I looked and didn't see this exact question. But, how important is the hitch weight rating on a friction WDH hitch like an E2 or Equalizer or any for that matter. I bought an Aspen Trail 1700BH 2...
You did it right. Not only the stuff you mentioned but a lot more tongue weight comes from the trailer load, especially if you have a front bed with the storage underneath. You will likely have a loaded tongue weight of closer to that 600#. You didn't state your GTWR. I suspect that is between 5 & 6K#. I think your dealer was trying to unload that hitch on you to clear out stock.
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