The Hidden Danger Of A Weight Distribution Hitch

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Uh Oh! Does A Weight Distribution Hitch Overload Your Trailer Axles? December 4, 2021 Chassis & Towing

I have some bad news for you. I know that’s a rotten way to begin an article, but honesty before civility.

Almost all RVs should use a weight-distribution hitch.

(That’s not the bad news).

You probably need a WDH if your camper weighs 5,000 lbs or more when loaded.
Check your tow vehicle’s tire pressure before towing! Compare that inflation pressure to their load capacity based on load index tables.
Pick a weight-distribution hitch with a weight capacity just above (not below) the maximum loaded weight of your trailer.
When weighing your camper and tow vehicle on a certified scale, weigh your rig with the (calibrated) hitch you will be using! Check GAWs for both tow vehicle and trailer.
Don’t trust airbags to fix your weight distribution problems.
You should give yourself some extra room beneath the GVWR of your towable, especially when using a WDH.