 lb capacity, a 1-1/4 inch diameter shank that is also 2-3/4 inches long. Price is available at the attached product links. I attached a review video for this for you to check out as well.
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  • What Size Socket is Needed to Tighten Trailer Hitch Ball # 19286
    You will need a 1-7/8 inch deep well socket for the 1-7/8 inch nut on ball # 19286. To install the ball you can use a bench vise to hold it while torquing down the nut or if a vise is not available you can put the ball mount in the hitch so the ball is facing to the side instead of up.
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  • Where to Find the Hitch Ball Size for a Trailer Coupler
    That's not info we have available to us since the manufacturers don't list it. It's also not uncommon for trailer owners to change couplers which can sometimes change the ball size. Most likely your trailer has a 2 inch ball or a 2-5/16 inch ball like the # 19286 you referenced. Your best option would be to contact the seller and ask what size ball the coupler has listed on it as it will be stamped there.
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  • Recommended Hitch Ball Size for 36 Foot Camper by Keystone
    For that large of a trailer I would almost guarantee it's a 2-5/16 inch hitch ball like the # 19286. This ball has a 1-1/4 inch diameter shank and a 12,000 lb capacity.
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  • Can the Hitch Ball On a Pintle Hook and Ball Combo Be Replaced
    I do have an option for you but I don't recommend replacing the hitch ball on your pintle hook and ball combo. The reason for this is because unless you replaced the hitch ball with an exact replica then you run the risk of the hook disengaging and losing the trailer which is an enormous safety hazard. I looked through our section of pintle hitch balls and none of them match the exact dimensions that you provided. For a 2-5/16" hitch ball and pintle hook combo, I recommend the Buyers Products...
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  • Trailer Hitch Ball with 2-5/16 inch Diameter and 1 or 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
    Yes, there are many 2-5/16 inch hitch balls that have a shank with a 1 inch or 1-1/4 inch diameter. The most popular is # 19286. This one has a 1-1/4 inch diameter shank. It is rated for 12,000 pounds. I have included a link below to our 2-5/16 inch hitch balls. You can use the filters on the left side of that page to select the shank diameter to see the available balls that fit that description.
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  • How To Install A 2-5/16 Inch Hitch Ball To A Draw Bar That Has Limited Access to the Hitch Ball Nut
    It sounds like you might have the 2-5/16 inch hitch ball on a weight distribution head assembly which can limit the access to the hitch ball nut. The weight distribution head is bolted to the the shank that inserts into the trailer hitch. I am including a link to a picture of what a weight distribution head might look like to help you decide if that is what you might have. To tighten the nut on the hitch ball you will need to use a 1-7/8 inch socket instead of a wrench. The socket should...
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  • Could Draw Tite Ball Mount 4285 Give Clearance to Allow Tailgate to Fall
    To determine if the # 4285 is long enough to allow you the tailgate clearance you need you'll need to take a couple measurements. First you'll need to determine how much additional length would be needed to allow the tailgate to clear. Next you'll need to measure the distance between the hitch pin hole of the ball mount and the ball hole center and you'll add that to the previous dimension you took and you'll know what length ball mount you'd need. The # 4285 is 12 inches between hole centers...
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  • Trailer Ball For Blue Ox Sway Pro weight Distribution System
    We do offer some trailer balls that might work better for you. I recommend the Tow Ready Hitch Ball, part # 19286. This has a medium shank and is rated for 12,000 lbs. The shank is 1-1/4 inch diameter and is 2-3/4 inches in length. I have attached a product review for this trailer ball you can check out.
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  • Will the Strait-Line Weight Distribution System Work On a Haulmark Trailer with 8 Inch Tall Frame
    Yes, the Strait-Line Weight Distribution System part # RP66084 will work on a trailer with 2" wide x 8" tall trailer frame. The instructions simply provide a reference point for setup but exact measurements will vary for each trailer. I spoke with Reese and they stated you would be good to go with the above frame size though you might be using more links than someone with say a 6" tall frame but this is not an issue at all. The Strait-Line Weight Distribution System is a great system and...
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  • Can Convert a Ball Cushioned Ball Mount AMSCV-2 be Used with 2-5/16 Hitch Ball
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    For the Reese Weight Distribution System, part # RP66087, you need a hitch ball that has a 1-1/4-inch shank. We do not have a stainless steel ball that has a 1-1/4 inch shank, but we do have a very nice hitch ball that is rust and corrosion resistant. I recommend a hitch ball like part # 19286. This is a chrome hitch ball and it has a 12,000-lb capacity.
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  • Weight Distribution System Recommendation for 2010 Skyline Layton Model 194
    I did a little research on your 2010 Skyline Layton model 194 and it weighs in a 3,475 lbs. That means you tongue weight is going to be between 350 and 550 lbs most likely. The best weight distribution for that is going to be the Strait Line System part # RP66083 as it fits that tongue weight range and has the only sway control setup on the market designed to fight sway before it starts. For a 2-5/16 inch hitch ball you would want the part # 19286.
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  • Correct Weight Distribution System for my 2010 Suburban LTZ 1500, 20ft Enclosed Trailer
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    One thing of concern is the truck is rated for 7,300 pounds yet the gross trailer weight is 7,500 pounds. You need to stay below the 7,300 pounds whether you are using weight distribution or not. The vehicle capacities are set in stone. When choosing a weight distribution system you will go by the tongue weight of the trailer when loaded and ready to tow plus the weight of anything loaded behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. For argument, lets say your trailer weighs 7,000 pounds...
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