Is this right For you? Product Expert Lindsey S says:
This weight distribution system will help to evenly distribute the load over the axles of both your tow vehicle and trailer for a smooth, controlled ride. Includes round, forged steel spring bars and an adjustable shank. Hitch ball sold separately.
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Create a more 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.
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.
Forged Steel Spring Bars
The round spring bars are made from forged steel, giving them a distinct advantage over typical cast steel bars. Forging is a process where thermal and mechanical energy are applied to the steel, resulting in a finished product that is more resilient to impacts and is stronger in terms of shear strength. Simply put, these spring bars do a superior job of helping to hold your trailer in line because of their added strength and durability.
Built-In Grease Zerks
The system's head features 2 built-in grease zerks so that you can easily lubricate the spring bars without having to remove them from the head assembly. The grease zerks are located on each of the shafts that encase the spring bars. Simply use a grease gun (sold separately) to inject grease into each of the zerks.
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (598 Customer Reviews)
This weight distribution system will help to evenly distribute the load over the axles of both your tow vehicle and trailer for a smooth, controlled ride. Includes round, forged steel spring bars and an adjustable shank. Hitch ball sold separately.I've owned this hitch a couple of weeks now, went through the assembly and the proper setups techniques, which takes a couple of hours and probably standard among most WDH styles. the reason for low stars is that I have yet to tow with it and a little retention clip for one of the bars has fallen off. The entire hitch is no longer usable with this missing. (you cannot tow with the bars removed, according to Curt customer service) these retention clips are riveted on in the factory and this one was somehow defective. Curt has offered to send me a replacement immediately, which is good, but if you use this hitch be aware if this small rivet fails then your entire hitch cannot be used until the main section is replaced (requiring full disassembly and reassembly)
Very good product , does the job. Two things I don't like. The "snap ins" for the flex bars. Are you supposed to pull them out with your fingers? To release the bars? It hurts my fingers, to the point I can't do it. So I use an old large flat screwdriver, that's works. Second, the hair pins, they hurt putting them in, and taking them out. I had another hitch that did not have the engineering mistakes. Other than that it works fine. Pay attention to the instructions and videos , they help a lot. etrailers does a great job, They let U speak to a tech, if U want, he was a great help. I definitely would do business with them again.
Trailer pulls much nice woth it on. Still get a good deal sway when I'm being passed by a larger vehicle. One of the little pins came out, how I caught was pure luck.
Bruce D - 08/19/2021Easy to install and worked well. I still had to reposition the car on the trailer to eliminate all the sway. But that is to be expected as the tongue weight still needs to be 10-15% of the trailer weight. I would buy this again but perhaps the 10K unit
It's been a year and so far, there's been no issues or problems. Once set up, it works flawlessly and really makes a difference on how the trailer and truck handles. I would highly recommend this to anyone!
Works great, no more porpoising
George J.,
I received the Curt Weight Distribution System C17051 earlier this week and finally have time today to check everything.
I have all the parts and should have it ready to go later this week.
Thanks for the quick shipping and your interest in my satisfaction.
Very happy with product looking forward to several years of services.
Rodney
George J - 06/07/2016I have installed the curt 17051weight distributing hitch according to the easy to follow instructions. Test drove with camper connected and pulled very easy. Will be going on first long trip next week..
Robert P - 06/22/2019Excellent quality product. I did alot of research before purchasing this weight distribution system and this one fit the bill perfectly. The shank is solid, not hollow like some other brands. The installation is not bad, alittle tedious to get measurements just right if not on perfectly level ground, but not too bad. Driving difference is night and day. Overall a great product for a great price. Extremely satisfied and I would recommend this to anybody looking for a quality product at a great price.
Ben - 06/04/2016Curt 17051 weight distribution hitch. This hitch works great with my 2005 Chevy Suburban and equally well with 2011 Chevy Avalanche. The coil spring rear suspension on these vehicle ride really nice but sags a lot with my 26' travel trailer attached. The weight distribution hitch installed easily and after adjusting, the ride height is back to within one inch of the unloaded ride height and can be cranked up more if needed.
