Is Creaking Noise Normal from Blue Ox Weight Distribution System

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when driving slow or turning the noise coming from the tow system sounds like a creeking sinking ship. Any thoughts?

asked by: Rick B

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It's very normal for weight distribution systems to make noises like what you described. There's a lot of tension in the system that is made from metal components that have to move so noise becomes inevitable. And actually it helps reduce sway since the noise is basically the sound of friction. Attempts to lessen the sounds will make the sway control diminished.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

You are correct that in the Blue Ox SwayPro Owner's Manual they do recommend use molybdenum grease on both the hitch ball and the spring bars. The LubriMatic Moly EP Grease #LM54FR in a grease gun, such as #L30480, will work well. You could use…

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Answer 2

With weight distribution/sway control (WD/SC) systems the best ground clearance generally comes from trunnion-style setups like the Equal-i-zer #EQ37040ET that you referenced. These systems' bars do connect to the side of the head assembly,…

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Answer 3

Since you want the version of the Blue Ox SwayPro for up to 550 lb tongue weight with the shortest shank the part number you want is the #BXW0550 as it has a shank with 7 holes and would give you the best ground clearance.

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Thanks for the picture! Based on that you have the Blue Ox Underslung weight distribution head #BXW4012.

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The difference between Blue Ox SwayPro heads #BXW4011 and #BXW4012 is the angle at which the trunnions are relative to the head. Head #BXW4012 is designed for underslung, also called bottom-mount, couplers so the bars are not at as a steep of an…

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Answer 6

Yes, you can use the SwayPro Replacement Head for Underslung Couplers #BXW4012. In fact, that's exactly what you need to do to solve your problem.

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Answer 7

An underslung trailer coupler is one that attaches to the bottom of the trailer frame and an overslung one is one that attaches to the top of the frame. The Replacement Head for Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution Systems part #BXW4011 is for…

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The difference is that the Blue Ox Swaypro part #BXW2000 is for standard couplers on trailer frames that attach to the top of the trailer frame and the #BXW2003 is for underslung couplers which attach to the bottom of the frame. Now the specific…

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Answer 9

For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the vehicle…

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Answer 10

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 11

I would recommend that Blue Ox TrackPro #BLU77FR simply because it does not have lift chains like the SwayPro #BXW1006. Both will do a great job but the TrackPro will have a little less movement because of the absence of drop chains. Blue Ox is a…

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Answer 12

That is a great question. Both of those are great weight distribution hitches. Between the two, I prefer the Reese Dual Cam II over the Strait Line. The Dual Cam uses an L-bracket to attach to the frame, instead of a chain and lift bracket.…

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