Weight Distribution Hitch For 4,000 lb GVWR Camper Trailer
Question:
Are all wd hitches created equal? New to hauling a camper. Previous owner gave me a hitch that was “extended” and welded in place, because his truck sat higher, see pictures. I have a 2017 Titan and it does not sit high. I have drug this hitch twice on the road in the past two weeks. I would rather buy the receiver piece an not have to install a whole new wd hitch, unless it would save me a decent amount of money. Camper is very light 4000ish lbs gross weight. 2500ish dry. The ball is 2” so I probably don’t need the biggest baddest thing on the market. I have always found your website full of info but I have been swamped with work and have not had time to drill down and research a whole lot. Planning on camping next weekend and I would like to have this resolved before then. Thanks
asked by: James
Expert Reply:
Thank you for the photos they were really helpful, and you will need a new weight distribution hitch due to the shank being welded onto the head unit. While I realize it's not idea, the reason for that is parts aren't interchangeable between manufacturers. So what I recommend for your 4,000 lb GVWR camper is a weight distribution hitch from Fastway:
- Fastway e2 Weight Distribution with 2-Point Sway Control # FA94-00-0600
This Fastway system is easily the best value among weight distribution hitches, with a unique combination of relative cost-effectiveness and high quality. The e2 is also easy to set up because of its clamp-on brackets, especially compared to systems that use chains, saving you a lot of of time.
It has outstanding sway control created by friction at two points on the brackets and is going to give you a much more controlled, safer ride than other options. As you can see by the hundreds of reviews on the product page, our customers who have used it have given it a nearly 5-star rating. It comes with a shank but you will need a hitch ball as well:
- 2" Hitch Ball # A-90
I have added a link below to a video review for you to check out as well of the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution with 2-Point Sway Control # FA94-00-0600.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control - Round - 6,000 lbs GTW, 600 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
- 500 lbs
- Fastway
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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
- Class V
- CURT
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