Weight Distribution for 6,161 Pound Trailer with Underslung Coupler

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What is the best weight distribution system Under sung trailer weight 6161 dry tongue weight 675 30 foot long pulled by a 2012 ford 4x4 4 door short box eco boost 355 gear

asked by: Scott H

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To choose a weight distribution system you will need to go by the total tongue weight of the set up. This is calculated by taking the tongue weight of the trailer, when loaded and ready to tow, and adding to that the weight of anything loaded behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle.

Based on the dry tongue weight of 675 pounds you will probably need a system rated for up to 1,000 pounds once the trailer is loaded and ready to tow. For a 1,000 pound system for a trailer with an underslung coupler we have a couple of options.

If you want to avoid drilling into the frame use # BXW1003 for clamp on brackets. These systems were specifically designed for underslung trailers. For either system you will also need a ball # 19286. I have linked a Blue Ox demo video of the SwayPro systems for you.

I have also included some links on weight distribution and determining tongue weight for you.

expert reply by: Michael H

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The Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution System part #BXW1003 is for trailer's with an under-slung coupler like part #CA-5335-B. If you have an over-slung coupler like part #CA-5400-B then you will need the Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution…

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As long as your Gross Trailer Weight does not exceed the max capacity of 10,000 lbs, and as long as the Tongue Weight of your trailer plus the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of your tow vehicle is between 750-1,000 lbs, the Blue Ox #BXW1003…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the vehicle…

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Answer 7

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 8

An underslung trailer coupler is one that attaches to the bottom of the trailer frame and an overslung one is one that attaches to the top of the frame. Measuring is not required if you just take a look at your coupler and see where it attaches to…

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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 10

Hey Donald, the best Blue Ox weight distribution would be the pat #BXW0550 as it has a perfect tongue weight range for your 450 lb tongue weight trailer.

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Curt recommends the use of 250 ft/lbs of torque when tightening the nuts of their hitch balls with a 1 inch diameter shank like the part #C40034 that you referenced. The general rule is for a 3/4" shank tighten to 150 ft/lbs For a 1" shank…

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Answer 12

If you take a look at the linked diagram you can see the minimum recommended clearance distances between truck and trailer for 5th wheel towing. It is recommended to have at least 5-inches from the top of the bed rails to the bottom of the trailer…

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