How to Pick Out a Weight Distribution System for a 1997 Prowler Trailer

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We just got a 24c Prowler and want to tow it with a 2006 Toyota Sequoia the trailer came with the brackets but nothing else if we dont need these we will replace them.We have a 2 5/16 ball on the Toyota right now We would like your help in determining what weight/Distribution system would be best to tow out trailer with.

asked by: Jodie M

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If your trailer weighs more than 50 percent of the total weight of your tow vehicle we recommend the use of a weight distribution system.

The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup when it is loaded and ready to tow. This figure also includes the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. I attached an FAQ on determining tongue weight for you to check out.

The Reese Weight Distribution System part # RP66542 that you referenced has a tongue weight capacity range of 600-1200 lbs. If your loaded tongue weight falls in that range this system would work great for you.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Since your tongue weight is right at 1,000 lbs the Reese Trunnion system part #RP66542 would be a great option with a tongue weight range of 600-1,200 lbs.

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I looked up the towing capacity of your 2019 Ram 1500 and based on it's very impressive capacities it would easily be able to tow a trailer that weighs 6,100 lbs. A weight distribution system like the part #RP66542 that you referenced…

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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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For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the vehicle…

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Hi Joe, Yep, you heard correct, you can go from a 2 inch shank to a 2-1/2 inch shank with your Reese weight distribution hitch without issue. One of the following 2-1/2 inch shanks should have the right rise/drop for your application. Here are the…

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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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Weight distribution works to distribute the tongue weight of a trailer up to the front axle of the tow vehicle so that it will sit more level and handle/brake better. That being said the systems do not "reduce" tongue weight or allow you to…

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Hey Dennis, we have a replacement 7-way plug with the part #A7WCB which would work great to replace your damaged one. I attached a diagram for 7-ways for you to check out as well.

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The round or trunnion bars refers to the end of the spring bars. Round bars are typically designed for lighter applications, are a bit harder to install and are usually priced lower than trunnion bars. Trunnion bars are typically designed to be used…

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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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