Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion - 6K GTW, 600 TW
(225 reviews)
Price: $695.74
In Stock
Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion - 6K GTW, 600 TW
Item # RP66558
Retail:$1,013.95
Our Price: $695.74
You Save: $318.21
In Stock
Thank you! Your comment has been submitted successfully. You should be able to view your question/comment here within a few days.
Error submitting comment. Please try again momentarily.
- All Info
- Reviews (225)
- Q & A (0)
- Photos
Reese Weight Distribution Hitch - RP66558
- 500 lbs
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Allows Backing Up
- Reese
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Some Sway
Friction in brackets and in head works to prevent and correct trailer sway. Chainless brackets with automotive-style friction pads hold spring bars firmly in place to help keep trailer in line with your tow vehicle. Adjustable shank included.
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
- Integrated sway control limits side-to-side movement of trailer
- Brackets keep spring bars in place for a rigid system that holds your trailer in line
- No lift chains - eliminates unwanted movement of spring bars
- Automotive-grade friction material lines brackets to help correct any sway that may occur due to winds, curvy roads, or sudden maneuvers
- System head provides frictional resistance to limit movement of spring bars
- Brackets keep spring bars in place for a rigid system that holds your trailer in line
- Trunnion spring bars are hot rolled and tapered for superior strength and flexibility
- Bars flex appropriately over uneven terrain for a controlled, even ride
- Desired head tilt is achieved with traditional washer design
- Add or remove washers from spacer rivet to tilt head up or down
- No-drill, clamp-on brackets can adjust along the trailer frame to accommodate frame-mounted items such as gas tanks, toolboxes or generators
- Included lift handle eases installation by reducing lifting required by trailer jack
- Steel shank has corrosion-resistant powder coat
- System includes head assembly, adjustable shank, trunnion spring bars, sway control brackets, lift handle, pin and clip, and all necessary hardware
- Hitch ball sold separately - requires 1" diameter shank
Specs:
- Tongue weight: 400 lbs - 600 lbs
- Gross towing weight: 6,000 lbs
- Fits: 2" x 2" trailer hitch receivers rated for use with weight distribution systems
- Maximum trailer frame height: 6"
- Sway control bracket positioning: 25" - 32" back from center of coupler
- Shank length:
- 7-3/4" From center of hitch pin hole to center of adjustment holes
- 8-3/4" From center of hitch pin hole to front of shank
- 6-3/4" From center of hitch pin hole to back of shank
- 12" Overall
- Total height adjustment along shank: 7-1/2"
- Maximum rise: 7-5/8"
- Maximum drop: 2-7/8"
- Overall height: 8-3/4"
- Holes are spaced 1-1/4" apart on center
- Limited lifetime warranty
| Included w/ System | Required - Sold Separately | Optional Add-Ons |
|---|---|---|
|
| n/a |
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.
Integrated Dependent Sway Control
The Steadi-Flex weight distribution system works to stop trailer sway before it begins. This is achieved in 2 ways. First, the system head is designed to firmly hold the spring bars in place to provide tight resistance and help ensure that your trailer tracks behind your vehicle. Second, the spring bar brackets that mount on your trailer's frame produce friction with the bars whenever any side-to-side motion occurs. This keeps the bars from moving, also helping to hold your trailer in a straight line.
System Head with Steel-on-Steel Friction
The head of the Steadi-Flex system firmly holds the spring bars in place at the hitch point. This tight hold helps to keep the bars from moving, which in turn helps to ensure that the trailer is held firmly in place behind your vehicle. If any sway or side-to-side movement does occur, the spring bars will move only slightly inside of the system's head. This steel-on-steel contact produces frictional resistance to limit further side-to-side motion of the bars, limiting the motion of your trailer in the process. The Steadi-Flex head is wider than most weight distribution heads. This design allows for greater surface area for the spring bars to move against. This makes it easier to produce the friction that resists sway.
Sway Control Brackets with Automotive-Grade Friction Material
The spring bars attach to the trailer frame with fixed, sturdy steel brackets. They sit on top of the brackets instead of being suspended by chains like the bars that are on traditional weight distribution systems. Chain suspensions typically allow a good deal of side-to-side play in the system. Because the Steadi-Flex has brackets in place of chains, that unwanted movement of the spring bars is eliminated. This helps to keep your trailer in line behind your vehicle. In addition, these brackets create friction to limit any side-to-side movement that may occur. When each spring bar on the Steadi-Flex system moves within the bracket, it rubs along the surface of the bracket, creating friction. This resistance limits the movement of the spring bar, thus preventing further side-to-side movement of the trailer.
