Recommended Weight Distribution System for Pulling 4000 lbs Pop Up Camper with 2009 Honda Pilot  

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To choose a weight distribution system you need to first determine the fully loaded and ready to tow tongue weight of the trailer. To that figure you will add the weight of any gear stowed in the cargo area of your Honda Pilot behind the rear axle. I've linked to an FAQ article that explains how to do this.

These combined figures represent the Total Tongue Weight (TTW) of your set-up. The TTW of your trailer should fall as close as possible to the middle of the effective range of the weight distribution system you choose. For moderate sway, I recommend the Reese Steadi-Flex system like part # RP66558 for 400-600 lb trailer tongue weight, if your fully loaded and ready to tow tongue weight including anything loaded behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle is close to or above 600 lbs, go with the next highest rated system, part # RP66559 which is rated for tongue weights of 500-1000 lbs. Both systems include the weight distributing shank but the proper trailer ball isn't included. For a 2 inch ball, use part # A-90.

If your sway turns out to be moderate to severe, I recommend a Reese Strait-Line system. If your total tongue weight is under 800 lbs, use the # RP66083 system. If the total tongue weight is nearly or above 800 lbs, use # RP66084. The Strait-Line systems are the top of the line sway control systems we offer. They will halt trailer sway before it can even begin. Both systems include the shank, but would need either of the trailer balls I mentioned above. You'll also need to make sure that the weight of your trailer doesn't exceed the tow capacity of your Pilot. I've also linked you to our help article about weight distribution.

expert reply by: Chris O

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