1,200 lb Trunnion Spring Bar Recommendation for Reese Weight Distribution

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Which part number do i use to order? for Reese 54970 trunnion round bar replacement springs 2 To go with my 2005 Reese 54970 trailer hitch [12,000 // 1200] head.

asked by: Nelson.Groome

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For Reese 1,200 lb Trunnion spring bars the part # RP66009 is what you are going to need. This will work well with the shank part # RP54970 that you said you have which I believe with the head is # RP54980.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Yes, you can get the individual parts of Reese weight distribution system #RP66542 needed to use the system on a second trailer. First, you will need the frame brackets that mount on the trailer frame. For both brackets I recommend #RP6637. You can…

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Answer 2

I can tell by the picture you submitted that you have current Reese trunnion style spring bars by the square shape and the curved end I see on the bar. Since you have a tongue weight of 1,200 lbs then the bars you'd need are going to be the 1,000…

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Answer 3

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…

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Answer 4

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 5

The exterior length of your Sonic Venture SN231VRK is 26-1/2 feet which is just over the length where a second friction sway control system is recommended of 26 feet. So your best option would be to install a second #83660. Typically, to add a second…

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Answer 6

If the loaded tongue weight (TW) of your trailer is around 2,300 lbs then any weight distribution (WD) system that is rated for a max of 1,200 lbs TW will not be strong enough to help out at all. Check your TW to ensure that it is 10-15% of the…

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Answer 7

Hello again, Phil. Out of those two options I definitely recommend the Reese Dual Cam II #RP65FR with the no-drill frame brackets. In my experience, any WD system that uses no-drill L-brackets that bolt to the frame is going to be much easier to set…

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Answer 8

That is a great question. Both of those are great weight distribution hitches. Between the two, I prefer the Reese Dual Cam II over the Strait Line. The Dual Cam uses an L-bracket to attach to the frame, instead of a chain and lift bracket.…

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Answer 9

Yes, the cam of the Reese Dual Cam III part #RP65FR has been upgraded from models that were made 20 years ago. The brackets have also been upgraded and made to be a lot easier to install as well.

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Answer 10

Hey Scott, yes you can use the replacement spring bar part #RP66009 to upgrade your Dual Cam II weight distribution system to a 600-1,200 lb tongue weight setup.

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Answer 11

The Reese Dual Cam II Weight Distribution System #RP75FR is likely going to be the correct kit for your 8,900lb camper. This system is rated up to 1,200lbs of tongue weight while the next lower system is the 800LB #RP65FR which your camper is most…

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Answer 12

I would be happy to help! The bars on your 800 lbs Strait-Line Weight Distribution System item #RP66083 are way under capacity for your trailer. That system works with tongue weight ranges from 400 - 800 lbs. You're out of that range without…

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