Most systems with sway control brackets use bare steel brackets to create friction with the steel bars. Steel-on-steel friction typically causes a much louder ride, and it can result in wear and tear on the brackets themselves. The Steadi-Flex brackets, on the other hand, are lined with automotive-grade friction material. This material is more abrasive than bare steel, which allows more friction to build up faster and easier. The long-lasting friction material also reduces the banging noise created by the bars hitting the inside of the steel brackets. This provides a quieter ride while towing.
Fast, Easy Installation
The Steadi-Flex system is easy to install and set up. On the trailer side, simply clamp the spring bar brackets around your trailer's frame. Then prepare your vehicle by sliding the included shank into your 2" x 2" hitch receiver, and bolt on the head. The system head can be easily adjusted to achieve the proper angle and optimum leverage for your specific setup. No drilling is required to install this weight distribution system.
Head Tilt Adjustment
The Steadi-Flex system uses the traditional washer-style adjustment method to achieve the perfect tilt. Controlling the head tilt helps you to fine-tune the leverage and maximize the amount of tension in the whole system. To adjust the tilt, simply slide washers onto the adjustment pin and insert the pin into the head assembly. To increase the angle, add a washer. To reduce the angle, remove a washer.
Tapered Spring Bars
The spring bars of the Steadi-Flex system slide into the weight distribution head for quick, easy installation. With a tapered design and hot rolled steel construction, these bars offer superior flex to evenly distribute the weight between your tow vehicle and your trailer.
The bars easily pin into place inside the system head - no need to torque or re-torque any trunnion bolts to adjust the tension. With fewer parts to manage, installing and maintaining the Steadi-Flex is simple.
Adjustable, Clamp-On Brackets
The spring bar brackets simply clamp around your trailer's frame - no drilling required. These brackets are designed to be positioned 27" to 32" back from your coupler and they can fit a wide range of frame sizes and can even be used on a trailer with a bottom-mounted coupler.
While other brackets use relatively thin L-pins to secure the spring bars in place on the brackets, the Steadi-Flex system uses steel pieces that are almost as wide as the brackets themselves to secure the bars. These retention brackets easily pin into place once wrapped around the spring bars. As a result, you can have greater piece of mind knowing that the spring bars are secure and less likely to rattle around inside of the brackets.
66558 Reese Steady Flex Light Duty Weight Distribution System with Sway Control - 6,000 lbs GTW, 600 lbs TW
Installation Details
California residents: click here
Customer Satisfaction Score:
94% were satisfied with this product
6% of customers were not satisfied
- Arrived Damaged
- Product did not meet expectations
Customer Reviews
Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion - 6K GTW, 600 TW - RP66558
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (225 Customer Reviews)
Friction in brackets and in head works to prevent and correct trailer sway. Chainless brackets with automotive-style friction pads hold spring bars firmly in place to help keep trailer in line with your tow vehicle. Adjustable shank included.by: Preston 03/30/2023
This thing was awesome. No sway from high bridges,and semi trucks. Went over some very high tall bridges no sway there either. Track true on my Tacoma and Rockwood Roo 19. Once we got it dailed in. Distributed weight perfect front was spot one.
by: Robert 04/02/2024
Works great (Jeep Wrangler pulling 3500LB load), as with all friction based WD hitches there is some squeaking when turning corners but that is as expected. Deliver and price was good. Would by again.
by: John04/30/2018
I've towed a few thousand miles with this hitch on my Astro Van (properly equipped) pulling a 15ft open deck car trailer(~4000lb loaded with 450lb TW). I have been very happy with this purchase. The anti-sway system on the WDH works very well even with my smallish tow vehicle. No issues when towing in crummy weather with strong winds and driving rain, the hitch handled wonderfully. The sway control is fairly quiet when making sharp turns or backing up.
