Weight distributing hitch and the E53

[Rbot7]

Hello everyone,

First time post here, and sorry if this question has been answered before.

I have a 2006 3.0 E53 with the factory installed hitch that I use to pull my 3500lb travel trailer. The combo works great, however there have been some (scary) sway issues at highway speeds that I would like to adjust for.

Although, the trailers tongue-weight doesn't necessitate it, a local trailer dealer has recommended a weigh distribution hitch to reduce sway.

In reading through various threads it is very clear that BMW discourages weight distributing hitches for the E70 (the E70 "Trailer Hitch Guidelines and Cautions" clearly states- "Do not use weight distribution equipment.")

However is this true for the E53? I have yet to find any specific references to BMW warning against weight distributing hitches for the E53.

On page 2-6 of the "BMW E53 Hitch install" PDF
posted by X5Boise here-

http://www.xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-foru...ation-pdf.html

it even states that the maximum trailer and tongue weights authorized for the tow bar are 6000lbs for both "weight distributing" and weight carrying" trailers...

Add to that the large amount of anecdotal evidence in this forum of positive experiences of using weight distribution hitches and the E53....

Anyone have evidence that BMW discourages weight distribution hitches for the e53 as they do for the e70?

Also any good suggestions for best reducing sway?

Thank very much! Excited to join the community.