Weight Distribution Recommendation for a 2016 Airstream Sport 16' Travel Trailer

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I have a 2016 airstream sport 16 feet. Is bwx1003 works for me? I am not sure what underslung means or would it work for my camper?

asked by: Mert

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Thanks for reaching out!

According to my research a 16' Airstream Sport is going to have a tongue weight at around 350 lbs so a system like the Blue Ox SwayPro # BXW1006 that has a tongue weight range of 750 lbs - 1,000 lbs so it will be way overkill for your setup and you'll have a stiff towing experience.

For a lighter trailer I recommend checking out the Blue Ox SwayPro # BXW0550 instead because the tongue weight range is 350 lbs - 550 lbs. A weight distribution system takes into account the loaded tongue weight of the trailer as well as any cargo behind the rear axle of your tow vehicle so as long as you're inside this tongue weight range you'll be good to go!

Underslung couplers aren't super common so I'd be surprised if you have that type on your Airstream. I'm attaching some photos to demonstrate the difference between a standard coupler and an underslung coupler for you to check out (note the location of the coupler compared to where they are at on the frame). If you happen to have an underslung coupler then you'll need the part # BXW0553 instead.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Standard Trailer Coupler
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Underslung Trailer Coupler
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Answer 1

Since you want the version of the Blue Ox SwayPro for up to 550 lb tongue weight with the shortest shank the part number you want is the #BXW0550 as it has a shank with 7 holes and would give you the best ground clearance.

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Answer 2

Yes, you can replace the spring bars on your Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution System #BXW0550 with higher-rated 750 pound bars #BXW4006. This will upgrade the 550 pound tongue weight capacity on your existing system to the 750 pound limit of the…

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Answer 3

Since we don't carry the Haul Master weight distribution brand we wouldn't have access to their replacement parts. None of our other manufacturers would be interchangeable either. Easiest solution would probably be an all new system like the…

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Answer 4

An underslung trailer coupler is one that attaches to the bottom of the trailer frame and an overslung one is one that attaches to the top of the frame. The Replacement Head for Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution Systems part #BXW4011 is for…

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Answer 5

A trailer of the size you mention would either use a 2 inch or a 2-5/16 inch ball. A 2 inch ball can have a capacity up to 8000 lbs, while the capacity of a 2-5/16 inch ball can range between 6,000 and 30,000 lbs. The 2-5/16 inch ball would be more…

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Answer 6

Thank you for providing a photo of your trailer coupler. Trailers should always be level when hitched. If a trailer is out of level when towed it will tend to have more sway. I notice you have weight distribution (WD) lift brackets on your trailer…

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Answer 7

Yep, you are on the money with the correct Blue Ox SwayPro for your camper trailer that has a GVWR of just over 7,600 lbs: - Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution with Sway Control - 10,000 lbs GTW, 1,000 lbs TW #BXW1000 This weight distribution system…

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Answer 8

We do not carry any 7.75-15 or 7.00-15 LT tires. These had sections widths of 7.75 inches and 7.8 inches. Another option is to go with a 205/75-15 tire which will have a section width of about 8 inches and outer diameter of 27.13 inches. We have the…

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Answer 9

Most of the time when a tow setup is porpoising with a weight distribution system all you have to do is add a bit more spring bar tension to minimize the porpoising. With an Equalizer system you would need to angle the spring bars down further to add…

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Answer 10

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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Answer 11

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 12

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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