Great product!
by: Rob09/28/2015
Working well for my Boat Trailer with surge brakes. I'm happy I went with this 600/6000 LBS version instead of maxing out the 400/4000 LBS version on my 380/3700 LBS rig. I'm now towing legal again since down-sizing my tow vehicle to a 2015 Ford Flex, AWD, V6 EcoBoost, Even with the factory tow package the Flex is only rated for 200/2000 without WDS, but 450/4500 with WDS. I did a couple trips to my local lake before WDS (30 mile round trip via 45 MPH roads) and the Flex felt safe for that distance/speed, but it had a lot more trailer jolt and was not quite as stable as my old GMC Envoy XL. The WDS has improved the towing stability and ride well beyond my expectations, and is now even better then towing was with buddy's full-size Pickup. I did have to use a Pole-Tongue Adapter (RP58393), and customize the adapter mounting to my trailer, but I can already tell this added hassle and expense will be well worth it for the long-haul trips I do a few times a year.
by: Lorie09/22/2023
We bought the 6k GTW- 600 TW which is slightly more than we needed but it was a fairly easy installation. The truck pulls the camper so much smoother and safer my husband even let me drive on the highway!
by: David G05/15/2019
Very happy with hitch system. Has made a difference in towing our camper. Easy to install, and easy to use for each trip.
by: Todd03/07/2016
Works great. I am able to tow a 3,500 lb travel trailer with a Jeep Wrangler Rubicon. Jeep sits level. No sway from wind or emergency lane changes. Works fine on mild off road trails. Hook up only takes about 8 minutes longer once the process is well known.
by: Robert 09/12/2022
I really like the Reese Stedi-Flex system. I use it with a 2.0" ball on a Tundra when towing a small 3500lb travel trailer. I don't need it for load leveling, but it keeps the trailer in control on the highway. I have a heavier duty Reese system for towing my 8,000lb sail boat trailer (where I do need leveling) and it also works very well for anti sway
by: Vance 05/02/2023
Was easy enough to install. If I ran into any snags, it was because of me, not the product. E- Trailer provides excellent products and amazing service. Best value for the money.
by: Scot 06/06/2021
This has been a lifesaver for our Jeep Cherokee (non-Grand) towing a 4k# trailer. Prior to this, towing felt sketchy above 50 and downright unsafe above 70. With this, things feel secure at any speed.
Just remember to take the bars off if you're doing any sort of off-roading.
I really only have 2 gripes, hence the 4-star review:
1. The pins connecting the trunnions tend to spin a bit while driving, which can result in the cotter pin getting mangled. I had to buy a bolt cutter to remove one once and now carry them and spare cotter pins as a result. I'm very careful to always align the pins with the bars but it doesn't stay that way. It seems they could improve the design.
2. The pins tend to wear with sharp edges, making inserting and removing them very difficulty. I've already had to file the edges down once and expect to have to do it every season or so.
Both of these are very manageable, though, and are a small price to pay for the increased safety and comfort while towing.
by: richardd l06/08/2019
Still can't figure out how to level the trailer! To undue the spring bars I need to raise the trailer and truck very high! Deciding whether I should just tow on the ball and not use this setup. Not very happy
Mike L.
6/10/2019
Wed be happy to help you get that figured out. Take a look at the set-up video Ive linked for you. If you still have questions after that, please let us know.
by: Jim M07/06/2019
Was used to tow a 3500lb. travel trailer with YJ Jeep with a 5.3ls engine conversion. Set bars to a very light setting. Trailer tows very nicely. Great product. The braking system for anti-sway is one of best on the market. Replaceable brake pads are the way to go, just like in tow vehicle.
by: Charles12/27/2020
WOW! I have a Lance 1995 24 foot trailer that was balanced but swayed above 55 mph. I researched the solution on this site and based on everything suggested I purchased the Reese Steadi-Flex. I formerly had a Husky round bar unit that did not address the issue. The order had a minor delay so I was contacted by etrailer. They gave me options but assured me what I bought was the best. So I waited. Glad I did. I cannot believe the difference. There is absolutely no sway whatsoever with this unit. After a long drive on Hwy 99 I found the speed had crept up to 70! Oops. Still in perfect control. Had I done this before I would have wound up in a ditch!
This thing is literally a life saver and I am no longer worried when I have to tow with it. Super cudos for staff at etrailer. You have my business from here on out. Also I want to comment on the complaint about the bars being heavy. Not so. I am sixty eight and recently damaged both thumbs so my lifting is limited. (btw, old guys SHOULD NOT use a jackhammer!) The old round bar Husky was heavy, these straight steel bars are not. Much easier to set this unit up. I will never drive with my trailer again without the Steadi-Flex. Thanks etrailer!
by: Greg03/09/2016
Hitch works great. Sometimes use it without sway bars (for short trips), but noticeably less sway and bobbing with sway bars attached. Used with Ram 1500 and Lance 1995 trailer.
After a few trips, one of the friction pads cracked and separated. Etrailer was very helpful getting it replaced quickly. No problems in the subsequent trips.
by: Chuck03/24/2018
Recommendation by etrailer was perfect.
