Weight Distribution Hitch Recommendation for 2018 Ford Raptor Towing Airstream Globetrotter

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Hello, I have a Ford Raptor which rides high and I will be pulling an Airstream Globetrotter with 6500 pounds gross. What WDS hitch can I buy that will perform well and not sag the truck? Thank you in advance!

asked by: Nima N

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In order to choose the correct weight distribution system for your truck and trailer, it is really important to know your trailer's loaded and ready to tow tongue weight. Since this is the primary weight being distributed by a weight distribution system, it is the main factor in choosing a properly rated system.

If you end up towing your camper at it's max gross vehicle weight rating of 6,500 lbs, and the tongue weight falls between 10% and 15% of the total trailer weight, we can expect your trailer's tongue weight to be around 845 lbs.

At this weight, I recommend the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution w/ 4-Point Sway Control # EQ37101ET. This weight distribution system is designed to work with tongue weights between 600-1,000 lbs. Your trailer's tongue weight will likely come in in the mid-to-upper range of this which is ideal. The 4-point sway control will keep your trailer in line with your Raptor as you tow it down the road. The Equal-i-zer systems have a great reputation and are made here in the USA.

This system does not come with a shank, which is great in your situation with a higher-ride truck. You will likely need a shank that offers a greater drop than a standard shank offers. I have linked a help article that covers how to determine how much drop you will need. If you find you need 4 inch of drop or less, the Equal-i-zer shank # EQ90-02-4200 is a great option. They also have options for up to a 6 inch drop # EQ90-02-4300 and up to a 9 inch drop # EQ90-02-4400.

expert reply by: Victoria B

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Answer 1

There are shanks like the Curt Weight Distribution Shank, Item #C17123, with a maximum length of 12-1/2 inches but they are not exactly the same. The Fastway e2 Weight Distribution Shank, Item #FA92-02-4214, is one of those that is similar and has a…

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Answer 2

If you need exactly a 4 inch drop (or even up to 5-1/2 inches), then you will want the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution Shank #FA92-02-4214, but if you need just a little more than that you will want #FA92-02-4315 which will give you up to a 9-3/4 inch…

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The total height of the shank part #EQ90-02-4200 is 9-1/2 inches and not 9-12 inches. I apologize for any confusion there.

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Answer 4

In regards to the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution System part #FA92-00-0600, the only part of the system that will need to be removed when you are not towing are the spring bars. There is an L-pin that holds each spring bar in place. Once this is…

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Answer 5

Your weight distribution system uses a Shank #FA92-02-4100 that gives you a maximum 6-1/4" of rise and 2-1/4" of drop. I recommend using the Fastway Shank #FA92-02-4214. This will give you up to 10" of rise and 7-1/4" of drop with…

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Answer 6

Eight inches from the ground to the bottom of your weight distribution shank would be fine for most situations but like you've experienced turning into inclined driveways can cause it to drag. Your trailer must sit pretty low to call for your…

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I checked the install instructions for the Fastway E2 Weight Distribution Systems and they state to torque the spring bar hangers that attach to the channels of the frame to 65 ft lbs. If you under tighten them the hangers may "walk" along…

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Answer 8

According to Fastway all of the link plate bolts get tightened to 50-70 ft lbs of torque.

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Answer 9

The l-brackets on the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution Systems have not changed. As long as there are 6 bolt holes on the bracket then the Replacement Outer Link Plate part #FA93-02-5350 will work well for you. If you have an l-bracket with 8 bolt…

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Answer 10

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 11

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 12

Thank you for providing the specs for the suspension components that you already have. Correct hanger spacing really depends on the components being used such as springs, hangers and equalizers. Most of the hanger spacing dimensions that we have are…

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