Recommended Weight Distribution System For 2011 Tacoma Pulling Trailer Weight Of 5900-6200 lbs

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I have a 2011 Tacoma, V6 see image. I am towing a car hauler with a jeep on it. The loaded trailer weight is anywhere between 5900 and 6200 lbs.. Will the C17500 work with this set up? I realize the tongue weight may be a little light for the hitch, but I like the design and would like to use it if I can.

asked by: Gordon L

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The Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion - 10,000 lbs GTW, 1,000 lbs TW # C17500 is probably a good fit for your 2011 Tacoma and trailer with Jeep.

For a weight distribution system, you want to use the loaded tongue weight (usually 10-15% of the total weight) along with any cargo behind the rear axle of your truck to get the total tongue weight rating. If I go with the 15% number and let that include any cargo in your truck behind the rear axle, then this is a great system for you with the total tongue weight range between 800 and 1000 lbs.

For a system with a wider range, I recommend the Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion - 10K GTW, 1K TW # RP66559. This will give you a range of 500 to 1000 lbs which will help if you transport the trailer without the Jeep loaded as well as will handle sway a little better with the automotive grade friction pads integrated into the system.

With either system you will need a hitch ball like # 19286 for 2-5/16 inch ball or # A-90 for a 2 inch ball.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Trailer frame made of angle iron do not have enough surface area to safely attach snap-up brackets like those included with system #RP66542. But what you can do is use bolt on brackets #RP58305. You could get multiple sets of these for your trailers…

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With your trailer having a 7,000 pound rating, the Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion - 10,000 lbs GTW, 1,000 #C17500 may not be the best option for you. Typically the tongue weight of a trailer will be 10% of its…

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The Replacement Equal-i-Zer Sway Control Bracket part #EQ95-01-5600 is the correct bracket replacement kit for an Equal-i-zer with a 10k trailer weight capacity like the #EQ37101ET.

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Determining the correct rise or drop for your Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution System #BXW1000 is going to be the same method as determining rise or drop for a standard ball mount. You will just need to measure from the ground to the top of your…

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Since the bolt hole spacing is a standard 1-1/4 inches on center, you could certainly use the #BXW4000 shank in place of the one included with the #BXW1006 SwayPro system.

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the vehicle…

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You're welcome Chris! Sounds like you've more then got the hitch covered. I can not think of a better option then the TorkLift SuperHitch Magnum Trailer Hitch item #TL74FR. You will be able to pull anything and everything with this hitch and…

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