Recommended Weight Distribution System for 2013 Toyota Sequoia Towing 6,300-Pound Trailer
Question:
Recommended weight distribution system for 2013 toyota sequioa towing a 2006 26foot toyhauler with a dry weight of 6,300 lbs.
asked by: Gabe
Expert Reply:
The first step in choosing the correct system for your needs is to determine the trailer's tongue weight when it's fully loaded and ready to tow. This figure should also include the weight of anything stowed behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. It's crucial that you choose the properly rated system for your trailer's tongue weight.. If you choos a system that's rated too high, the trailer will ride very rough. Choose a system that's rated too low, you can damage the spring bars.
For a trailer such as you describe your tongue weight would likely be in the 700-1000 lb range. If this is found to be true, I would recommend either the Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution System, part # RP66559 for moderate to severe sway or the Strait-Line Weight Distribution System, part # RP66084 if the sway is more severe. I have included a FAQ article on determining tongue weight at right.
These two systems could be considered better and best systems, with the strait-line system being the best. The Strait-Line system literally forces the trailer to follow in line behind the tow vehicle, preventing sway from occurring before it can start.
You will need hitch balls with these weight distribution systems. For a Hitch Ball with a 2-5/16" diameter and medium shank, use # 19286. For a Hitch Ball with a 2" diameter and medium shank, use # A-90.
I have included a FAQ article on common weight distribution and sway control questions for you to check out.
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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Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 12,000 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 1000 lbs
- 1100 lbs
- 700 lbs
- 800 lbs
- 900 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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CIPA Custom Towing Mirrors - Slip On - Driver Side and Passenger Side
- Towing Mirrors
- Slide-On Mirror
- Manual
- Pair of Mirrors
- Custom Fit
- Non-Heated
- Fits Driver and Passenger Side
- CIPA
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