Correcting Trailer Sway and Rear End Sag for 1998 Toyota Tacoma Towing Pop-Up Camper
Question:
Hi, Im thinking about installing one of these suspension units on my truck to help with the rear end sitting down and preventing sway while towing a camper see photo. Can you confirm this is the correct unit for my pickup? I have a 98 Toyota Tacoma DLX, 2wd, 2.4L, auto. Unit Im inquiring about: RAS4521-ST Thanks.
asked by: Ken
Expert Reply:
The RoadActive Suspension Kit # RAS4521-ST that your referenced is the correct part number to fit your 1998 Toyota Tacoma. The Active Suspension is a great suspension enhancement system, but I have a better solution for you to correct your truck's sag and trailer sway while you are towing your camper.
The best solution is to use a weight distribution system, like the Equal-I-zer Weight Distribution System with 4-Point Sway Control, 6,000 Pounds GTW, 600 Pounds TW # EQ37060ET. A weight distribution system works to distribute the tongue weight of the trailer over both axles of the truck, rather than placing all of the weight on the rear axle. This also works to improve handling and braking performance while you are towing. Equal-I-zer uses a 4-point sway control system that uses steel-on-steel friction to fight sway at the spring bar arms and at the system's head. I really like this system because it will not require you to drill any holes in the frame of your trailer for installation.
The Equal-I-zer # EQ37060ET is designed for trailer's with tongue weights between 200-600 pounds. As long as your trailer's loaded and ready to tow tongue weight plus the weight of any cargo carrier behind the rear axle of your Tacoma falls within this range, the # EQ37060 system will work well for you.
If you find your tongue weigh is greater than this system's range, feel free to let me know and I will be happy to make a more specific recommendation for you.
Products Referenced in This Question
Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System w/ 4-Point Sway Control - 6,000 lbs GTW, 600 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 400 lbs
- 500 lbs
- Equal-i-zer
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RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit
- Vehicle Suspension
- Rear Axle Suspension Enhancement
- Leaf Springs
- Standard Duty
- RAS
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