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    Posted: 17 Jun 2018 at 4:01pm
When on the edge of tongue weight and trying to select a WDH , it's always better to get the next higher ones, rather than the rating that just barely satisfies the requriement. it sounds like you HSOULD have 600 pound bars. If they sell in 200 pound steps get the 600 pound bars.

My EMPTY trailer tongue is about 555 pounds, but if I am loaded, and both my gray and black are nearly full, I will be right at 770 pounds. So i opted for 1000 pound bars., rather than 800 pound bars per recommendations. Sway control is still very active even at lighter tongue loads, and on my Blue OX I only have to move one chain link from light tongue to heavy tongue to correct tow vehicle sag.
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Date code on the front tires are from 2012 and will be retired this summer before the Oregon trip. The rear tires are from 2015. 
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Posts: 2630 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 16 Jun 2018 at 2:57pm
Originally posted by OldNeumanntapr

Will the 600/6000 model transfer more weight to the trailer axle? I was told it wasn't a good idea to load up that axle too much.

On a side point:
Anyone here with a Tacoma with the factory BFG Rugged Trail TAs? My front tires are six-years old and are cracking where the sidewall meets the tread, which I've heard is a characteristic of BFG Rugged Trail tires. I want to replace the front two with a different brand. Someone suggested Hancook. Are they good? Any other recommendations?

The WDH won't transfer more than it is set to. The idea is to transfer enough to the front tires to level out both the TV and the TT. That's the whole point of going through the setup procedure.

WRT Tires: What is the date code on your tires? It will be a 4-digit number stamped on the sidewall. It shows the year/week that the tires were made. For example, 1220 were made in the 20th week of 2012, and would be recommended to retire in the 20th week of 2018 (about where we are).
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Just got off the phone with eTrailer. They were VERY helpful! I explained what I had and they thought the 600/6000 lb model of the Equalizer was best. She said the tongue weight range of that model was from 200 to 600 lbs, so it would be the best match for the rPod.

I also called the RV dealer where we purchased from and they recommended the same model. They said that the 340 lb tongue weight on the brochure did include the battery, propane tank, etc.

Awesome! I will be ordering soon, and I have an appointment for installation on June 28th.
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Posts: 204 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 16 Jun 2018 at 12:08pm
Originally posted by crw8sr

Go to your local reputable hitch dealer/installer with your TV and specs for your trailer.  They'll set you up with a WD hitch, sway control and brake controller.

I have a Draw Tite digital brake controller that was just installed by the rPod dealer. THEY told me I didn't need the WDH, but I think I'd like to have it, if for nothing more than the sway control. 
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Originally posted by CharlieM

Go with the 6000/600 Equalizer. The smaller model is close to it's capacity and leaves no room for growth. I used the E2 6000/600 with an RP 172/Honda Pilot combo and still use it on my CampLite 21RBS/Tacoma rig.

As for Tacoma tires, look at BFG AT/KO2s. Great tires.

Thanks. Good point on the being close to capacity.

I've had BFG All Terrains before. They are good but VERY expensive, and not good for gas mileage.
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Posts: 1446 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 16 Jun 2018 at 11:46am
Originally posted by OldNeumanntapr

Will the 600/6000 model transfer more weight to the trailer axel? I was told it wasn't a good idea to load up that axel too much.

They're adjustable, so you set them where they need to be.  You could get a 600/6000 and set it up to not transfer any weight or, probably not with a 600/6000, but you could take all of the weight off the rear axle and take the rear tires off entirely. (Not recommended.)

Anyone here with a Tacoma with the factory BFG Rugged Trail TAs? My front tires are six-years old and are cracking where the sidewall meets the tread, which I've heard is a characteristic of BFG Rugged Trail tires.

Sounds more like a characteristic of 6-year old tires.  If you've gotten six years out of them I'd put another set on in a heartbeat!

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Go to your local reputable hitch dealer/installer with your TV and specs for your trailer.  They'll set you up with a WD hitch, sway control and brake controller.

We're lucky to have Council Hitch, 219 N 16th St Council Bluffs, IA 51501. 712-322-4717 near by.  (Shameless plug for a great business.)  Many local RV dealers use and recommend them.
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Posts: 1797 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 16 Jun 2018 at 10:42am
Go with the 6000/600 Equalizer. The smaller model is close to it's capacity and leaves no room for growth. I used the E2 6000/600 with an RP 172/Honda Pilot combo and still use it on my CampLite 21RBS/Tacoma rig.

As for Tacoma tires, look at BFG AT/KO2s. Great tires.
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Posts: 204 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 16 Jun 2018 at 10:23am
Will the 600/6000 model transfer more weight to the trailer axel? I was told it wasn't a good idea to load up that axel too much.

I have a shell on the truck, but don't plan on carrying anything heavy in the bed. Just an ice chest for drinks and a small bin with a little bit of firewood, no more than a night or two worth. I know that all goes into the tongue weight calculation.

I do like the 90% 60% comment. Good point. I'm leaning toward the 600/6000.

On a side point:
Anyone here with a Tacoma with the factory BFG Rugged Trail TAs? My front tires are six-years old and are cracking where the sidewall meets the tread, which I've heard is a characteristic of BFG Rugged Trail tires. I want to replace the front two with a different brand. Someone suggested Hancook. Are they good? Any other recommendations?
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