Weight Distribution and Sway Control Recommendation for 2007 Coleman Fleetwood Niagara

Question:

I have a 2004 Chevy Avalanche I am going to be towing a 2007 Coleman Fleetwood Niagara I have just installed a braking system in the tow vehicle and Im curious to know if I also need a sway bar and weight distribution on the pop up

asked by: Deborah L

Helpful Expert Reply:

If the trailer you plan on towing weighs more than half of the weight of the tow vehicle we recommend the use of weight distribution. Which I looked up the weight of your 2007 Coleman Fleetwood Niagara and it's right at 3,970 lbs which would easily be heavy enough where a WD system would be a great idea.

The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup. You should note that the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of your vehicle should be considered tongue weight as well. I attached an FAQ on determining tongue weight for you to check out.

The weight distribution system I recommend is the Strait Line part # RP66082 which has a tongue weight range of 200-600 lbs which would ideal for the weight of your trailer and features the only sway control that works to fight sway before it starts.

For a 2 inch ball you would want part # A-90 and for a 2-5/16 inch ball # 19286.

expert reply by: Jameson C