Where to Install the Mounting Brackets of the Curt TruTrack # C17499 Compared to the Hitch Ball

Question

Question:

how far back from the ball do you need to mount the clamp on brackets on the trailer frame

asked by: Jeffery B

0

Expert Reply:

I spoke with my contact at Curt who said that the ideal location for the brackets is 28" on your frame from the hitch ball for the Curt TruTrack # C17499. He did say that they designed this Weight Distribution (WD) system so that you have a little more freedom in where you mount the brackets due to propane tanks or other accessories so there is a little wiggle room in the exact location.

expert reply by: Jon G

0

Answer 1

Thank you for the photos of your Curt weight distribution system! I'm not sure what that number on the sticker means, but from the pics you sent in that looks to be a TruTrack system like what we see with part #C17499. Unfortunately Curt…

view full answer...

Answer 2

When it comes to choosing between the Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control #C17499 and the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System w/ 4-Point Sway Control #EQ37100ET you'll want to take a couple of things into consideration: 1.…

view full answer...

Answer 3

I spoke with my contact at Curt regarding the Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System #C17499 that you are installing on your trailer. He said that you can install the support brackets 6 to 6-1/2 inches from the end of the spring bar without issue.…

view full answer...

Answer 4

The Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System #C17499 is going to be approximately 12" from the hitch pin center hole to the center of the ball shank hole. The exact measurement will vary between vehicles as the head of the hitch is adjustable…

view full answer...

Answer 5

I would be happy to go over how to determine which hole of the RoadActive Suspension Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit #RAS3612 will be correct for your 2008 Ford F-150 2WD. You are correct that this kit has 5 holes on the end of the #RAS3612 that goes…

view full answer...

Answer 6

In order to get more tension using the RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit part #RAS3611 you'll need to expand the spring using the method outline in the instruction link below. The different holes on the axle brackets…

view full answer...

Answer 7

When the instruction manual for the Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System part #C17499 states to set the bracket height closest to the spring bar position set with the jack earlier, they are referring to the when you raised the front of the…

view full answer...

Answer 8

To choose the best weight distribution system what you need to know is your total tongue weight (TTW), which is the tongue weight of your fully loaded and ready to go R-Pod plus the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of your tow vehicle. The…

view full answer...

Answer 9

Any type of hitch adapter or extender will have the unavoidable side-effect of causing a loss of about half of your hitch's rated capacity, both its tongue weight (TW) and it's gross towing weight (GTW). Hidden Hitch extender #HE18 and Curt…

view full answer...

Answer 10

This is a great question that there isn't exactly a great answer for. Hitch extenders not only put the weight further away from the hitch which would increase the leverage on the hitch, but they also add movement to the assembly which will…

view full answer...

Answer 11

Going from an 8 inch long ball mount shank to a 12 inch long one like the part #D-26 won't make any noticeable changes in handling. It might be somewhat easier to back the trailer up as you basically have increased the length between the trailer…

view full answer...

Answer 12

The Curt #C17499 TruTrack weight distribution system you'd looked at is designed for trailers with a fully loaded and ready to tow tongue weight ranging from 500-800 lbs, which is right around where your Micro Minnie would be. In addition to the…

view full answer...

Where to Install the Mounting Brackets of the Curt TruTrack # C17499 Compared to the Hitch Ball

Product Page this Question was Asked From

Featured Help Information

Instructions

Miscellaneous Media

Continue Researching