Weight Distribution Recommendation for a 2008 Honda Pilot Towing a 1994 ABI Award Camper Trailer  

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You are justified in being concerned about the loaded weight of your 1994 ABI Award camper trailer when towing with a 2008 Honda Pilot. I would recommend using a weight distribution system that includes sway control, due to the light weight of your vehicle and being near the vehicle gross towing capacity with the trailer fully loaded.

The information I was able to find is that the 2008 Honda Pilot has a towing capacity of 4,500 pounds if properly equipped from the manufacturer. This capacity is not increased with the addition of a weight distribution system.

You should confirm the towing Capacities of your specific vehicle with the owners manual or contact the vehicle manufacturer for specific towing capacities.

If you determine that your trailer is within the capacities of the vehicle and hitch when fully loaded and ready to travel, the Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution System, item # BXW0750, would be a great choice. Another excellent choice would be the Strait-Line Weight Distribution System, item # RP66083. Both of these systems include sway control and are rated for tongue weights high enough to safely tow your camper and not so high that the spring bars would cause a stiff ride. I have provided installation details for each of these systems for you to review.

With either of these systems you will need a properly sized hitch ball with a 1-1/4 inch shank. The Tow Ready Ball, # 19286, will work for a 2-5/16 inch trailer coupler, and the Curt Ball, # A-90, will work for a 2 inch trailer coupler.

expert reply by: Robert G

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