Easy to install
Trailer pulls with no sway, wandering
Or porpoising.
Take the recommendation and go with it.
They know what they are doing.
Chuck C.
3/25/2019
Great
by: Roland P04/03/2019
I just bought a new trailer that is 7 feet longer than my last and heavier and I now have a truck instead of an SUV so I needed to get a new weight distribution hinge with sway control. etrailer had all the best brands at the best price and delivery was fast. Unfortunately that's all I can comment on so far. I'm not picking up the new trailer till mid April, so I can't comment on how well it works or show pictures. I'll update later.
by: William04/18/2018
I searched many different companys on line. I kept going back to Etrailer for many many questions regarding various other hitches and weight issues. They were extremely helpful with all my questions and very patient. Plus once I placed the order I received my order two days early.
They are the best in customer service and price. I would differently use them again.
by: William04/18/2018
I searched many different companys on line. I kept going back to Etrailer for many many questions regarding various other hitches and weight issues. They were extremely helpful with all my questions and very patient. Plus once I placed the order I received my order two days early.
They are the best in customer service and price. I would differently use them again.
by: Michael M.06/09/2019
Very happy with my purchase, etrailer is a fabulous company to deal with , great installation videos for this item as with all the products I’ve purchased from them over the past few years.
by: Tim C.04/18/2018
Excellent customer service and helpful installation video online. I was disappointed in the quality of the product (not etrailer's fault) due to poorly tapped holes and paint in the holes that made assembly slightly more difficult than should have been required. Just be aware of this so you don't cross thread any bolts and strip out the threads!
by: Happy Customer04/19/2021
Very happy with product. Was fairly easy to install after watching video. I use mostly for long distance interstate driving. It makes the truck and trailer feel like one unit.
by: Henry05/14/2018
quick ship had it in three days expecting hitch to work as intended.
by: Bill C05/11/2017
Great product, easy install. Fast shipping, thanks
by: Bruce03/16/2018
Delivered very fast. Great price and great customer service. Will definitely be buying again
by: Roland 08/17/2023
25
225
Show More Reviews
See what our Experts say about this Reese Weight Distribution Hitch
- Recommended WDS for a 2021 Forest River Wildwood X-Lite FSX TTThe Blue Ox 2-Point Weight Distribution system you're looking at would work fine but I don't think you're going to need a system that big. I recommend checking out the Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control # RP66558 instead. This system has a tongue weight range of 400-600 lbs which seems like it'll be much better suited for you. I do still recommend loading your trailer as if you were heading out and having your trailer weighed to get the official tongue weight...
view full answer... - Should Friction Pads Be Lubricated on Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution System You do not need to lubricate the pads for your Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution System # RP66558. Standard lubrication products can actually cause more of an issue since they leave residue behind. If the pads look too dry you can use some brake cleaner since that won't leave any residue but will do a nice job of dissolving grime/debris.
view full answer... - How to Determine the Maximum Towing Weight for a 2008 Toyota HighlanderYou will need to check your vehicle owners manual, the drivers side door jamb, and the trailer hitch itself, to determine the maximum towing capacity for your specific vehicle. I did some research on the internet and found that the 2008 Toyota Highlander, is rated for from 2,000 lbs towing up to 5,000 lbs towing if properly equipped for max towing. Actually checking your specific vehicle is the only safe way to determine the maximum capacity. You should be able to select a nicely equipped...
view full answer... - Which Reese Steadi Flex for 2022 20FB AirStream CaravelFor a loaded tongue weight of 565 lb the Reese Steadi Flex kit part # RP66558 would be properly rated and would work great.
view full answer... - What is the Towing Capacity for a 2007 Chevy Suburban 1500 LTZ 4×4 5.3 LiterFirst, the trailer should have a sticker or plate on the front of the frame or tongue somewhere that lists its capacity. that is the capacity you will need to go by for the trailer. You are likely correct that it will a capacity over 10,000 pounds but you will still want to be sure. I checked the owners manual for the 2007 Chevy Suburban 5.3 liter. For a 1500 4x4 with 3.73 rear end the maximum capacity is 6,700 pounds. With 4.10 rear end it is 7,700 pounds. For an extended model with...
view full answer... - Can Weight Distribution with Sway Control Be Used on Wet or Icy RoadsFor the Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution # RP66558, that you referenced, you can use it in wet or icy conditions. Typically sway control and wet or icy conditions do not mix well. This is especially true when using independent friction sway control like the single friction bars. Tire traction is lower when the roads are wet or icy and sway control can sometimes only make the problem worse. However, for the Reese system, the overall benefit of the weight distribution to level your...
