Weight distribution hitch

[disisme]

Hi folks I have a 2022 f-150 with 3.5 and I believe full tow package , I’m looking for used weight distribution hitch but not sure exactly what I should be looking for , can I get some help please .
I want to be good for whatever the truck is able to pull.
I came across this one with a descent price but is it what I’m looking for? Thanks

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[LD50]

Looks like a Reese. Unless it's an earlier/different version it looks like it could be missing the locking blocks that are used to adjust the hitch angle on the shank. It's also missing the brackets that attach to the trailer for levering the chains up and loading the trunion bars. It would also be a good idea to know what the weight rating is of the trunion bars that come with it.

From the overall condition of it, I'd be worried about corrosion on those shank bolts and how hard it will be to get those loose if you need to adjust hitch height.

 

[Buyer2021]

I want to be good for whatever the truck is able to pull.

Note that torsion / trunnion bar WDH's have different bars for use with different trailer weight ranges (relatively speaking 'weaker' bars for lighter-weight applications, 'stronger' bars for relatively heavy weight applications). IOW, one hitch / bar does not work best for all applications.

A too-weak bar may not allow you to properly equalize the load, a too-strong bar will result in a too-stiff connection with attendant harsh ride for both the truck and trailer and poor handling over bumps.

IMO you're best-off waiting and looking for a WDH that's appropriate for the specific trailer you intend to use it with. If you buy a used trailer it can sometimes be had with a matched WDH already installed (which will still likely need setting-up / adjustment for your truck's receiver height).

Just for your consideration.

 

[Ricksc]

I would not recommend buying one that you think fits all. They are very specific to trailer weight. Personally buy new for what trailer you have.

 

[JoeF]

That looks a bit rough. Also looks like it would not have built-in sway control features.

I have a Fastway e2, trunnion bar WDH. I am happy with it in general, but there are other good options out there. This is an important item that should not be compromised on.

 

[Groovicles]

Hi folks I have a 2022 f-150 with 3.5 and I believe full tow package , I’m looking for used weight distribution hitch but not sure exactly what I should be looking for , can I get some help please .
I want to be good for whatever the truck is able to pull.
I came across this one with a descent price but is it what I’m looking for? Thanks

That's looking pretty worn in, my friend. I think most of us here would strongly suggest you buy a factory new WDH. Lots of good, reliable options at quite a few price points that'll do the job for you and your peace of mind. If you're doing research, there are lots of Youtube videos of folks testing and comparing different WDH's all in the same video. This is where I started as well as taking the good suggestions from the folks on his forum into account.

 

[Davexxxx]

Hi folks I have a 2022 f-150 with 3.5 and I believe full tow package

Stop right there.

Go here, enter your VIN, be honest about the inputs and you won't have to think about your truck's towing capacity.

https://www.ford.com/support/towing-calculator

As for the hitch you're looking at, it appears to be a WDH (without anti sway) and is missing parts. More or less, scrap metal.

 

[thiggins]

Personally, I hated dealing with the big nasty bars and have been using an Andersen chain type for many, many years . Much easier and cleaner . YMMV

 

[thekevin]

I have had several used WDH setups and not had any issues. I always go a bit bigger than I think I need. The only new one I have ever bought was a Fastway E2 and it was great. I personally would stay away from the chain style and stick to the friction style for sway control.
Right now I have an Equalizer 4 point and I just pulled with it for the first time yesterday and it did great with just a tad bit of porpoising so I need to make a small adjustment to it and I think I will be happy with.
My trailer is 28ft with a 6500gvwr and I bought a 10k lb setup for it.

 

[thiggins]

I think there is some misunderstanding around the Andersen "chain type" WDH. It IS a friction type hitch, in that the ball is a big chunk of steel, shaped like a cone at the bottom, sits in a cone shaped cup of friction material, and rotates inside that cup reducing sway. It's tied to arms by the chains, which make this work. Take a serious look at it and understand it, before writing it off. No grease, no lugging big heavy and nasty bars around. Also, going too big can, and will bend and break frames . It happens.

 

[Chris GTO TT]

I think there is some misunderstanding around the Andersen "chain type" WDH. It IS a friction type hitch, in that the ball is a big chunk of steel, shaped like a cone at the bottom, sits in a cone shaped cup of friction material, and rotates inside that cup reducing sway. It's tied to arms by the chains, which make this work. Take a serious look at it and understand it, before writing it off. No grease, no lugging big heavy and nasty bars around. Also, going too big can, and will bend and break frames . It happens.

Someone gave me an Anderson Weight Distribution hitch, and its fine for smaller trailers. However, for my 29 foot 7500lb travel trailer it did not control sway very well. I gave it to a friend who got a much smaller travel trailer and he loves it. I will agree the simplicity of it and the speed of setup really made me want to make it work. In the end it just didn't feel safe. I now use a WeighSafe setup and it feels much better for my usage.

 

[thiggins]

Yes, I do think it's meant for smaller stuff. We use it on a 5000 pound 21 footer. Anything bigger might not be great with it .

I also think trailer loading and weight placement makes a huge difference. You really shouldn't have any sway to dampen if the setup and physics are good. I see many people flying along with an oscillation back and forth (sway). That just ain't right...

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