Weight Distribution System Recommendation that Allows up to 5 inches of Drop for 4k Trailer
Question:
I am looking for the right sway control system to install on my 2003 Fleetwood Niagara Elite. My concern is that I currently have to use a hitch with a 5inch drop in order to level the camper and not scrap my driveway backing up the hill. Will the Reese Weight Distribution - RP66540 system work for me? Will it not sit too low to the ground? The trailer is just under 4,000 lbs. Thank you so much for the help!
asked by: Cynthia B
Helpful Expert Reply:
Since you need a 5 inch drop to tow your trailer you would actually want the shank-less version of the RP66540 that you referenced which would be part # RP66020. This will allow you to then buy a shank that would allow you to do up to 7-1/2 inches of drop like the part # C17121.
The system mentioned uses trunnion spring bars so it will give you the best possible ground clearance over the round bar setups.
For a 2 inch ball you would want part # A-90 and for a 2-5/16 inch ball # 19286.
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