view full answer... - Troubleshooting Performance of Weight Distribution SystemA weight distribution kit that's rated for a maximum 10K trailer weight/ 1000K tongue weight could very well be okay for your trailer, unless it weighs quite a bit less than the Gross trailer weights you mentioned. If your w/d system is considerably underrated for the actual rate of your trailer, it would ride pretty rough. I'd recommend taking a little time to verify the actual as-towed weight of your trailer, then go on from there. You mention that the system you have wasn't set up...
view full answer... - Weight Distribution System Recommendation for a 2014 Nissan Pathfinder Towing Pop UpThe chain hangers of the part # RP66558 that you referenced can be installed from 25 inches to 32 inches from the center of the ball hole of the coupler. This is a pretty wide range so you SHOULD be able to mount this kit and have it not interfere with your jack. Based on the tongue weight that you listed for your trailer this system should work well for you.
view full answer... - Troubleshooting a Camper Trailer that Sways and Bounces above 60 MPHWhat's going to help the most for the sway and bouncing you are experiencing is to have the trailer sitting as level as possible while it is being towed and having as much of the weight of the cargo in your trailer moved to the front of the trailer as possible. Check out the FAQ article I attached on picking out a ball mount for the amount of rise/drop that is needed. The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup when it...
view full answer... - What Part of Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution RP66558 Should be LubricatedThank you for your purchase from etrailer of the Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution # RP66558. I took a look at the instructions and they say you just need to lightly lubricate the hitch ball before each use.
view full answer... - Would Reese Weight Distribution RP66558 Work w 2015 Dodge Durango Trailer 500 lbs TWFor the tongue weight you listed of 500 lbs the Pro Series system part # RP66558 would be rated properly. You should note that you need to determine tongue weight when the trailer is fully loaded plus consider the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle as tongue weight.
view full answer... - Hitch Pin Hole Center to Gusset Measurement on Shank in Steadi-Flex RP66558I see that you referenced quite a few weight distribution systems including the Reese Steadi-Flex kit # RP66558. For this kit's included shank the distance from the center of the hitch pin hole on the shank to the near edge of the two welded gussets is 4-3/4-inches according to my contact at Reese. Just to be absolutely sure I went to our warehouse and measured the shank myself. It is indeed 4-3/4-inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the edges of the gussets. This dimension...
view full answer...
- Choosing Weight Disribution System for Casita Travel Trailer Towed by 2008 Chevy ColoradoWhen you figure your tongue weight, you find the total of the actual tongue weight of the trailer fully loaded (as towed), and any weight carried behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. If your tools are stowed in front of the rear axle, their weight would not be considered as tongue weight. From the excellent information that you provided, I recommend the Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution System, item # RP66558. This is a great total system for weight distribution and sway control,...
view full answer... - Do Adjustments Need to be Made to Weight Distribution System if Truck Rides Too High in the FrontIf you are using a weight distribution system like the Reese Steadi-Flex, part # RP66558, and the front end of your truck is too high, it sounds like you may be using a system that isn't rated high enough for the tongue weight of your trailer. I recommend that you start by determining the tongue weight of your trailer (I am including an article on this) and compare this to the weight rating of the system. If the tongue weight exceeds the rating, I would try removing some of your cargo...
view full answer... - Recommended WDS for a Forest River Salem TT3,500 lbs seems way too light, but if that actually is the GVWR then you're going to want to use something like the Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control # RP66558. This WDS has a tongue weight range of 400 lbs to 600 lbs which is ideal since you'd want a system that has your trailer tongue weight somewhere in the middle of that range (10-15% of 3,500 | 350-525 lbs). Although to get the most accurate system you're going to need to fully load your trailer as if you...
view full answer... - Will the Decreased Trailer Tongue Weight Caused By Using Weight Distribution Cause ProblemsYou'd choose the system based on the total tongue weight, wherever it might be before using a system. The idea of using a weight distribution system is to transfer a portion of the trailer's tongue weight to the front axle of the tow vehicle, thus evening out the ride height between the front and rear vehicle axles. Having the tow vehicle squatting because of the tongue weight applied to the rear of the vehicle can be harmful in many ways. The rear-end squat takes your headlights out of...
