Recommended Reese Strait-Line Weight Distrubtion/Sway Control for 7800 lb GVWR Travel Trailer

Question:

I have a 2015 Dodge Ram and need a good sway control system. Below are the specs for my camper. I am looking at the Strait-Line Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control - No Shank - Trunnion Bar - 12K GTW, 1,200 lbs TW. Would this be a good fit? Dimensions Length29.75 ft. 357 in. Width8 ft. 96 in. Height11.17 ft. 134 in. Interior Height6.67 ft. 80 in. Weight Dry Weight6,036 lbs. Payload Capacity1,828 lbs. Hitch Weight 864 lbs.

asked by: Timothy S

Helpful Expert Reply:

Thanks for providing those details, that makes life much easier!

To choose the correctly rated weight distribution system for your camper, you'll need to determine the trailer's tongue weight when loaded up as you'd typically tow it. This should also include the weight of anything you have stowed in the truck bed behind the rear axle. I'll link to a help article that explains a few ways to do this, but the easiest way would be to use a tongue weight scale like the etrailer, part # e99044.

Given the dry weight and payload capacity, I can make a real good educated guess on your likely tongue weight range. You'll be somewhere between 700 and 1100 lbs, which would make the Reese
Strait-Line system you'd looked at, part # RP66074 perfect. The system has an effective range of 600-1100 lbs, which would be ideal for your camper. The Strait-Line is the most effective sway control system we offer, so it'll work great for you.

I've linked to some product videos that you might find helpful.

expert reply by: Mike L