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Replacement Sway Control Tab for Weight Distribution System - Weld On

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Replaces the sway control mounting bar for your weight distribution system. Weld-on application. 1-800-940-8924 to order Draw-Tite accessories and parts part number 3442 or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all Draw-Tite products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Replacement Sway Control Tab for Weight Distribution System - Weld On. Accessories and Parts reviews from real customers.
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Draw-Tite Accessories and Parts - 3442

  • Weight Distribution Hitch
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Replaces the sway control mounting bar for your weight distribution system. Weld-on application.


Features:

  • Replaces the sway control mounting bar for your weight distribution system
  • Weld-on installation
  • Dimensions: 4-7/8" long x 1-15/16" wide x 7/16 thick with a 5/8" hole


3442 Replacement Sway Control Tab for Weight Distribution System - Weld On




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Hello, friends and neighbors. Steve here with etrailer.com. Today we're looking at this replacement sway control tab for your weight distribution system. Now folks, this will replace the sway control mounting bar for your weight distribution system and it is a well-known application. We highly recommend you get it welded on by a professional, but if you're a DIYer and you know how to weld, go ahead and feel free to tackle it yourself. Now, just in case you're curious, this side over here gets welded on to the ball mount and it does fit the commonly one-on-one quarter inch sway-control little ball there.

Now, as far as some dimensions with this guy, I'm getting four and seven-eighths overall for a length. I was getting right at one and 15 16th of an inch. We can call it two inches if you want, and I was getting about seven-16th so a half inch depending on what you're looking at there. Now the hole again is a five-eighth inch hole. That's kind of a standard size for those little weight distribution balls.

Again, folks, simple weld-on replacement tab. I'm Steven, thanks for watching and have a great day.


Customer Reviews

Replacement Sway Control Tab for Weight Distribution System - Weld On - 3442

Average Customer Rating:  4.8 out of 5 stars   (31 Customer Reviews)

Replaces the sway control mounting bar for your weight distribution system. Weld-on application.

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Heavy duty tab arrived quickly and safely. Fast shipping.



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Package was delivered on time as promis ed.



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We ordered 3 Kenda S-Trail 145/12 tires for our pop-up, along with Reese friction sway control, sway control tab, and a Camco step cover. The order arrived quickly, was complete, and was packed well. We've dealt with etrailer before and this is their usual excellent service. Now to get the tires put on and we'll see how we like them!



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Perfect for what it is.



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Worked well with curt sway ball hitch on my old EZ Sway sway bar.



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Exactly what I needed for my trailer hitch. I looked everywhere but you were the only company where I could find it. Shipping was fast, tracking was easy to follow. Thanks again etrailer.com, your the best...Larry



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Simple tab for adding sway control to a hitch. Keep in mind you need to beable to weld this type of steel or know a welder that can do it properly. etrailer made it simple and cost effective to order.



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Same issue....Could be better not a very square cut...I put a square on it and has a small angle ...I will grind a little off to make it true to mate up to my hitch before I weld it on.....thanks



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I have used the friction type sway control across this country north to south and east to west. I have added these tabs to many hitches for this purpose...



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Exactly what I was looking for a lightweight trailer. Great price and fast shipping!



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I bought a new truck and needed to change receivers, I have a sway control and didn,t need a complete system. This tab will continued use of my current sway control. I ordered and received in a couple of days. Thanks for a trouble free transaction.



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Good instructions and easy to install. Works well to control sway on my Scamp 16.



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Product was as advertised; shipped right away, arrived 3 days after I placed my order. Second time using e-trailer, good expereince both times.



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E-Trailer responds fast to questions and ships immediately--never an issue with their service.



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Exactly what I needed. Ordered and delivered fast.



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Part was what i needed and super quick delivery!



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This product was exactly what I requested and customer service helped me finding the correct part that I needed. Speedy delivery.



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Works like a charm



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looks good, though the flame cut is rough on one side. I'll grind on it after welding it on.



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Arrived as promised in perfect conditio n.



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Great customer service!



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As expected and fast shipping.



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Exaclty what I expected, Very Nice



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Exactly as described, brush off the paint and weld it on.