view full answer... - Weight Distribution for Towing Spree Escape Travel Trailer w/ 2004 Jeep Grand CherokeeThe Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution System you mentioned, part # RP66558 is designed for trailers whose tongue weights range from 400-600 lbs. As long as the fully loaded and ready to tow tongue weight PLUS the weight of anything stowed behind the rear axle of your GC in the cargo area isn't more than 600 lbs, this system would be an excellent choice to provide weight distribution as well as trailer sway control. I'll link you to an article that will show you how to determine the...
view full answer... - Weight Distribution Suggestions for Trailer Whose Ride Height is 10 Inches Greater Than Trailer BallFirst, you'll want to identify exactly how much of a rise you'll need for the trailer to be towed level. I've linked you to a help article showing how to measure to determine that. Since the trailer coupler is taller than the receiver on your truck, you'll need a weight distribution shank with a rise. To allow for squat, you'll need a shank whose rise will place the trailer ball about 1-1/2 to 2 inches higher than the coupler height. Once you determine the correct shank height, you'll...
view full answer... - Recommended Weight Distribution System for 3,000 Pound Trailer with 400 Pound Tongue WeightThe weight distribution system I recommend for your trailer is the Reese Steadi-Flex, part # RP66558. This system is rated for trailer with gross towing weights up to 6,000 pounds that have tongue weights between 200-600 pounds. Your trailer's 400 pound tongue weight falls nicely in this range. The Reese system uses automotive-quality friction material on the bracket hangers to work with the trunnion-style spring bars to create a friction sway control that works to stop trailer sway as...
view full answer... - Distance from Pin Hole to Center of Ball Hole on Reese Light Duty Weight Distribution SystemI spoke with my contact at Reese and he informed me that the dimension you are looking for from the hitch pin hole to the center of the ball hole is 11-3/4 inches. He also mentioned that since the angle of the head changes depending on how it's set up this dimension can vary slightly.
view full answer...
- Weight Distribution for Skyline Nomad Trailer with Unloaded Weight of 2700The Reese Steadi Flex part # RP66558 would be a great option for your Skyline Nomad travel trailer as it has a tongue weight range of 400 to 600 lbs which would work great based on the unloaded weight capacity you mentioned.
view full answer... - Is Weight Distribution Needed When Towing Trailer With 2007 Mazda CX-9I did some research and found that your 2007 Mazda CX-9 is rated for 3,500 lbs towing capacity. We recommend weight distribution when the trailer weight is more than 50 percent of the weight of the vehicle doing the towing. Installing a weight distribution system with sway control will help keep the trailer level and prevent sway when in windy conditions or on winding roads or when big rigs pass you on the highway. To determine if you need a weight distribution system we will need to...
view full answer... - Weight Distribution Recommendation for 2015 Forest River Wildwood 195BH Xtra LiteThe best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup when it is loaded and ready to tow. This figure also includes the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. I attached a help article on determining tongue weight for you to check out as well. You will want the loaded tongue weight of your setup to fall right in the middle of the tongue weight range of the system you use. The # RP66558 has a tongue weight...
view full answer... - Should Tow Vehicle with Weight Distribution System and Travel Trailer be Unhitched When Not TowingI recommend unhitching your trailer from your tow vehicle when they are sitting for an extended period of time, like a week as you mentioned. It isn't that leaving the Reese Stead-Flex Weight Distribution System, part # RP66558, hitched will weaken the bars, as the spring bars have a very sturdy construction. However leaving your trailer and tow vehicle hitched together when you are not towing will place unnecessary stress on your vehicle's suspension system. To help preserve your vehicle's...
view full answer...
Do you have a question about this Weight Distribution Hitch?
Info for this part was:
Expert Research:
Mike L
Expert Research:
Michael H
Expert Research:
Jameson C
Expert Research:
Adam R
Expert Research:
Jeffrey L
Expert Research:
Victoria B
Updated by:
Lindsey S
Updated by:
Kathleen M
Updated by:
Wilson B
Updated by:
Alexander C
Updated by:
Amanda M
Updated by:
Mike S
Updated by:
Isabelle B
Video Edited:
Jacob T
Video Edited:
Dustin K
Written by:
Laura H
Installed by:
Hayden R
At etrailer.com we provide the best information available about the products we sell. We take the quality of our information seriously so that you can get the right part the first time. Let us know if anything is missing or if you have any questions.
Product Experts Available Now!
Call 1-800-940-8924
Preston
3/31/2024
Used this product for about 1800 miles. I couldnt be happier. The sway control is great. Ive been in CBBT, Hampton Rd Tunnel, tall brides,and just roads. It has performed great. My one complaint is I tried to buy pads from Etrialer for this hitch and could not. I think I actually got a spare set from reese.