Can Weight Distribution be Used on Trailer with V-Nose

Question:

Hi, I just recently purchased a 24 V nose enclosed car hauler trailer and I almost bought a weight Distribution hitch but then realized that I wouldnt be able to mount the brackets on the trailer frame do to not having enough clearance for the brackerts and bars. I only have about 30inch from the V nose part of the trailer to the center of pin on hitch ball. I was wondering what would be a good hitch system that would fit on my trailer. Thank you in advance for your great advise.

asked by: Carlos

Expert Reply:

With V-nose trailer it does get a bit more interesting when installing a weight distribution system due to the available clearances but it's definitely still possible. The trick is to use bolt on hangers like the # RP58305 which attach to the frame behind the V-nose and give you the attachment point needed. Most chain hangers can't fit V-nose trailers since they require access above the trailer frame but with bolt on hangers that issue is bypassed since they just bolt directly to the side of the trailer. I attached a picture that shows what I mean.

With these hangers you'd be able to use the Strait Line kit part # RP66073 that you referenced which is widely considered to be one of the best setups around due to it's sway control that actively works to stop sway before it starts. For a version of this that comes with a shank we have the part # RP66083.

For a hitch ball you'd then need the # 19286 and you'd be set.

expert reply by: Jameson C