Compatability of Weight Distribution System for 2009 Toyota Tacoma Pulling a 2008 Bayside Trailer
Question:
I own a 08 Bayside trailer. I tow with a 09 Tacoma 6,000lbtowing cap. When I hook up my truck seems to go down a bit. Was wondering if a weight control woulkd help the load? I want to travel with a 1200cc motorcycle and when loaded it is not level?
asked by: Bill
Expert Reply:
You are on the right track. A weight distribution system will transfer the load to your vehicle and trailer axles and level out the load.
The weight distribution system you will need will depend on the tongue weight of your trailer fully loaded and ready to travel. One of our best weight distribution systems is the Reese High Performance Trunnion System, item # RP66020. Which has a tongue weight ratings of 600 and 800 pounds respectively. When selecting a weight distribution system a higher weight rating than your tongue weight will cause a stiff ride and will not provide added benefit so you will want to know your tongue weight and select a system with a range that your tongue weight falls into.
With these weight distribution systems you can also add the Dual Cam Sway Control, item # RP26002, to help control sway when in high winds or when large trucks are passing.
Along with these weight distribution systems you will need a weight distribution shank, item # RP54970, and a properly sized hitch ball, item # 19286 or # A-90.
Products Referenced in This Question
2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-3/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 12,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2-5/16 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-3/4 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 12000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- Draw-Tite
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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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Reese Dual Cam High-Performance Sway Control for Steel Trailer Frames
- Accessories and Parts
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Sway Control Parts
- Reese
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Reese Weight Dist Shank - 12-1/4" Long - 2" Drop to 6-1/2" Rise - 1,500 lbs TW
- Accessories and Parts
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Shanks
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Round - 2 Inch Drop
- Trunnion - 1 Inch Drop
- Round - 5 Inch Rise
- Trunnion - 6 Inch Rise
- Reese
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Reese Weight Distribution w/out Shank - Trunnion Bar - 6,000 lbs GTW, 600 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD Only
- No Sway
- Shank Not Included
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 300 lbs
- 400 lbs
- 500 lbs
- Reese
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Reese Weight Distribution w/out Shank - Trunnion Bar - 8,000 lbs GTW, 800 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD Only
- No Sway
- Shank Not Included
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 500 lbs
- 600 lbs
- 700 lbs
- Reese
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