They best way to choose a weight distribution system is to know your specific trailer's actual loaded tongue weight (TW) and to this to add the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle, as you noted. Tongue weight scale # e99044 is the easiest way to measure the loaded trailer.
A properly loaded trailer's TW should be about 15% of the gross weight, so a 4500-lb trailer should have TW near 675-lbs. A 6000-lb trailer's TW should be close to 900-lbs.
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The smaller section of the Z-Rail for Enclosed Trailer # 362417-955 is approximately 3/4" tall, while the larger section is approximately 1-1/4" tall. view full answer...
I went to our warehouse to pull the Timbren suspension enhancement system # TFREXPA to provide you the measurement you are needing. The kit will include 2 rubber springs and 2 vehicle specific brackets for your 2000 Lincoln Navigator 4x4.
The height is 3-3/4 inches. See the diagram I included plus the video I created for you.
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The ProPride 3P Weight Distribution Hitch w/ Sway Control for 2" Receivers # PR57QR ships out at 240 lbs so it's definitely a hefty piece of equipment.
With that being said, weight distribution systems are designed to distribute the tongue weight between all the axles of your towing rig (tow vehicle and trailer) so the systems ends up not really counting since it's the piece of equipment that levels everything out. It's a little bit confusing but ultimately you won't be adding the weight... view full answer...