Recommended Weight Distribution Hitch For a 2022 Toyota Highlander Towing Kodiak Travel Trailer

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We have a Kodiak 172 E Travel Trailer. Loaded to the max it is 3850 lbs. We are looking at purchasing a 2022 Toyota Highlander AWD, V6 with the factory hitch installed. Would this be an adequate tow vehicle? Would you suggest a weight distribution hitch? Thank you

asked by: Mark P

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Yes, the 2022 Toyota Highlander AWD, V6 with the factory hitch installed will be an adequate tow vehicle for your Kodiak 172E travel trailer.

I do recommend using a Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System # EQ37060ET as it will offer you a safer more comfortable drive. On top of the weight distribution it offers to keep your Highlander level when you are towing for improved steering and braking, it also offers sway control to keep your Kodiak driving straight while experiencing windy conditions on the road. This system is rated for trailers up to 6,000lbs and with a tongue weight between 200 and 600lbs.

You will need a 1-7/8" 12pt Thin Walled Socket # ALL643216 to install the included 2" hitch ball that comes with the Equal-i-zer system. If your Kodiak requires a 2-5/16" Hitch Ball # EQ91-00-6100 be sure to get that as well. The Sway Bracket Jackets # EQ95-01-5150 can be used reduce the amount of noise created when turning and maneuvering if that worries you.

I did notice that your Highlander will only come with a 4-way flat connector and your Kodiak Trailer will have trailer brakes and require a 7-way connector to use a brake controller. To convert your 4-way to the 7-way you will need a Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7. This will allow for you to install a Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller # 90195 with the Pigtail Wiring Harness # 7894. I have linked an installation video where we installed this brake controller with the installation kit on a 2019 Highlander so that you understand what is involved in the installation to decide if you feel comfortable with the installation or would rather take it to a service center to have done.

expert reply by: Bud M

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Answer 1

The Reese Pro Round Bar Weight Distribution part #RE34FR only comes with a 2-5/16" hitch ball but you can purchase a 2" and swap it out yourself using the 2" Hitch Ball part #A-90. If you don't have the tools to…

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Answer 2

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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The distance from the hitch pin hole to the beginning of the reinforcing gusset of the shank provided with the #RE34FR Reese Weight Distribution Kit is 3-7/8 inches, as shown in the provided photo.

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Answer 4

For your 2021 Toyota Highlander Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C45CR is because it has a high towing and tongue weight capacities and cab be used with a weight distribution system if needed. The correct 4-way trailer wiring harness for your 2021…

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Answer 5

Since you already have a 4-way connector on your 2018 Toyota Highlander you need to use one of our adapter kits to convert it to a 7-way. If the trailer doesn't have brakes you only need to power its lights and the battery so you can use part…

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For the most reliable and safe connection possible, Curt recommends obtaining the power for the controller directly from the vehicle battery and running the circuit through a 30 amp breaker like what's provided with the #ETBC7. This way, you can…

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Your 2018 Shasta Oasis 18BH has a hitch weight of 349 lbs dry weight. When you look for a compatible weight distribution system, you want to consider the total tongue weight of your system. This includes the loaded tongue weight of your trailer as…

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You will need to use a standard weight distribution kit like the Heavy Duty Trunnion Weight Distribution System #RP66131 for your I-beam trailer. This system would be rated perfectly for your 10k trailer if it was going to be loaded near it's…

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Answer 9

The Reese weight distribution system part #RE94FR is the best value for your Rockwood Geo 19FD and would be what I would go with if I were you. It's just as effective as the Fastway e2 part #FA94-00-0600 but at a much better price.

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Answer 10

Since the Road Armor shock absorbing pin box can rotate forward and back you would need to lock out the pin box to use it with the Andersen Ultimate part #AM3200 that you just ordered. That kit is not a part number we offer but it is 3294.

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Answer 11

If a weight distribution system can increase the towing capacities of a vehicle/hitch it will be listed on the hitch or in the vehicles owners manual. For a larger vehicle like your 2021 Sprinter 2500 I would anticipate that using a WD system would…

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Answer 12

I went to our warehouse and measured the holes you mentioned you wanted the measurement for on the Lippert 1621 5th Wheel Pin Box, part #LC1387882. The holes measure 3/8 inch diameter. I have also attached a drawing of this pin box with the…

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