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  • How to Add Sway Control to an E2 E2rb0710 Weight Distribution System
    Hey Neil, thanks for reaching out! According to my research your E2 system just has weight distribution and no sway control so I recommend welding the Tab # 3442 on your weight distribution head and then adding the Reese Friction Sway Control Kit # 83660 to add that sway control. We have some weight distribution options that include sway control if you'd like to go that route. Just let me know what the GVWR is for your trailer and I'd be more than happy to make a recommendation for you!
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  • How is Draw-Tite 3442 Sway Control Tab Attached to Ball Mount
    The # 3442 replacement sway control tab would be welded onto the side of a ball mount, and the 1-1/4 inch diameter trailer ball would mount in the 5/8 inch diameter hole in the tab. If a ball mount with a 3/4 inch rise or a 2 inch drop would work, Curt offers the # D320 with the tab already welded in place.
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  • Options for Sway Control Tab for Ball Mount for Attaching Hitch Ball
    Sounds like you are looking for the mount for the small ball of your friction sway control unit. You have a couple options like the part # D320 which is a ball mount that has the mounting tab attached to the side of the ball mount platform. We have the # 3442 which allows you to weld a tab onto your current ball mount, or we have the # RP26003 which fits between the ball mount platform and the hitch ball.
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    For your Wells Cargo Motorcycle trailer, you can use either sway control or weight distribution with sway control. If you want only sway control, I recommend the Reese Friction Sway Control Kit - Economy - by Draw-Tite, Reese and Hidden Hitch, # 83660 can be used with the Reese Sway-Control Bracket for 2" Ball Mounts - Class III and IV, # RP26003. This system uses a friction to stop sway once it starts. This may be enough for your system depending on the cross winds. Two can be mounted,...
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  • Is there a Sway-Control Bracket for the Left Side of a Trailer?
    While Reese does not offer this for the left side of your trailer, an option they provide instead is a Weld-On Sway Control Tab # 3442.
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  • How Many Friction Sway Control Units Should Sonic Venture SN231VRK Use
    The exterior length of your Sonic Venture SN231VRK is 26-1/2 feet which is just over the length where a second friction sway control system is recommended of 26 feet. So your best option would be to install a second # 83660. Typically, to add a second sway-control bracket to their WD hitch, the Draw-Tite Sway Control Tab, part # 3442 is welded on to the head of the system, giving an additional mount for the sway control ball. You'd then remove the inner section of the # 83660, rotate...
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  • Recommended Sway Bar for 28 to 35 Foot Camper
    For a sway bar that will work nicely on the camper you are looking to purchase I recommend the Reese Friction Sway Control Kit # 83660. Since your camper will be longer than 26 feet it is recommended to use two friction sway control bars so you will want to order two of these kits. This unit uses tension/friction to fight against trailer sway that is caused by winds, winding roads, or sudden maneuvers. It simply attaches to either side of the trailer tongue and the ball mount on your...
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  • Ball Mount Options that Have Sway Control Ball Mounting Tab
    Some draw bars will have the sway bar ball attachment mounted to the side of the ball mount platform like the Curt Ball Mount part # D320. Other options include using an adapter like part # RP26003 which fits on top of the platform between it and the hitch ball. Or you can have the tab welded to the side of the platform with part # 3442. We also have an adjustable ball mount part # 7390 which allows for various drop/rise settings and has the platform for the sway control ball. With any...
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  • Can Sway Control Adapter Plate # RP26003 Be Used on the Left or Right Side
    I do have an option that will allow you to use a sway control bar on the left side of a ball mount, however, the Reese Sway Control adapter plate # RP26003 is designed to be used on the right side only. To be used on the left side, this plate would have to be turned upside down and the lip on the bottom of the plate would not allow the hitch ball to be completely tightened to the plate and the lip would interfere with the operation of the sway control bar. To use a sway control bar...
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  • Recommended Sway Control for Towing with a 2018 Audi Q7
    To add sway control to your 2018 Audi Q7 towing setup I highly recommend the Tuson Asymmetric Sway Control # 335TSC-1000. I really like this unit because it activates the brakes on your trailer (per side as needed) when it senses the trailer start to sway. Not full-on braking, but light stops so it brings the trailer back under control. This is a higher-end setup but it does install permanently on the trailer and comes with an easy-to-read troubleshooting light in case any of the wiring...
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  • Can Reese Friction Sway Control be Used without Weight Distribution System
    Yes, the Reese Friction Sway Control part # 83660 can be used without a weight distribution system. Most people use it without a WD system actually. You will need to add a bracket to your ball mount for the smaller ball to attach. For that we have the part # RP26003 for ball mounts that fit 2 inch hitches. Or if you wanted to weld on a bracket to your current ball mount you could use the part # 3442.
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  • Can an Older Utility Trailer Have a Frictions Sway Control Unit Installed on It
    Sounds like you are talking about a friction sway control unit for your small utility trailer. For that you could use the # 83660 pretty easily. If you like the ball mount you have you can weld the sway control install tab part # 3442 to the side of it so that you can use it with the sway control or you can use the bracket # RP26005 if you do not want to weld the ball mount. The # 83660 is setup to bolt to the side of a trailer frame, but if you wanted to weld the plate on there's no...
