Parts Needed for Towing a 3200 Pound Camper with a 2002 Chevy S-10

Question:

I read your question and answer segments and hope you can help. I have a 2002 S10 Crew Cab 4x4 with a tow capacity of 5200 lbs. I am considering a 24 lite weight camper with a dry weight of 3200 lbs. I currently pull a pop up on my bumper ball. Can you recommend a hitch,sway bar, etc I may need for this truck?

asked by: Tom

Expert Reply:

I would recommend the Draw-Tite Class III Trailer Hitch Receiver, part # 75051. The towing capacity of this hitch is 3,500 lbs, which gives you 300 lbs of capacity for extra gear on your trailer. If you think you might need more capacity than that, or are planning on carrying more than 300 lbs of gear, a weight distribution system would be needed.

For your situation, I would also recommend the Reese Heavy Duty Round Bar Weight Distribution System, part # RP66540, which will allow your vehicle to safely tow up to its 5200 lb capacity. This system is also compatible with the Dual Cam High Performance Sway Control, part # RP26002, which will actually prevent sway before it can occur.

expert reply by: Mike L