Recommended Weight Distribution with Sway Control for a Nissan Armada Towing a Horse Trailer
Question:
Hello, I have a bumper pull living quarters horse trailer with a short tounge. I pull it with a Nissan Aramada. I am looking for better weight distribution and sway controll. I have already experienced a bad sway which was very scary. Will this product work for my trailer. Thanks
asked by: Lisa
Expert Reply:
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The Reese weight distribution with sway control # RP66559 will work with a Nissan Armada that has a 2-inch receiver hitch. This system will help reduce sway. It is rated for 500 to 1,000 pound tongue weights.
Since you are carrying precious cargo, I recommend the Reese Strait-Line weight distribution with sway control like # RP66083. The reason is because the Strait-Line will lock the cams into position to hold the trailer steady especially in crosswinds. I also recommend bolt on chain hangers # RP58305. Bolt-on chain hangers/frame brackets provide an attachment point for your weight-distribution spring bars.
When choosing a weight distribution system, you need to go by the tongue weight of the trailer when loaded and ready to tow plus the weight of anything loaded behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle.
The system I referenced # RP66083 is rated for 400 to 800 pound tongue weights and has a 18,000 pound maximum towing capacity. If your tongue weight is less than 400 pounds or greater than 800 pounds, # RP66083 wouldn't be a good fit, but I have linked all of our Strait-Line systems for you to check out.
The hitch ball I would recommend is made by Tow Ready and has a 1-1/4 shank diameter. The part # is 19286. If you need a 2-inch ball, I recommend Curt # A-90.
I have included FAQ, installation instructions and a video review for you as well.
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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Chain Hangers for Reese Weight Distribution Systems - Bolt On
- Accessories and Parts
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Chain Hangers
- Reese
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Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 8,000 lbs GTW, 800 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 500 lbs
- 600 lbs
- 700 lbs
- Reese
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Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion - 10K GTW, 1K TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 600 lbs
- 700 lbs
- 800 lbs
- 900 lbs
- Reese
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