Hello, I am trying to dial in my equalizer hitch weight distribution to produce the best road manners while traveling. After several attempts I think I have it adjusted about right but I would appreciate a review and any recommendations.
The specifics:
Tow vehicle: 2019 F150 w/ 3.5L Engine and the Max. Tow Pkg. (Tow rating of 10,700 lbs.) Truck is stock except I upgraded to E rated tires that are inflated to 70 PSI while towing.
Trailer: 2021 Grand Design 21BHE Camper – The actual loaded weights are: Trailer 5,320 lbs. – Tongue 600 lbs. Camper is stock except for new Endurance tires inflated to 65 psi.
Hitch: Eaz-Lift ReCurve R3 with built in anti-sway
Truck and trailer are both level to the road when fully hooked up.
Cat Scale Weights:
Truck by Itself - Steer Axle: 2900 Lbs. - Drive Axle: 2520 Lbs. - Gross Weight: 5420 Lbs.
Un-equalized – Steer Axle: 2640 lbs. – Drive Axle: 3420 – Trailer Axles: 4680 lbs. – Gross: 10,740
Equalized – Steer Axle: 2840 lbs. – Drive Axle: 3100 – Trailer Axles: 4800 lbs. – Gross: 10,740
With everything hooked up I have ample power at all speed ranges.
Traveling on local roadways I get some light to moderate Porpoising over bumps but it quickly dissipates on smooth roads and is otherwise very stable handling.
On the highway at 60 to 65 mph I have occasional challenging sway when wind gusts or passing trucks airstream push me around. Traveling long distances just wears me out.
Thank you for any advice!
Dan Corning
Nashville, TN
The specifics:
Tow vehicle: 2019 F150 w/ 3.5L Engine and the Max. Tow Pkg. (Tow rating of 10,700 lbs.) Truck is stock except I upgraded to E rated tires that are inflated to 70 PSI while towing.
Trailer: 2021 Grand Design 21BHE Camper – The actual loaded weights are: Trailer 5,320 lbs. – Tongue 600 lbs. Camper is stock except for new Endurance tires inflated to 65 psi.
Hitch: Eaz-Lift ReCurve R3 with built in anti-sway
Truck and trailer are both level to the road when fully hooked up.
Cat Scale Weights:
Truck by Itself - Steer Axle: 2900 Lbs. - Drive Axle: 2520 Lbs. - Gross Weight: 5420 Lbs.
Un-equalized – Steer Axle: 2640 lbs. – Drive Axle: 3420 – Trailer Axles: 4680 lbs. – Gross: 10,740
Equalized – Steer Axle: 2840 lbs. – Drive Axle: 3100 – Trailer Axles: 4800 lbs. – Gross: 10,740
With everything hooked up I have ample power at all speed ranges.
Traveling on local roadways I get some light to moderate Porpoising over bumps but it quickly dissipates on smooth roads and is otherwise very stable handling.
On the highway at 60 to 65 mph I have occasional challenging sway when wind gusts or passing trucks airstream push me around. Traveling long distances just wears me out.
Thank you for any advice!
Dan Corning
Nashville, TN
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