How to Figure Out Which Weight Distribution Hitch to Use With 2017 Rockwood Mini Lite 2104S

Question:

We are trying to figure out the best weight distribution hitch for our 2017 Rockwood mini lite 2104s. Thinking of Reese stedi flex. Is this a good choice? Tow vehicle is Toyota Tacoma.

asked by: Lynn

Expert Reply:

A Reese Steadi-Flex such as # RP66559 is a high-quality system that uses friction within the brackets to keep sway to a minimum. The brackets simply clamp on so you will not have to drill in your trailer frame, and the head unit can be tilted much easier than other systems due to its use of preset positions (as opposed to the traditional method of adding washers).

To choose the correct Steadi-Flex weight distribution system you will first need to know your total tongue weight (TTW), which is the tongue weight of your fully loaded and ready to go 2017 Rockwood Mini Lite 2104S plus the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of your 2017 Toyota Tacoma.

The tongue weight is typically between 10% and 15% of your trailer's GVWR but you'll want to verify it by using a scale such as the etrailer # e99044 or by using one of the methods outlined in the help article on determining tongue weight I've linked for you. From there, simply add on the weight of the cargo behind the rear axle of your tow vehicle and you'll have your TTW. The ideal system would be one in which your TTW would fall somewhere in the middle of the weight distribution system's tongue weight capacity.

For example, the Reese Steadi-Flex # RP66559 has a range of 500 lbs and 1,000 lbs so if your total tongue weight was in the 750 lb range this would be a great option. I looked up your 2017 Rockwood Mini Lite 2104S and from my research its GVWR was just over 6,000 lbs so your total tongue weight could be anywhere in the 750 lb to 1,000 lb range depending on the cargo you have behind your Tacoma's rear axle.

The other option that could work for you is the Steadi-Flex # RP66560, which has a tongue weight capacity between 600 lbs and 1,200 lbs so if your total tongue weight was in the 900 lb - 1,000 lb range this would be an optimal choice.

The only other thing to keep in mind is that this system will require a hitch ball, either # A-90 for a 2" ball or # 19286 for a 2-5/16" ball.