weight distribution or not?

[joe w]

Originally Posted by gypsywanderer

hi i just bought a jayco flight 174bh, 21 ft, 3500 fully loaded max. i am wondering if anyone knows for that size camper should i use the whole weight distribution kit or is just the swaybar good???? i am towing it with an suv 5000 tow capacity

We have a Husky Centerline TS weight distribution hitch which has performed admirably over the past 3+ years in every imaginable weather condition. Can't imagine any hitch regardless of price being any better. Key is following the configuration instructions closely as with any hitch. Do it yourself, do not trust anyone with your safety!

[AncasterDuo]

I have a similar trailer (2017) and a similar SUV (2019 Explorer, 5,000LB nominal tow rating). WDH is essential; you will see the rear bumper drop 2 to 3 in on tongue weight alone, before setting the spring bars.
I use a Husky hitch, with added sway bar. It's basic and inexpensive. I got it "gently used" and if you know exactly what you need, it's OK to buy used.
Yes be careful not to overdo the hitch, get a WDH with a tongue load rating in the 400 to 600 LB range, or bent frames are a possibility. At first I mistakenly picked up a WDH with too high a rating, and the Husky folks advised me to get the lighter-rated setup.
The sticker on the trailer says 3,500LB GVW but, as noted above, do the calculations with cargo and all-up load. Then, try to stay close to 4,000 LB max, 80% of that "nominal" tow rating. It's called a "margin of sensibility".
Good luck, happy towing (and camping), and congrats on the new trailer!

[joe w]

Originally Posted by AncasterDuo

I have a similar trailer (2017) and a similar SUV (2019 Explorer, 5,000LB nominal tow rating). WDH is essential; you will see the rear bumper drop 2 to 3 in on tongue weight alone, before setting the spring bars.
I use a Husky hitch, with added sway bar. It's basic and inexpensive. I got it "gently used" and if you know exactly what you need, it's OK to buy used.
Yes be careful not to overdo the hitch, get a WDH with a tongue load rating in the 400 to 600 LB range, or bent frames are a possibility. At first I mistakenly picked up a WDH with too high a rating, and the Husky folks advised me to get the lighter-rated setup.
The sticker on the trailer says 3,500LB GVW but, as noted above, do the calculations with cargo and all-up load. Then, try to stay close to 4,000 LB max, 80% of that "nominal" tow rating. It's called a "margin of sensibility".
Good luck, happy towing (and camping), and congrats on the new trailer!

I as well have the Curt Better Weigh module which I use each and every time we load up for a trip. I've found the the weight readings are pretty accurate by comparing them to CAT numbers. Amazing little device!