Weight Distribution and Brake Controller Recommendation for 2010 Chevy Silverado 1500

Question:

Looking for a weight distribution hitch gps a 2010 1500 silverado with factory tow package the camper is 4300lbs with a tongue weight of 433 and its about 26 ft long including tongue and I also need brake controller as well and would like to be able to back with the stabiler on Thank you

asked by: Michael C

Helpful Expert Reply:

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.

For a tongue weight of 433 lbs the Strait Line system part # RP66082 would be a great option as it has a tongue weight range of 200 to 600 lbs. It also features the only sway control system that is designed to fight sway before it starts. With this system you can back up as long as you are backing up mainly straight. If you need to jackknife the trailer you'd have to disconnect the spring bars.

For a 2 inch ball you would want part # A-90 and for a 2-5/16 inch ball # 19286.

For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller part # 90885. This is our best selling brake controller because of how well it works and how easy it is to setup. This is a proportional brake controller that senses the amount of braking the tow vehicle is applying and applies a proportionate amount to the trailer brakes. This will be the last brake controller you buy. It can easily be transferred to future vehicles as well.

This installs by wiring to the wires you have under the dash of your truck. Check out the install video I attached below to see how it installs.