Should I Use A Weight Distribution System Or Air Bags For Tongue Weight Of 2000 Lbs
Question:
I have a 2016 f250 6.2l gas truck. I want to haul my 1100 lbs golf cart in the bed of the truck while towing my travel trailer. Tounge weight on the travel trailer is 800 lbs. should I install 5k lb air bags OR get a WDH with 2000 lb raiting?
asked by: Mike
Expert Reply:
In order to use your 2016 Ford F-250 to pull your travel trailer with a tongue weight of 800lbs along with your 1100lb golf cart in the bed of your truck, you will want to go with a weight distribution system instead of air bags. A good rule of thumb is that you should always use a weight distribution system if your trailer weight is more than 50% of your vehicle's weight. You will need to add up the weight of the cargo in the bed of your truck that is behind the rear axle; this gets added to the trailer's tongue weight. You will likely have a total tongue weight of around 1,000lbs minimum.
I recommend the Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control # C17501. This has a tongue weight range of 1,000-1,500lbs and a max gross towing weight of 15,000lbs. A 2-5/16" ball is included. This setup will be more effective when towing, compared to air bags, as this will evenly distribute the weight over the axles of your truck and trailer for more stability and control.
Never exceed the towing capacity of your vehicle or receiver. I have attached a demonstration video for this system.
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Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion - 15,000 lbs GTW, 1,500 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 1100 lbs
- 1200 lbs
- 1300 lbs
- 1400 lbs
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