WDH??

I have a 2019 TRD with an auto trans. and I have installed Sumo springs (500lbs capacity). I am towing an Aliner A frame trailer that weights 1900 lbs loaded. It squats my truck 2 inches and was wondering do I need a WHD? Thanks

 

Yea, WTH? I have a T@B Boondock, doesn’t drop any, with stock springs. What is your tongue weight? It should be 10-15% of total trailer weight.

 

Yeah, your tongue weight should be between 10-15% of the trailer weight, so 190-285 lbs. If it's significantly more than that, your trailer isn't loaded correctly. Generally, a 1900 lb trailer with the proper tongue weight is well within the Tacoma's ability. I wouldn't even consider a WDH. But if you're squating more than you think you should, check your tongue weight and your suspension.

 

I think I need to check torque weight. My Aliner is the Classic off road model with a front hard dormer. I think the tongue weight is going to be around 350-400 lbs.

 

Got tongue weight at 375lbs. Truck is suppose to be good for 640. What am I missing that makes the rear sag two inches. Thanks

 

how much air in the Sumos?

 

Sumos are foam. The new ones don't touch while unloaded. I assume 2 inches is fine because the first inch is only your leafs.

I am not your insurance company, but you do not need a WDH for this trailer, if it's actually 1900 loaded

 

Ah. My bad. Thought they were just another brand of air bag...........

 

Just because it's "good for 640" doesn't mean it won't sag. But where did the 640 come from?

 

That's a huge tongue weight for such a little trailer. I guess the front dormer must throw the center of gravity forward. It's normal to get sag with the stock springs under that load. If you tow a lot another alternative to is a Roadmaster Active Suspension, which increases the springrate of the stock springs. Or get heavier springs. But if you're not towing a lot the WDH sounds like a good option to try.