Recommended Reese Strait-Line Weight Distribution System  

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If the gross trailer weight (GTW) is over the 50% of your gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), the use of a weight distribution system is recommended. In order to be sure you are choosing the correct weight distribution system, you will want to find the total tongue weight of your towing setup by adding the tongue weight of both your loaded and ready to tow trailer and any cargo stored behind the rear axle of your truck.

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 distribution 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.

For a total tongue weight between 200-600 lbs I recommend using the Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w Sway Control part # RP66082. For a total weight between 400-800 lbs I recommend using the Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w Sway Control part # RP66083 and for a total weight between 600-1,200 lbs I recommend the Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w Sway Control part # RP66084. For a 2-5/16" hitch ball you will want to use part # 19286.

I have included a review video of the Reese Strait-Line system for you as well.

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