Weight Distribution Hitch

Asked by Audrey Jan 22, 2019 at 11:35 AM about the 2019 Subaru Ascent Premium 8-Passenger AWD

Question type: Car Customization

With the Subaru Ascent Premium we want to tow
the Airstream Sport 22. It has a dry weight of 3463
and a GVWR of 4500. Many other TV use a Weight
Distribution Hitch, but Subaru’s Manuel (page 398)
says not to. We’re wondering why not, if it’s
supposed to help with stability.

2 Answers

F_O_R answered 5 years ago

Call up Subaru of America. Weight distributing hitches don't stabilize unless you add a stabilizer. You may be able to add sway control without the weight distribution. Ask you local RV dealer.

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GuruLKXMX answered 5 years ago

Any follow up with your situation? Did you end up with the equalizer hitch? I'm facing a similar situation.

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