Strait-Line Weight Distribution w Sway Control - Round Bar - 12,000 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW

Reese Weight Distribution - RP66078

Featuring dual-cam sway control to stop trailer sway before it begins, this weight-distribution system has flexible, powder coated steel, round spring bars that create a level ride for both your trailer and your tow vehicle. Shank sold separately.

Features:

• Evenly distributes weight over axles of tow vehicle and trailer for stability and control
  • Creates a more level ride for both tow vehicle and trailer
• Automatically self-adjusting, self-centering sway control works in a variety of situations
  • Straight-line movement - cams lock in position to hold trailer steady despite crosswinds
  • Cornering - cams automatically unlock and slide to allow full-radius turns
  • Sudden swerving - cams seek a straight-line angle to help stabilize trailer
• Sway control bolts onto A-frame trailer tongue and attaches to lift brackets via chains
  • No U-bolts or platforms to interfere with frame-mounted items such as gas tanks, toolboxes or generators
• Round spring bars are hot rolled and tapered for superior strength and flexibility
  • Bars flex appropriately over uneven terrain for a controlled, even ride
  • Sway-control cams provide attachment point for spring bars
• Head assembly has a forged, raised ball platform - eliminates need for raised hitch ball
• Adjustable spring-bar tension - just switch links in lift chains to fine-tune
• Easy-to-use blocks for simple, fast adjustment of the ball mount angle
  • Uniquely shaped washer is positioned between blocks on head to give desired tilt
• System includes sway-control cams, head assembly, lift brackets, spring bars, lift chains and all necessary hardware
  • Adjustable shank and trailer hitch ball sold separately
    • Ball requires threaded shank with 1-1/4" diameter
• Made in the USA

Specs:

• Tongue weight: 600 lbs - 1,200 lbs
• Gross towing weight: 12,000 lbs
• Fits: 2" x 2" trailer hitch receivers rated for use with weight-distribution systems
• Lift-bracket positioning: mount about 30" back from hitch ball
  • Requires approximately 5-1/2" of space along trailer frame
    • Optional mounts (RP58306 - sold separately ) that take up less space on trailer frame are available
  • Will not fit trailer frames wider than 2-1/2"
• Limited lifetime warranty

Note: Dual-cam sway control cannot be use with surge-type trailer brakes and is designed for Class III and Class IV hitches only.

Create a stable ride for your tow vehicle and trailer with a weight-distribution hitch. Adding spring bars to your towing system applies leverage, which transfers the load that is pushing down on the rear of your vehicle to all the axles on both your tow vehicle and your trailer, resulting in an even distribution of weight throughout. The result is a smooth, level ride, as well as the ability to tow the maximum capacity of your hitch.

Selecting a Weight-Distribution System

The tongue weight rating is the most important factor in determining which size weight-distribution system you should use. If the bars of the system you choose are rated too high for your setup, they will create a rigid ride, which can result in a bouncing trailer. If, on the other hand, the bars are not rated high enough, the system will be unable to properly distribute the weight, rendering it virtually useless.

To determine the proper weight rating for a weight-distribution system, you must first determine your trailer's tongue weight. Then add to that the weight of the cargo behind the rear axle of your tow vehicle. These two measurements make up the tongue weight rating for a weight-distribution system.

Unique Features of Reese Strait-Line Weight Distribution

The easy-to-use, block-style washer on the Reese system makes adjusting the tilt of the weight-distribution head a snap. This uniquely shaped washer can be rotated and positioned between blocks on the weight-distribution head for simple, secure positioning. And the numbered sides provide reference points should you need to adjust your system between different tow vehicles. This is a huge improvement over the standard pin-and-washer method, which involves piling washers - one on top of another - onto a difficult-to-access pin to obtain the desired tilt.

The round spring bars of this system slide up into the weight-distribution head and secure with pins for quick, easy installation. With a tapered design and hot rolled steel construction, these bars offer superior flex, ensuring a smooth, controlled ride for both your tow vehicle and your trailer. In addition, these specially designed bars have rounded, hooked ends, making them the only kind of spring bars that can function with Reese's active-style, dual-cam sway control.

Dual-Cam Sway Control

Reese's dual-cam sway-control system stops trailer sway before it begins. This is a significant improvement over traditional friction-style controls, which help to correct sway only after it has already begun. This specially designed system uses unique sliding devices called "cams" to suspend the spring bars of your weight-distribution system. One end of a cam bolts onto your trailer's frame, and the other end attaches to the lift bracket via the lift chain. The rounded, hooked ends of the spring bars then sit in these cams. The controlled placement of the spring bars keeps your system secure while still allowing enough movement for free, easy interaction between your trailer and your tow vehicle.

During basic, straight-line towing, the cams lock in place and hold the trailer steady by applying constant, consistent pressure to both sides. This keeps the trailer from swaying in crosswinds. When you go into a turn, the cams unlock and slide to allow a controlled, full-radius maneuver. If you swerve suddenly, the cams will give to accommodate the movement while still working to obtain a straight angle, thereby maintaining control of the trailer.

66078 Reese Strait-Line Round Bar Weight Distribution Hitch without Hitch Bar

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Replacement parts available for this product

Replacement Lift Brackets with Handle for Reese Weight Distribution Systems $77.95

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• Weight Distribution and Sway Control Recommendation for 2008 Toyota Tundra and a 30 Foot Toy Hauler
  
• There are several decisions to make when selecting a weight distribution system for your towing needs. The first and most important decision is to select a system that is properly rated for the capacity your setup requires. Since you have close to 10,000 pounds gross trailer weight, I would recommend a weight distribution system with a 12,000 pound gross weight and 1,200 pound tongue weight like you selected. You can go with a round bar system like the Strait-Line Weight Distribution with Swa
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