Can I Use # 66010 Trunnion Bars in My # RP66131 Weight Distribution System to Increase Weight Cap.

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Is it possible to upgrade the Reese RP66131 weight distributing hitch from 1500 to 1700 lbs tongue weight using the 66010 trunnion bars?

asked by: Wayne S

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I spoke with my contact at Reese and he informed me that yes, you can swap the Reese Replacement Trunnion Spring Bar, 1,700 lbs, part # 66010 into your Reese Weight Distribution w/out Shank - Trunnion Bar - 15,000 lbs GTW, 1,500 lbs TW, part # RP66131, to increase the capacity of your weight distribution system to 1,700 lbs.

The head of your weight distribution system is capable of the 1,700 lbs, however you will need to make sure the the shank you are using is capable of 1,700 lbs tongue weight. If you need a stronger shank I would recommend the Convert-A-Ball Cushioned Weight Distribution Shank for 2 inch Hitches - 10,000 lbs, part # AMAC1. This shank can handle tongue weights of up to 2,000 lbs.

You should also consult your vehicle manufacturer for weight capacity specifications for weight distribution to be sure you are not over capacity.

When determining the overall weight capacity of your towing setup you should always go with the lowest weight capacity of all the components in your setup to determine what your actual weight capacity is.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Looking at the weights you have provided the dry tongue weight of 870 pounds is 11 percent of the empty gross trailer weight of 7,809 pounds. So if loaded to 9,670 pounds then 11 percent of that would be 1,064 pounds which is still well within the…

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Answer 2

Your Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control #RP66084 is not enough hitch for your Grand Design Reflection 315RLTS. According to the information I found the dry tongue weight on your travel trailer is 1,100lbs. By the time you add…

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Answer 3

There are some of the older gold arms available as replacement parts. I recommend the Replacement Cam Arm Assembly for Reese Dual Cam Classic - Gold #RP58460 for your current system if you need the replacement bracket the arm fits into. The…

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Answer 4

We do sell replacement trunnion bars for Reese weight distribution systems that have the curved ends which are designed for use with the dual cam systems. The Reese Replacement Trunnion Spring Bar, 1200 lbs, item #RP66009, is most likely what you…

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Answer 5

Yes, you can upgrade the Reese Strait-Line 12K Weight Distribution System part #RP66084 to the Reese Strait-Line 17K Weight Distribution System part #RP66075 by replacing the spring bars with the Reese Replacement Trunnion Spring Bar, 1,700 lbs part…

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Answer 6

For a Reese shank that has a 1,600 lb tongue weight capacity that should work great you would want the part #RP54998. Since your tongue weight is around 1,500 lbs you would want to go with the 1,700 lb trunnion bars part #66010. These have the curved…

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Answer 7

The Reese #RP58369 1500 lb spring bar is a compatible replacement if you were planning on towing a trailer with a lower tongue weight. The 58369 is the same length as the #66010, so the frame brackets wouldn't need to be relocated and the Dual…

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Answer 8

I checked with my technical contact at Reese and he said that as long as your trunnion bars are the Reese branded bars, like part #66010, they can be used with the Replacement Head and Shank for Reese Weight Distribution Systems, #RP54980. He also…

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Answer 9

The gold dual-cam sway control was the first generation. The newest generation is silver, #RP26002. I cannot find any information on a newer design or that part number. Reese was recently here for training and they did not mention any changes, either…

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Answer 10

I spoke with my contact at Reese and he stated that if your 800 pound system is newer, within the last 3-1/2 to 4 years, then the higher capacity 1,700 pound bars, like #66010, will fit. However, what you need to also look at is the shank. The shank…

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Answer 11

Based on your photo, it appears you have the dual cam system of the Reese Strait-Line. I researched your trailer to find a GVWR of 5895. Based on this, we can make some calculated assumptions on the tongue weight. The tongue weight of a trailer is…

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Answer 12

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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Can I Use # 66010 Trunnion Bars in My # RP66131 Weight Distribution System to Increase Weight Cap.

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