Is Weight Distribution Needed for 2018 Chevy Colorado Towing Keystone Bullet Crossfire 1900RD
Question:
I currently own a 2018 Chevy Colorado 2.8 diesel z71. I just purchased a keystone bullet crossfire 1900 rd. Shipping Weight 3477 Carrying Capacity 1223 Hitch 490 Do I need a weight distribution hitch? I have airlift airbags on the pick up already
asked by: Samuel R
Expert Reply:
The general rule of thumb is that if your trailer weighs at least half of what the tow vehicle weighs, then the use of a weight distribution system is recommended. This applies regardless of whether the vehicle is equipped with air bags or not, since they serve different purposes. From my research, your 2018 Chevrolet Silverado Z71 2.8L Diesel, has a curb weight between 4,028 lbs and 4,476 lbs. Therefore, I highly suggest incorporating one to your set-up.
Based on the specs of your Keystone Bullet trailer, the system I recommend is the Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control Trunnion Bar # RP66083. It's designed to work with trailer tongue weights between 400 lbs - 800 lbs. This will put you right in the middle of this range, which is exactly what you're looking for. The Strait-Line also features a superior dual-cam sway control system which prevents trailer sway instead of just stopping it once it has begun, which is the case with a traditional friction sway control system.
If you don't already have one, you can use # A-6 for a 2-5/16 inch ball, or # A-90 for a 2 inch ball.
I've linked video at the bottom of the page goes over all the specs and details on the # RP66083.
Products Referenced in This Question
2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 10,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2-5/16 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-5/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- CURT
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2" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 10,000
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-5/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- CURT
more information >
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Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 8,000 lbs GTW, 800 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 500 lbs
- 600 lbs
- 700 lbs
- Reese
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