Recommended Weight Distribution System for 16,000 lb Equipment Trailer

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I have a 2016 Ford F350 single rear wheel diesel. I am looking to purchase an equipment trailer with a 16,000# GVW and it appears that I need a hitch with weight distribution to be legal. Is there a system available with a pintle hitch or what are my options? I have not purchased the trailer yet, but I believe the beam is 8.

asked by: Tim R

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For your 2016 Ford F-350 Diesel, I recommend removing your factory hitch and installing the TorkLift SuperHitch Magnum Trailer Hitch Receiver # TLF1002-30. This is a confirmed fit for your truck and really the only way to get your weight distribution compatible with that trailer size at the bumper.

Then you will use the TorkLift SuperHitch Everest Weight Distribution System # TLWD1000 with Adjustable Shank XL for TorkLift SuperHitch Everest Weight Distribution # TLM9011 or # TLM9010 depending on the drop needed for level transport. You will also need hitch ball # C40085. This system is rated for total tongue weight between 1,500 lbs and 3,000 lbs. The total tongue weight is the loaded tongue weight of the trailer (typically 10-15% of the trailer) as well as any cargo behind the rear axle of your F-350.

To help your truck rear suspension, you may also consider using a suspension enhancement system like the Timbren Rear Springs # TFR350SDF. I've attached a couple articles to assist further.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

If you have 2 inch wide 7k slipper springs like the part #e74SR and your current axles are 38 inches apart on center the hanger kit part #HAP-105-205-01 that you referenced would be what you'd need.

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Answer 2

Normally trailer coupler height is around 17 inches, from the ground to the bottom of the coupler, and most hitch manufacturers design their hitches to work with a ball mount that will end up very close to this measurement. I am including a link to…

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Answer 3

I contacted MORryde and this does happen from time to time as the weight of the trailer can spread out the axles due to downward pressure on the springs/suspension. Odds are the 35" wheel base #MR27ZR will be the correct one for you, but they…

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Answer 4

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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Answer 5

To correctly measure a leaf spring, you'll want to jack the trailer up on jack stands so the axle is hanging freely, then measure directly across from the center of one spring eye to the other, as shown in the provided diagram. The height of the…

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Answer 6

Thank you for providing the specs for the suspension components that you already have. Correct hanger spacing really depends on the components being used such as springs, hangers and equalizers. Most of the hanger spacing dimensions that we have are…

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Answer 7

Well shackle length is mainly based on the height difference between the front and rear hangers. The rear hanger normally doesn't hang as low as the front so that the shackle can offset the difference and add the ability to move. What is the…

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Answer 8

For a single axle trailer, you want the shackle strap to be able to move so that you have the spring deflection needed for your suspension. Angled like the photo or even almost vertical is fine you just don't want the shackle strap to bind and…

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Answer 9

Yes, going from a 4 leaf to a 6 leaf spring would add slightly to your ride height. For example, if the current 4 leaf spring has 3/8" thick leaves, and you go to a 6 leaf spring with 3/8" thick leaves, you would be adding 3/4" of…

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Answer 10

Hey Patrick, so for your leaf spring upgrade I am going to need to know a couple of things before I can get you over to the right part. Specifically, the length from eye to eye, the spring width, leaf thickness, and the number of leaves. From here I…

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Answer 11

The hangers you currently have on your trailer are ones I have run into before. That being said, I spoke with MORryde and the #MR27ZR will still fit your trailer, but there is a modification that will need to be made. You’ll have to trim according to…

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Answer 12

When replacing shackle straps they should be the same length as the ones that were previously on your tandem axle trailer; replacing them with longer straps will result in additional play in your trailer suspension which could lead to additional wear…

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