Weight Distribution for a 2007 Dodge Durango and 4,800 Pound Travel Trailer

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I have a 2007 dodge durango 4.7v8 4wd and a 30ft travel travel that weighs 4800# and a tongue weight about 600# what be a good weight distribution hitch setup for it and brake controller?

asked by: Dustin S

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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.

If the total tongue weight is 600 pounds then I recommend a system that is rated for 400 to 800 pounds so your tongue weight is right in the middle of that range. For weight distribution only, no sway control included, I recommend # RP66541. I have linked a video review of this system for you.

You can add sway control later if you want using # RP26002 for dual-cam that prevents sway from starting, or # 83660 that tries to stop sway after it has started. Part # 83660 would have to be disengaged when backing up or in inclement weather.

You will also need a compatible ball. For a 2 inch ball I recommend # A-90 and for a 2-5/16 inch ball I recommend # 19286. The included shank in the weight distribution system has a max rise of 7 inches and max drop of 1-1/4 inches. Other shanks are available separately if more rise or drop is needed.

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

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

If the trailer you plan on towing weighs more than half of the weight of the tow vehicle we recommend the use of weight distribution. The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup.…

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You are on the right track. You want to pick a weight distribution system that the tongue weight range of your trailer will fall right into the middle of. The amount of chain links on a system like the #RP66541 is how the spring tension is adjusted.…

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The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup when it is loaded and ready to tow. This figure also includes the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. I attached…

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The system that you bought from us 5 years ago was #RP66541 and it is still the same now as it was then! This means that you can replace your 800 pound spring bars with the 1,200 pound bars. For a single bar it is #RP66009. You would need 2 of them…

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Anytime the weight of the trailer is more than 50 percent of the weight of the tow vehicle a weight distribution system will be a great idea. You are at that figure easily so you would benefit from using a WD system. The best way to pick out a weight…

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When using a weight distribution system on a trailer the weight on the axles will stay the same. The tongue weight of the trailer will be distributed from being basically all on the rear axle of the tow vehicle to being also on the front axle of the…

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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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Answer 8

I would love to help you upgrade the suspension on your Twilight 2800 travel trailer. The MORryde Rubber Equalizers for Tandem Axle Trailers #MR87ZR that you referenced are a great solution but we do need to double check a few things. First is that…

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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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Weight distribution works to distribute the tongue weight of a trailer up to the front axle of the tow vehicle so that it will sit more level and handle/brake better. That being said the systems do not "reduce" tongue weight or allow you to…

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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

Hey Dennis, we have a replacement 7-way plug with the part #A7WCB which would work great to replace your damaged one. I attached a diagram for 7-ways for you to check out as well.

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