Weight Distribution With Sway Recommendation For 2008 Toyota RAV4 Towing A Small Trailer
Question:
Is their a weight distribution antisway hitch available for a small camper trailer gross 2700 lb towed with a 2008 RAV4 V6 that you can backup WITHOUT REMOVING THE SWAY BARS? Thanks!
asked by: Dennis C
Expert Reply:
When choosing a weight distribution system you will need to know 2 important items. You will need to know the gross trailer weight which is the trailer weight you are towing when it is in its fully loaded ready-to-tow condition.
You also need to know the tongue weight. This is the tongue weight of the trailer added to the weight of any cargo placed behind the rear axle of the towing vehicle.
The tongue weight of a trailer should be about 10 to 15 percent of the trailer weight, so in your case should be about 270 to 405 lbs.
The system, I recommend for your setup is the Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control, part # BXW0550. This is a clamp-on installation and has a towing capacity of 6,000 lbs. Although Blue Ox says you can back up without removing the trunnion bars, anytime you are executing a sharp angle when backing your trailer, it is advised to remove the springs bars on any system to avoid putting them in a bind and risking damage.
I have attached a couple of helpful articles that explains weight distribution you can check out.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control - Clamp On - 5,500 lbs GTW, 550 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Severe Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 400 lbs
- Blue Ox
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control - Clamp On - 5,500 lbs GTW, 550 lbs TW
- Article: Determining Trailer Tongue Weight
- Article: 5 Things to Know About Weight Distribution Hitches
- Video: Review of Blue Ox Weight Distribution Hitch - SwayPro 6K With Sway Control - BXW0550
- Video: Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution System Manufacturer Demo
- Shop: 7-Way Vehicle Power Adapter for Furrion RV Observation Camera
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Shop: etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Video: Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System with 4 Point Sway Control Review EQ37061ET
- Q&A: Can I Use a Weight Distribution Hitch on a 2020 Kia Telluride
- Shop: Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control - Clamp On - Underslung - 5.5K GTW, 550 lbs TW
- Shop: Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution w/ 4-Point Sway Control - No Shank - 6,000 lbs GTW, 600 lbs TW
- Shop: Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control - Clamp On - 10,000 lbs GTW, 1,000 lbs TW
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
- Q&A: Wrench Needed To Remove Trailer Wheel Lug Nuts and Most Common Lug Nut Sizes on Trailer Wheels
- Q&A: Recommended 7-Way Connector And Trailer Hitch Receiver For 2014 Honda Odyssey
- Q&A: Correct Weight Distribution Hitch For Trailer With 400 lb to 500 lb Tongue Weight
- Q&A: Recommended Weight Distribution Hitch for Casita Camper with 500 lb Tongue Weight
- Q&A: Blue Ox SwayPro for 550 lb Tongue Weight with Best Ground Clearance
- Q&A: Trailer Hitch And Weight Distribution Recommendation For 2008 Acura MDX
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Shop: Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Search Results: hitch
- Video: Choosing the Right Trailer Wiring
- Video: Choosing the Right Brake Controller
- Article: How to Choose the Right Trailer Hitch Class
- Search Results: brake controller
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
on Weight Distribution Hitch
