Weight Distribution for a 2001 Coleman Utah Popup Camper Trailer and 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Question:
should i go with a 600 or 800 tw set up and whould you suggest a friction sway bar also
asked by: John
Expert Reply:
If the tongue weight on your camper plus the weight of anything loaded behind the rear axle of the Jeep is greater than 600 pounds but less than 800 pounds, go with the 800 pound system, # RP66153.
If you will always be lower than 600 pounds then the 600 pound system, # RP66151, will work just fine.
Both of these systems have built-in friction sway control so you will not need to add any. You will need to add a properly sized ball. For a 2 inch use # A-90 and for a 2-5/16 inch use # 19286.
I have linked instructions and an FAQ article on weight distribution and tongue weight for you.
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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Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control - Round - 6,000 lbs GTW, 600 lbs 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
- 500 lbs
- Fastway
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