Equalizer hitch question

[PSUFan1]

Originally Posted by 2Evil4U

I would use the hitch to get the front of the TV at least back to level and see how it tows before I messed with the Toyota engineered suspension.

I agree. I'm using the same hitch configuration on my previous 4,000 lb trailer.

[thebrakeman]

Airbags are for payload, applied over/near the rear axle.
WDH kits are for tongue weight, applied behind the tow vehicle, far behind the rear axle.

[babock]

Originally Posted by thebrakeman

Airbags are for payload, applied over/near the rear axle.
WDH kits are for tongue weight, applied behind the tow vehicle, far behind the rear axle.

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[DNA Dan]

Originally Posted by joindy

I posted my question under an airbag thread, but it looks like several on this thread know a lot about what I call Weight distribution hitch. I am only towing 3500 lb travel trailer, and thought about air bags only, but should I consider the Weight dist hitch instead of bags, or both? Again not a lot of weight and have not towed it yet, hope to get used Lexus GX to tow and it is rated 6500 lbs.

With an SUV or passenger vehicle you really need to be concerned about PAYLOAD weight capacity. Just because a vehicle can PULL 6500+ lbs does not mean it can handle a thousand plus pounds on the axles. Especially if you consider filling the vehicle with large passengers or gear. I suspect with a 6500 tow rating you will run out of payload capacity well before you get close to this number.