Best Weight Distribution System to Use when Testing Out Multiple Travel Trailers
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Since there is going to be a variety of trailers, getting something that will fit all of the applications is difficult. Don't worry, though. We have you covered. The best one for you is going to be the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution System, part # FA92-00-0800. This one can support tongue weights from 400 - 800 pounds. Going up to 800 pounds is important because once you load the trailer of those 600-pound tongue weight ones, the tongue weight will go up. You may even be able to load that extra gear of yours in the trailer so long as the tongue weight doesn't exceed 800 pounds. The e2 allows backing up and has 2-point sway control while also featuring a fairly easy assembly. You will need hitch balls to complete the setup. I recommend getting both a 2" ball, part # A-90, and a 2-5/16" ball, part # A-6, since the required ball will be one of those two on each trailer. If you already have your brake controller figured out (the Curt Echo, part # C51180, is a fantastic one), then there are only 2 other pieces that I would recommend to ensure you are caught wishing you already had them. The first is tongue scale so you can ensure that each new trailer is loaded to fit within the e2's 400 - 800-pound range. I recommend the etrailer Tongue Weight Scale for Campers and Utility Trailers, part # e99044. It has a maximum capacity of 2000 pounds, so it will easily measure your 400 - 800-pound tongue weights. The second is a substitute shank for your e2 WD system. Since there will be a variety of trailers, there will be a variety of coupler heights. To ensure you can accommodate the best range, I recommend the Curt Weight Distribution Shank, part # C17121. It provides a 5" drop and 11-1/4" rise, so it should be able to handle any of the coupler heights you come across. I've linked to video reviews of each of these parts below.
asked by: Joe A
Expert Reply:
Since there is going to be a variety of trailers, getting something that will fit all of the applications is difficult. Don't worry, though. We have you covered.
The best one for you is going to be the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution System, part # FA92-00-0800. This one can support tongue weights from 400 - 800 pounds. Going up to 800 pounds is important because once you load the trailer of those 600-pound tongue weight ones, the tongue weight will go up. You may even be able to load that extra gear of yours in the trailer so long as the tongue weight doesn't exceed 800 pounds.
The e2 allows backing up and has 2-point sway control while also featuring a fairly easy assembly.
You will need hitch balls to complete the setup. I recommend getting both a 2" ball, part # A-90, and a 2-5/16" ball, part # A-6, since the required ball will be one of those two on each trailer.
If you already have your brake controller figured out (the Curt Echo, part # C51180, is a fantastic one), then there are only 2 other pieces that I would recommend to ensure you are caught wishing you already had them.
The first is tongue scale so you can ensure that each new trailer is loaded to fit within the e2's 400 - 800-pound range. I recommend the etrailer Tongue Weight Scale for Campers and Utility Trailers, part # e99044. It has a maximum capacity of 2000 pounds, so it will easily measure your 400 - 800-pound tongue weights.
The second is a substitute shank for your e2 WD system. Since there will be a variety of trailers, there will be a variety of coupler heights. To ensure you can accommodate the best range, I recommend the Curt Weight Distribution Shank, part # C17121. It provides a 7" drop and 10-1/2" rise, so it should be able to handle any of the coupler heights you come across.
I've linked to video reviews of each of these parts below.
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2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 10,000 lbs
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- 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
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Curt Weight Distribution Shank - 12" Long - 7-1/2" or 7" Drop - 1,500 lbs TW
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- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Round - 7 Inch Drop
- Trunnion - 7 Inch Drop
- Round - 11 Inch Rise
- Trunnion - 10 Inch Rise
- CURT
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Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller - 7-Way Plug Mount w/ Bluetooth App - 1 to 2 Axle - Proportional
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- Proportional Controller
- Hidden
- Up to 2 Axles
- Smartphone Display
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etrailer Tongue Weight Scale for Campers and Utility Trailers - 2,000-lb Capacity
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- Analog Scale
- 2000 lbs
- etrailer
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Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control - Trunnion - 12,000 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW
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- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 1000 lbs
- 1100 lbs
- 900 lbs
- Fastway
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- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 600 lbs
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Joe A.
2/17/2021
Since there is going to be a variety of trailers, getting something that will fit all of the applications is difficult. Don't worry, though. We have you covered. The best one for you is going to be the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution System, part # FA92-00-0800. This one can support tongue weights from 400 - 800 pounds. Going up to 800 pounds is important because once you load the trailer of those 600-pound tongue weight ones, the tongue weight will go up. You may even be able to load that extra gear of yours in the trailer so long as the tongue weight doesn't exceed 800 pounds. The e2 allows backing up and has 2-point sway control while also featuring a fairly easy assembly. You will need hitch balls to complete the setup. I recommend getting both a 2" ball, part # A-90, and a 2-5/16" ball, part # A-6, since the required ball will be one of those two on each trailer. If you already have your brake controller figured out (the Curt Echo, part # C51180, is a fantastic one), then there are only 2 other pieces that I would recommend to ensure you are caught wishing you already had them. The first is tongue scale so you can ensure that each new trailer is loaded to fit within the e2's 400 - 800-pound range. I recommend the etrailer Tongue Weight Scale for Campers and Utility Trailers, part # e99044. It has a maximum capacity of 2000 pounds, so it will easily measure your 400 - 800-pound tongue weights. The second is a substitute shank for your e2 WD system. Since there will be a variety of trailers, there will be a variety of coupler heights. To ensure you can accommodate the best range, I recommend the Curt Weight Distribution Shank, part # C17121. It provides a 5" drop and 11-1/4" rise, so it should be able to handle any of the coupler heights you come across. I've linked to video reviews of each of these parts below.