Recommended Friction Sway Control System For Dual Friction Setup

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the peice i am looking for is a reese hitch ball head for two friction control bars,, you guys have a item listed RP58112 i am looking for something like that i have the old round bar setup but need to set up 2 friction bars thanks

asked by: Kenny G

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For the dual friction you are looking for, I recommend adding the Reese Friction Sway Control Kit - Economy - by Draw-Tite, Reese and Hidden Hitch # 83660 to your hitch ball. This adjustable friction sway bar can be added using the Reese Sway-Control Bracket for 2" Ball Mounts - Class III and IV # RP26003 or the 1-1/4 inch ball mount bracket # RP26005. It is recommended to pull the cotter pin to disengage this bar when backing up.

You can also expand this system by adding another bar to your trailer, but you will need to weld a tab like # 3442 to your ball mount.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Kenny

4/7/2017

the peice i am looking for is a reese hitch ball head for two friction control bars,, you guys have a item listed RP58112 i am looking for something like that i have the old round bar setup but need to set up 2 friction bars thanks

Jason S.

4/7/2017

For what you are looking to do with the 2 friction bars, I recommend the Replacement Weight Distribution Bolt-Together Round Bar Head # PS58442 you referenced. The bars and mounts will give you that friction sway control you are seeking. You can use your old shank for weight distribution with either head assembly.

Scott

5/31/2020

how do curt, husky, reese and ultra fab friction sway controls compare

Chris R.

6/4/2020

Are you looking for just a standalone friction bar or a full weight distribution system with integrated sway control? If it's just a sway bar, we only have a couple options from the manufacturers you mentioned (the Curt # 17200 and the Reese # 83660). Between those two options I like the Curt # 17200 because it includes an adapter block if needed and is a bit more economically priced.

Answer 1

I went out to the warehouse to inspect the hardware included with Reese friction sway control #83660. The hex head self tapping screws will take a 5/8 inch socket.

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Answer 2

Yes, for friction sway control bars such as #83660, #17200, or any of the similar options the ball size used is the same (1-1/4") so you will be able to use replacement ball and plate #C17201.

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Answer 3

I was able to (miraculously) find an online version of the owner's manual for your 1999 Chevrolet Astro and found on page 4-32 that the max trailer weight you can tow is between 4,500 lbs and 5,500 lbs depending on your axle ratio and if you have…

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Answer 4

The length of the shank on the Replacement Ball for Curt Friction Sway Control System #C36BR is 1-3/4" (see attached).

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Answer 5

The sway control ball on the Replacement Weight Distribution Bolt-Together Round Bar Head #PS58442 can be used with two balls and you can use the balls on either side of the head assembly (see picture). This replacement head fits Pro Series weight…

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Answer 6

To add a second friction sway control, you will need the second Reese Friction Sway Control Kit #83660 and you'll need to weld a tab onto your trailer hitch ball platform like #C45822. The friction bar will simply be inverted on the left side,…

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I recommend the etrailer Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches - 7,500 lbs item #989900 for your 2020 BMW X3. This will give you a couple options for height on where your ball should be. This will fit the 2' receiver in your X3's factory tow…

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Answer 8

The Curt hitch ball #C40007 has a 1" diameter shank. Curt Hitch balls with a 1" shank will use a 1-1/2" wrench for the nut. You would also want to use a 2" wrench for the flats on the base of the ball. We offer the 6-point hex…

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Answer 9

The 1-7/8" Hitch Ball #C40002 will require a 1-1/2" Socket #ALL643210. You will need a wrench that will open to 1-5/8" to hold the ball in place while torqueing the nut.

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Answer 10

This is a really good question, but the Curt Echo #C51180 actually needs to be connected to the vehicle side battery to power and will not draw power from the trailer battery. It's designed this way because the vehicle battery is kept topped off…

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Answer 11

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…

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Answer 12

The 24 inches is correct but make sure you are measuring in the correct place. You will measure diagonally from the center of the ball cavity on the trailer coupler back 24 inches along the trailer frame. This is where the center of the ball on the…

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