Weight Distribution/Sway Control For a 2009 Ford F-150 Towing a 4,000 Pound Trailmanor Trailer

Question:

I have a 2009 Ford F150 Lariat 4 door w/ a 2004 #2720 Trailmanor trailer. Trailer wt= aprox 4000# w/350# tw. What weight /sway control would you reccomend? Would a Strait-Line # RP66086 work? Thank you for your reply

asked by: Dave L

Expert Reply:

For a trailer with 350 pounds of tongue weight, the Strait-Line Weight Distribution System, # RP66086, would be a good choice. It has a tongue weight capacity range of 200 to 600 pounds which puts your trailer tongue weight in the middle of that range and that is right were you want to be.

You will also want to keep in mind that when calculating tongue weight, you also have to factor in the weight of anything loaded behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. I have included a link to our FAQ article on weight distribution and sway control for you.

The weight distribution system you have selected comes with the adjustable shank, so you will only need a properly sized ball to complete the set up. For a 2-5/16 inch diameter ball use # 19286. For a 2 inch diameter ball use # A-90. I have included links to the installation details for you as well.

expert reply by: Michael H