Recommended Weight Distribution System and Trailer Hitch Receiver for a 2004 Honda Pilot

Question:

Pulling at rv that had a Gvwr of 3877 with a 2004 honda pilot ex. What size weight distribution and sway bar would i need? Also, i have need a hitch what size tw would i need with a 2 inch ball?

asked by: Greg

Expert Reply:

In order to choose the correct weight distribution system, you will need to find the total tongue weight of your towing setup by adding the tongue weight of both your loaded ready to tow trailer and any cargo stored behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle.

The average total tongue weight (TW) rating of a trailer is typically 10-15% of the gross trailer weight (GTW). An easy way to find this would involve using a tongue weight scale like the Trailer Tongue Weight Scale part # e99044. When choosing a weight distribution system, you will want your total tongue weight to fall in the middle of the weight distributions weight capacity. For example, the ideal weight distribution system for a total tongue weight of 600 lbs. is one that is rated for 400-800 lbs. of tongue weight.

If you total tongue weight is between 250- 600 lbs, I recommend using the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control part # FA92-00-0600 and part # FA92-00-0800 if your total tongue weight is between 500-800 lbs. Both of these systems come with a shank but you will need a 2" hitch ball with a 1-1/4" shank and for this I recommend the Pintle Hitch Ball part # 63018.

In order to use this weight discontinuation system you will need a Class III or above 2" hitch receiver such as the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 75599 which I have attached an installation video of for you.