The old adage "bigger is always better" is true many times, but that is not the case when it comes to Weight Distribution Hitches. Matching the hitch to your trailer's tongue and tow weight is essential. If not, it can contribute to the bending of your trailer A-Frame.
Let me return to this in a second. Did you know that an abrupt change in the angle between the tow vehicle and the trailer can bend the trailer's A-frame? If your truck begins a quick ascent up an incline while your trailer is still on level ground, it can stress the A-frame, leading to buckling.
If you have an oversized Weight Distribution Hitch, this increases the rigidity of the A-frame, making the trailer frame more likely to bend when going up a sharp incline.
The solution is twofold: ensure the Weight Distribution Hitch is installed correctly and appropriately matched to the tongue and trailer weight. Second, while this is a little bit of a hassle, if you see that your truck and trailer will conflict because of the incline, you should stop disconnecting the weight distribution hitch and reconnect it once you are past the incline.
If you have a concern about your weight distribution setup, we will gladly give you our opinion at no charge. You would typically be charged one hour of labor if the setup needs to be corrected.
We would love to see you at our new Apple Valley location. As always, our goal is to take the hassle out of RVing and to make all of your travel adventures enjoyable.
