Can You Back Up with a Curt Weight Distribution System Installed
Updated 09/21/2015 | Published 09/19/2015
Question:
Does the Curt C17051 8000# weight distribution system allow backing up?
asked by: Gary P
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Helpful Expert Reply:
As long as you are backing up mainly in a straight line you can back up with a weight distribution system like the Curt part # C17051 that you referenced. If the angle of the truck and trailer would get more severe than what you would experience while traveling forward you would need to disconnect the spring bars first.
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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Curt MV Weight Distribution System - Round Bar - 8,000 lbs GTW, 800 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD Only
- Round Bar
- Fits 3 Inch Frame
- Fits 4 Inch Frame
- Fits 5 Inch Frame
- Fits 6 Inch Frame
- Includes Shank
- Top-Mount
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Requires Disconnection
- 700 lbs
- CURT
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