Recommended Weight Distribution System for 2018 Keystone Summerland 1750RD

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Hi Chris I forgot to mention that I have a steel flatbed on my F250, does that change your recommendation? I was also thinking that I may need more than a maximum TW of 800# What is the difference between the one you recommended FA92-00-0800 and FA 94-00-1000?

asked by: Dan F

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The most important thing to consider when picking out a weight distribution system is the total tongue weight of your setup. This number includes the loaded tongue weight of the trailer (as if it's ready for a trip) along with any added cargo weight you might have loaded behind the rear axle of your F-250. Ideally this number falls comfortably within the operating range of the system you choose.

Based on my research your 2018 Keystone Summerland 1750RD Trailer does indeed have an empty weight of 3,225 pounds like you mentioned but its GVWR is 4.400 pounds, which represents the most it can weigh when fully loaded. Since a trailer's tongue weight should be 10 to 15 percent of its total weight, we can estimate a loaded tongue weight of around 440 to 660 pounds.

I do agree that the Reese Strait-Line Weight Distribution System # RP66074 you referenced, which features a tongue weight capacity of 600 to 1,200 pounds might be a tad over-rated. For the total tongue weight range you're looking at the better option is with the lower rated Reese Strait-Line # RP66083, which has a tongue weight capacity of 400 to 800 pounds. This matches up to your potential range perfectly.

The Reese Strait-Line System is a great choice because of its superior self-adjusting sway control that not only quickly stops sway once it starts but also works to prevent it from happening at all. This does allow backing up and is electric brake compatible. The only thing you will need to add is a compatible hitch ball like the 2 inch # A-90 or the 2-5/16 inch # 19286.

I have attached a short video demonstration that you can check out as well.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Dan F.

7/9/2019

Thanks Chris ! I really do not want to drill holes in my trailer. Do you sell another one that meets my needs?

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Chris R.

7/9/2019

I have a great option for you. I highly recommend taking a look at the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution System # FA92-00-0800 that uses clamp-on brackets that attach to the trailer frame so you don't have to drill into it at all. This system features integrated 2-Point sway control to greatly reduce any side-to-side movement and its 400 to 800 pound tongue weight capacity is still a great match for your setup. I have attached a video review on this system that you can also check out.

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Dan F.

7/10/2019

Hi Chris I forgot to mention that I have a steel flatbed on my F250, does that change your recommendation? I was also thinking that I may need more than a maximum TW of 800# What is the difference between the one you recommended FA92-00-0800 and FA 94-00-1000?

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Chris R.

7/10/2019

The flat bed on your F-250 won't have any effect on the weight distribution system so there's no issue there. If you're concerned about possibly exceeding the 800 pound tongue weight limit on the Fastway # FA92-00-0800 then you could certainly go up to the Fastway # FA92-00-1000, which features a tongue weight capacity range of 600 to 1,000 pounds. You don't want to over-do it by a lot but having a system that's slightly over-rated won't have any negative effect on your ride or the system's operation. The difference between this system and the # FA94-00-1000 that you mentioned is the type of spring bars that are used. This particular system uses round bars while the # FA92-00-1000 I recommended uses square trunnion bars. The primary difference here is that round bars angle down below the weight distribution head before making their way to the trailer frame brackets which has the potential of creating some ground clearance problems. That is why I always recommend going with a trunnion bar setup.

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Answer 1

Unless you plan on adding over 150 lbs in the bed of your 2015 Ford F-250 Super Duty I recommend going with the Fastway e2 #FA92-00-0600 as the Tongue Weight (TW) capacity of 600 lbs is a good spot to be at. Even though the e2 #FA92-00-0800 system…

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Answer 2

In order to determine the rating of the weight distribution system you need, you'll need to determine the trailer's tongue weight when it's fully loaded and ready to tow. To that weight, you'll also want to add the weight of anything…

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Answer 3

The frame brackets of the Reese weight distribution system part #RE94FR can fit frame heights of up to 8 inches. There isn't a minimum listed since you could always use a metal spacer to take up extra room as needed if the frame height was…

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To determine if you need rise, you will measure from the inside top of the receiver on your vehicle and then from the ground to the bottom of the coupler on the trailer. This should be done on as level a surface as possible. The difference will tell…

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When choosing the best weight distribution system for your trailer you will want your total tongue weight (TTW) which is composed of the loaded ready to tow weight of the trailer by any cargo stored behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle to fall in…

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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…

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With most weight distribution systems (including this Reese kit part #RE94FR), you can back up with the spring bars connected as long as you are backing up mostly straight, but if you are going to angle the trailer and tow vehicle sharply you need to…

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Long story short, the #RE94FR DOES provide sway control. The Reese 49912 Reese Pro Round Bar Weight Distribution which we offer as part #RE94FR offers effective weight distribution for trailers with tongue weights ranging from 400-800 lbs and offers…

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When choosing the weight distribution system that will suit your needs best, you want to try and get your loaded tongue weight as close to the middle of the system's capacities as possible. A system with too little capacity will be ineffectual…

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Answer 10

From the weights you provided, I would actually suggest the Fastway e2 #FA92-00-0800. This will have a maximum tongue weight of 800 pounds and a minimum tongue weight of 400 pounds. What you really want to do to get the correct weight distribution…

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Answer 11

While your Grand Design Imagine 21BHE is lighter weight it does weigh more than half the weight of your tow vehicle so a weight distribution system will be a great idea and I would recommend you go with one. You'll have better ride quality,…

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You will want to go with a higher capacity weight distribution system. For a system to be effective you want the tongue weight of the trailer to fall right into the middle of the tongue weight range of the system. Your 610 lbs of tongue weight is…

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