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  • How Does Ball Bracket Install on Both Sides of Ball Mount for Two Friction Sway Control Units
    If you are going to do a dual friction sway control setup on your trailer you'd have to have two tabs welded to your ball mount with the part # 3442 and you'd be set. There isn't a different solution that does not require welding.
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  • Will Friction Sway Control Bar be Effective for 27 Foot Trailer Pulled by Ram 3500
    Adding a simple friction sway control bar is a great idea for when you are traveling down the highway; it will make towing your trailer in crosswinds less of a white-knuckle situation. Since you mentioned a 27 foot trailer it is recommended that you use two of the Friction Sway Control Kit # 83660 for optimum stability; a pair of these kits is going to give you the best amount of sway control. Using just one kit on a 27 foot trailer like your Coleman won't be quite enough. To use two...
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  • Is There a Way to Use Friction Sway Control with a Ball Mount that Fits a 2-1/2 inch Hitch
    Since vehicles that have 2-1/2 inch hitches don't normally use friction sway control as it's not normally needed there aren't any brackets for the smaller balls of the units that are setup for that hitch size but I do have a solution Mehdi. What you would want is the weld on bracket part # 3442 which you would need to have welded to the side of your ball mount and you'd be able to use a friction sway control.
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  • Recommended Adjustable Ball Mount for Use With Friction Sway Control Bars
    The photos did not come through but it sounds like you need a new ball mount to level the trailer while towing. In order to do this you will need to measure from the ground to the bottom of the coupler on the trailer while level and then subtract that measurement from the ground to the top of your hitch receiver opening. This will give you the correct amount of drop you will need to look for in a ball mount. I have also attached a help article that will walk you through this entire process...
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  • Part Needed for Ball Mount to Allow Friction Sway Control to be Used on Driver Side
    What you would need to do is have the weld-on sway bar tab part # 3442 attached to the driver side of the ball mount # C45036 that you have so that you can use the sway control you have that's set up to be used on the driver side.
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    For your NEO NMS2685TR with the enclosed V-nose, the Reese Friction Sway Control Kit # 83660 is the best option. Because of the length of your trailer, two are recommended. You can use the Reese Sway-Control Bracket for 2" Ball Mounts # RP26003 for one side and you will need to weld a tab like # 3442 onto the other side of your ball mount. I've attached some videos and an article to further assist.
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  • Can Second Friction Sway Control Unit be Added to Trailer
    Typically, to add a second sway-control bracket to their WD hitch, the Draw-Tite Sway Control Tab, part # 3442 is welded on to the head of the system, giving an additional mount for the sway control ball as you asked about. If you happen to be just using a standard ball mount on your trailer this tab would work for that as well. You can then add the Reese Friction Sway Control Kit, part # 83660 which has the ball included and can be used in the # 3442 tab. You'd just need to remove the...
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  • Can Reese Friction Sway Control Kit Be Used on Driver Side of Trailer
    The Reese Friction Sway Control Kit # 83660 referenced in your question can indeed be installed on the left/driver side of the trailer. To do this you just need to remove the slide bar and reinstall it upside down like you mentioned. This is absolutely okay to do and it will not result in limited function or any negative consequences. I have attached a link that will take you to another expert's answer page where he demonstrates exactly how to do this. As you also mentioned, to install...
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    For the weight, you may not need to use a weight distribution system with your larger towing capacity. However, if you have a weight distribution system that has sway control like # EQ37100ET, I recommend using it because it will still help mitigate the effects of crosswinds and passing traffic. If you don't want to use weight distribution or if your system doesn't include the sway control, then I recommend the Reese Friction Sway Control Kit # 83660 along with # RP26003. If your trailer...
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  • Can the Pro Series Friction Sway Control Kit # 83660 Install on Both Sides of Trailer
    The Reese Friction Sway Control Kit # 83660 can be installed on the driver's side of your trailer since its internal friction arm can be removed and reinserted upside down, however the Sway Control Tab # RP26005 cannot be inverted to the bottom side of your ball mount. Instead you'll need to use part # 3442 which is a weld-on part that can be attached to the left side of your ball mount. Part # D320 shows an example of how such a combination of items will look, but note this example...
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  • Sway Control for a Trailer and 2006 Ford F-250 that Already has Weight Distribution
    Since the trailer weighs 8,000 pounds you will need to use 2 friction anti-sway bars since they are only functional up to 6,000 pounds gross trailer weight. You can use 2 of # 83660. It is going to be a little tricky though since you already have a weight distribution system. You would have to have some tabs welded to the head, # 3442, for one. You would have to ask the manufacturer of the system if these tabs can be welded on. Welding should be performed by a qualified professional welder...
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