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Have a 2024 SD F250 Diesel I bought a used trailer, 23ft, 750 Hitch weight about GVWR 9175. The trailer came with a Blue OX WDH. Understand that the truck does not really need a WDH but is there any advantage to using it? I'd have to get a sleeve for the hitch to work, but don't want to bother if there is no benefit.
I would say a wdh will keep that trailer tracking much nicer behind the truck. Your new truck can certainly handle it without. Maybe do a trial run without, then decide if you desire to try it. It actually might be hard to get a regular shank rated for that type of weight, just keep that in mind...
Yes, the hitch weight is from the trailer manufactures specs.
Spencer - Not sure what you mean by regular shack rated for that weight. The Blue Ox WDH is a real heavy duty unit. It does have the 2" shank, where the truck is 2.5" hence the need for a sleave if I want to use it.
I'm a trailer towing newbee so I'm trying to learn this stuff.
Get your trailer loaded up like normal and then spend some time at the CAT scales and get three weights and then decide. Going from published weights isn't really instructive.
You may not NEED it but if I were in your shoes I'd use it, especially since you're new to towing. I would skip the sleeve and buy the correct sized shank as well and if not be sure to buy a quality shank with good reviews otherwise you'll be buying another one. I went through two sleeves, wasn't happy towing my camper with either and opted for a 2.5 in shank.
With that much projected loaded trailer weight / tongue weight, I'd use it (not so much for the weight distribution) for the sway. You already have the system, get the adapter and mount it up.
Have a 2024 SD F250 Diesel I bought a used trailer, 23ft, 750 Hitch weight about GVWR 9175. The trailer came with a Blue OX WDH. Understand that the truck does not really need a WDH but is there any advantage to using it? I'd have to get a sleeve for the hitch to work, but don't want to bother if there is no benefit.
Thanks!
Based upon your post I believe that you have a Blue OX sway pro WDH. The 750 weight gives that away, what you need based upon your trailer GVWR 1500 pound weight bars. You could get away with 1000 pound bars but you would have to jack the rear of the truck WAY up to release them, I know I have done this for years with my 7000 pound trailer and I recently went to 1500 pound bars and it is so much better hooking up and disconnecting. Check the ends of the weight bars and count the number of in line dimples on them, 750s have 2, 1000s have 3, and 1500s have 4. You should also get the 2 1/2" shank to cut down on the slop at the hitch from the 2 1/2" to 2 " adapter, etrailer has it for $180. Also get rid of the standard j shaped hitch pin and get a straight pin like this one from etrailer https://www.etrailer.com/Hitch-Pins-...25-GH-099.html
This will help prevent abnormal wear on the trucks hitch, j pins oval the holes.
Can the truck handle the trailer without it, yeah, but it will be a much better experience towing with it.
Yes, the hitch weight is from the trailer manufactures specs.
Spencer - Not sure what you mean by regular shack rated for that weight. The Blue Ox WDH is a real heavy duty unit. It does have the 2" shank, where the truck is 2.5" hence the need for a sleave if I want to use it.
I'm a trailer towing newbee so I'm trying to learn this stuff.
I was only implying if you choose to buy something other than the the Blue Ox you have, pay attention to weight ratings.
I'm only pulling a 6k GVWR camper with my F250 and I will be using the Equalizer 4pt WDH on all long trips. Local to and from the storage unit I have just used my drop hitch but it's much more stable on the WDH.
I suggest using the WDH on an unimproved-suspension F-250. This will keep the suspension (front and rear) closer to the correct heights, and keep the headlights at about the correct height. It will also improve stability in almost all conditions. Remove the bars for situations where you need a lot of articulation.
Personally, I'd use a WDH on that whether the suspension of an F-150/F-250/F-350 was improved or not.
Manufacturer hitch weight is always low. Mine stated 650lbs per the manufacturer. It actually is at 950lbs based on the cat scales. Of course I have gear in it, but there is no way it is only 650lbs empty either way. FWIW I tow a 27' TT with my 2019 F250 CCSB 6.2L. I use the Curt WDH on mine...tows great!
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