Can Equal-i-Zer # EQ37100ET be Used on Trailer with 600 lb Tongue Weight

Question:

I have F150 which weights 4950 lbs. I plan to buy a trailer weighting 5,300 Lbs with 600 lb tongue weight Total truck and trailer weight loaded, about 12,000 lbs I have a Equal-I-zer p/n: EQ37100ET that can use. 1,000 Tongue 10k max weight Question is: Is this EQ hitch too heavy duty for my use? Thanks!

asked by: Craig W

Expert Reply:

The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup when it is loaded and ready to tow. This figure also includes the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. I attached a help article on determining tongue weight for you to check out as well. You will want the loaded tongue weight of your setup to fall right in the middle of the tongue weight range of the system you use.

The part # EQ37100ET that you referenced has a tongue weight range of 600-1,000 lbs so technically if you are 600 lbs or slightly above that you would be fine but the risk you run into with running a system that's rated too high is that you'll end up with a pretty harsh ride quality.

expert reply by: Jameson C