Comparing the 1,400 lb Steadi-Flex # RP66561 and the 1,200 lb Steadi-Flex # RP66560 WD Systems

Question:

Hi. I would like your expert opinion. My TT has a dry hitch weight of 845lbs. The GVWR of the trailer is 8200lbs. at 15 it gives me a 1230lbs TW. Would the steadi-flex 1200 lbs be adequate or should I consider the 1400lbs. Also, if I run the 1400 with less weight would it still preform well? If I go with the 1400lb steadi-flex is possible to swap out the 2inch shank with the 2.5inch RP54977 shank? Thank you.

asked by: Eric M

Expert Reply:

That is an excellent question. When you are trying to determine what Weight Distribution (WD) system to use, you need to add the Tongue Weight (TW) of your loaded and ready-to-go trailer, and any weight that is behind the rear axle of your tow vehicle. The best way to figure this out is to load everything up as if you were getting ready to go on a trip and then choose a WD system based off of that.

Another thing to keep in mind is that you want the TW of your loaded trailer plus the weight behind your rear axle to fall in-between the weight range of whatever WD system that you choose. Since the 1,200 lb Steadi-Flex WD System # RP66560 is right actually under the max TW of your trailer, I recommend going with the 1,400 lb option, part # RP66561. The 1,400 lb option actually has a range of 700-1,400 lbs so even if you were only towing your trailer, it would still fall inside that weight range. Keep in mind that if you do end up having a tongue weight of 1,230 lbs that it only leaves you 170 lbs of leeway for equipment that you can have behind your rear axle.

You can use the # RP54977 shank with either of these WD system options.

I have attached some links to some helpful articles and demonstration videos for you to reference as well.

expert reply by: Jon G