Recommendation For Preventing Rear Suspension Sag When Towing With 2020 Volkswagen Atlas W/ Tow PKG

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Question:

Hi, we have a new 2021 VW Atlas V6 w tow package and a trailer brake installed. VW does not recommend using a weight distribution hitch - and we have a 20 foot Geo Pro that weighs about 3100 lbs empty - we towed it last summer with an older MDX and used a WDH and it was no problem. What set up do you recommend for the VW as we are worried about sag and excessive weight on the rear axel. Any advice you have would be appreciated. Thx

asked by: Chris

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Expert Reply:

I do have an option to help prevent sag in your rear suspension when towing your trailer that does not include a weight distribution system for your 2021 Volkswagen Atlas.

The option I recommend is adding the Firestone Coil-Rite Air Helper Springs # F4175 which install inside of your rear coil springs and allow you to air them up with up to 35 PSI of air to help support your rear suspension when the weight of your trailer is attached and can be aired down to 5 PSI when not towing to keep a smooth ride. Suspension enhancement does not increase the capabilities of your vehicle, it will just help support the additional weight from towing and lead to a more comfortable and safe ride.

I included a video of the Firestone Coil-Rite # F4175 for you to take a look at.

expert reply by: Samuel C

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Answer 1

To attach the Yakima item #Y44ZR to your 2023 VW Atlas you will need the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver item #C24ER. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Atlas with included hardware. It will provide you with a class III 2" receiver that has…

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Weight distribution systems put a bit more torque on the hitch and frame of the vehicle due to the spring bars pulling up pretty hard on the head of the system. Not every vehicle/hitch is going to be heavy duty enough to allow this and not…

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Answer 3

I would be happy to help you. We hear this complaint quite often about dealerships not wanting to install after market wiring for random reasons because they want you to purchase theirs usually. The Curt Shock Absorbing Towing Kit w/ Sway Control and…

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The biggest pro to using one valve stem to maintain air pressure in an air bag kit is that you always know that both bags will have an equal amount of pressure in them. If you have an application where equal pressure on both sides is always the norm…

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It sounds like you are looking to use a weight distribution system on a 2018 Volkswagen Atlas. If that is the case then we do have some great options for you. The Reese Weight Distribution System part #RP66542 and Curt MV Weight Distribution System…

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It would be a great idea to use an anti-sway system with your 2018 Volkswagen Atlas and small single axle travel trailer. The smaller single axle trailers are actually more prone to sway than the larger tandem and triple axle trailers due to the lack…

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The best hitch for your 2023 Volkswagen Atlas is going to be the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch item #76176. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your VW with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 6,000 lbs towing…

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Answer 8

While there is no way to attach an anti sway system to the Glyder for Gen-Y part #325-GH-12005. I do have a solution for you. You can use the Convert-A-Ball Dual-Cushioned, Adjustable Ball Mount part #CAB-UM which isn't as clean looking of a…

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Answer 9

I took a look at the owner's manual for your 2022 Volkswagen Atlas and it states, "Never install weight distributing or load equalizing ball mounts. The vehicle was not designed for these types of trailer hitches. The trailer hitch could…

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Answer 10

You would need to have spring bars on a weight distribution system in order to use dual-cam sway control #RP26002. Without a bar attached to it the dual-cam system cannot work. For sway control only you will need to use a friction bar like #83660.…

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Answer 11

To actuate the brakes on your Trailmanor camper, you would indeed need to install a brake controller. If the factory tow package on your Flex includes the OEM 7-way on the back bumper, the install would be plug-and-play, using the #22292 Brake…

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Answer 12

Absolutely! Starting with the trailer hitch, I recommend the Curt Class III Receiver Hitch #C13366. This Class III hitch is confirmed to fit your 2018 VW Atlas and will use existing holes in its frame for a no-drill installation. It will provide you…

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