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Aimcat's avatar
Aimcat
Explorer
May 11, 2017

Recommend a brake controller and weight distribution hitch?

We need a brake controller in our truck for our new travel trailer what can you guys recommend? I wanted to purchase then have our shop put on. Next question, our new trailer will be 25 feet long total. Do we need a weight distribution hitch if so what can you recommend?

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  • Bobbo's avatar
    Bobbo
    Explorer III
    Aimcat wrote:
    2008 Dodge 1500 hemi. Max tow for it is 8200

    What is its available payload? That is far more important than what its tow limit is.
  • SoundGuy wrote:
    Tekonsha P3 brake controller, Blue Ox Sway Pro weight distribution system.

    I used a Tekonsha Prodigy P2 for 10 years with flawless operation.

    You definitely want a WD hitch.

    My hitch was a Reese Dual Cam system and it worked perfectly as well. The trailer was 34' long and the Dual Cam kept it from any kind of sway in even the worst of cross winds. Of course the #1 sway is to ensure the trailer sets level when the bars are under tension and that proper weight is transferred to the front axle. The sway control should only be needed when external conditions induce it.

    KJ
  • SoundGuy wrote:
    Tekonsha P3 brake controller, Blue Ox Sway Pro weight distribution system.


    Excellent recommendation.
  • Regarding a weight distribution hitch, more than likely yes. Length is only one part of the equation...your TV is what? Wet hitch weight is? Wet TT total weight is what? What are you carrying in the TV? Sorry but I'm betting you have no idea as to weight.
  • Tekonsha P3 brake controller, Blue Ox Sway Pro weight distribution system.