The round bars can easily be installed or removed and have grease fittings. When the spring bar is turned sideways, the locking pin comes out of the groove and the bar falls out. This makes it easy to remove the spring bar.
Sway control is definitely helpful for this combination. I'm using an add-on Curt friction sway control. I should have bought the whole kit with sway control included.
This equalizer assembly is exactly like another brand we put on another trailer, just not as heavy.
This equalizer went on our travel trailer, gets used maybe twice a year right now.
We pull this trailer or a 23' flat hauling a Jeep plus accessories (13500 lb. GVW) with a Ram 1500.
Delivery was quick, all the parts were ok and there. Nice looking paint/powder coat.
Hitch is still in the box, never opened or used... How do I write a review?
I'm going to put it on my local Craigslist, it's taking up room in my garage.
RJ - 10/05/2018etrailer.com has earned my business with their outstanding customer service and prompt deliveries. Did I say free shipping. Also I can’t say enough praises for Curt Manufacturing. Their powder coated weight distribution package is the best.
Everything looks good out of the box. Instructions and assembly easy. Took maybe half hour to setup. I wish instructions were more specific regarding the type of grease, but otherwise very satisfied.
Victoria B - 10/19/2019Product was easy to install and worked as advertised. My application was a bit odd and I went for a different solution after using it for a while, in the end to avoid the torque bars, I swapped the 2" hitch to a 2.5" hitch. Raising the trailer on the electric tongue jack made installing the torque bars a lot easier and I avoid the potential finger pinch at the chain/hook connection. The chain had a tendency to slip off the hook when applying the tension. My rig is heavy enough (1 ton) that the load distribution made little difference, for a lighter tractor I can see how it would improve the handling.
The Curt hitch is a quality product for the money. One suggestion to make the installation go easier. Use a old fashioned scissors jack to raise the tension bars to hook the chains on.
looks easy to install.thanks happy new year.
Overall I was surprisingly impressed with the build quality and thickness of the steel. etrailer Shipped the product in an outer box which was a nice touch. I am very pleased as usual. I have ordered from etrailer a handful of times and will continue to do so. Great prices and quality inventory.
John B - 08/15/2018The product itself is excellent but was delivered without the hardware bag with all of the fasteners needed to assemble the hitch nor did the package contain the hitch ball also ordered. I contacted eTrailer and spoke with Michele about the missing items and she apologized and said that she would contact Curt to get the hitch pieces sent to me. I received the missing pieces AND the hitch ball five days later. Have to give a better than good rating even though the last time I ordered from eTrailer I had no problems with getting what I ordered and gave an excellent rating that time.
Not my first experience with etrailer won't be the last. They have good service, helpful staff, quick shipping and good prices. The Curt weight distribution hitch is comparable to higher priced brands and works well for less money.
good product.easy set up, makes my silverado ride great.e trailer is great place to purchase items for r v
RL - 02/01/2019Very easy to install and set-up. Hard to imagine why I would want to spend more unless it included a sway control system. Very pleased with my purchase. My only small complaint was that I read many reviews from other customers of etrailer praising the speediness of their shipping; my order showed to be "in-stock" but took nearly a week before it actually shipped. Now once it left the facility the shipping was very fast.
I ordered this item on a weekend. I am impressed with the service I received! I received order confirmation, shipping information, and was able to watch routing. I received my order quickly. This is a first class operation and I would definitely use them in the future! The item was exactly as presented and I'm very happy with it.
Brett - 07/12/2017Great experience! I contacted etrailer help desk, instant reply to my question. I ordered a complete hitch with extra parts, it came the second day! Amazing service. If you are looking for anything to do with any of the products they sell, you will not find better service anywhere, and with free shipping, I doubt if you will find a better price.
After researching online and after talking with local hitch installers I ordered the recommended product from etrailer! I found the price to be fair and after ordering the item arrived on time! We're very happy with etrailer and highly recommend them!
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