Weight Distribution Hitch Recommendation for 1997 Chevy Suburban that Sags When Towing
Question:
Hi, I have a 97 suburban and when I hook up my trailer, the rear of the suburban drops. I dont know the weight of the trailer or the tongue weight. The trailer is level but the rear of the suburban drops. Would a weight distribution hitch help and what do you recommend? Thanks
asked by: Jerry L
Helpful Expert Reply:
A weight distribution system would be exactly what your setup needs. They are designed to distribute some of the tongue weight that is causing the rear of your vehicle to sag up to the front axle of the vehicle which helps level it. It also improves handling and braking performance.
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 a help article on determining tongue weight for you to check out as well. You will want the loaded tongue weight of your setup to fall right in the middle of the tongue weight range of the system you use.
Once you know your tongue weight you will want to check out the link I attached that has all of the weight distribution systems we carry. You will be able to select your tongue weight from the filters to see what would be rated for your setup.
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Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 8,000 lbs GTW, 800 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 500 lbs
- 600 lbs
- 700 lbs
- Reese
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