Will the Curt Ball and Plate Assembly Work with the Reese Friction Sway Control Kit

Question

Question:

Why does just the replacement plate #RP58062 at $ cost more than a complete Reese Friction Sway Control Kit code 83660 at $ Why would anyone buy just the plate when you can get a whole kit cheaper. No way a steel plate and ball cost that much to make. Would the more reasonably priced Curt #17201 at $ work on a 21ft Jayco Jay Flight SLX8 at around 5,000 pounds?

asked by: Mark

0

Expert Reply:

The Replacement Ball and Plate Assembly part # C17201 should work just fine for your Jayco Jay Flight SLX 8 whether you have theReese Friction Sway Control Kit part # 83660 or the Curt Friction Sway Control for Weight Distribution Systems part # 17200. We also have the Replacement Ball and Plate Assembly for Husky Sway Control System part # HT34842 as well which should work with either of the above two sway control bars.

In regards to pricing, these figures can and will fluctuate based on several factors such as supply, demand, competitor pricing etc. but I won't have an exact reason for you on any given day. I recommend you choose the most cost effective item you are comfortable with using.

expert reply by: Conner L

0

Dave S.

3/16/2020

Can I have a Reese sway control on one side and a Husky on the other.

Chris R.

3/17/2020

The different brand sway bars likely differ a bit both in terms of length and tension, so I wouldn't recommend using both on the same trailer. This could cause noticeable issues in performance, so I highly recommend sticking with the same brand/model for each side of the trailer.

Answer 1

Yes, they are Dave! The Chain Hangers for Reese Weight Distribution Systems item #RP58305 are exactly what you need if you don't have room for the brackets with the Curt item #C17051. What do you haul in your cargo trailer?

view full answer...

Answer 2

You could use a friction sway control device like #83660 to help control the sway effects caused by passing trucks, but with a 24-foot enclosed trailer that has a lot of surface area for wind to push on, you will get much better results with a weight…

view full answer...

Answer 3

Yes, it will Clinton. The Curt Friction Sway Control for Weight Distribution Systems item #17200 uses a telescoping inner bar with friction pads to fight trailer sway. You can adjust the tension with the easily accessible handle. You will need a ball…

view full answer...

Answer 4

The Curt RockerBalls #C82KR are not to be used with sway control. The 2 systems will fight against each other as you are driving. They also will not fit the Curt Forged Ball Mounts #C45341. They require the 2-1/2" wide ball mount for the…

view full answer...

Answer 5

You sure can! You would just mount either the Curt Friction Sway Control #17200 or Reese Friction Sway Control #83660 to the frame of your Travel Trailer. You will then add the Reese Sway-Control Bracket #RP26003 to your ball mount if you have a…

view full answer...

Answer 6

All of the friction sway control units like the Curt #17200 that you referenced require drilling into the trailer frame. We do have electric sway control units like the Tuson part #335TSC-1000 which uses sensors to detect trailer sway and apply the…

view full answer...

Answer 7

Hey Rich! The Liberty is my favorite brake controller and one you will be really happy with. Your 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L does have a tow port for brake controller installation. Redarc doesn't make a specific wiring harness so you will need…

view full answer...

Answer 8

We definitely have some options available for your 2021 Audi Q8. With your trailer sitting right at 24 inches tall and the hitch sitting at 17 inches, I am going to suggest going with 7 inches of rise. The Curt Ball Mount for 2" Hitches #C45448…

view full answer...

Answer 9

You are correct about ball mount #EA80. The ball platform is indeed 1 inch thick. The 2 inch ball #63852 does not have a long enough shank to be used with this ball mount. You will need a 2 inch ball with a long shank such as #63849. It isn't…

view full answer...

Answer 10

The Reese Sway-Control Bracket #RP26003 is 1/2 an inch thick, so you will need to order a ball with a longer shank more than likely. A lot of our customers order balls with longer shanks along with this bracket. Since ball mount platforms can vary in…

view full answer...

Answer 11

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…

view full answer...

Answer 12

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

view full answer...

Will the Curt Ball and Plate Assembly Work with the Reese Friction Sway Control Kit

Products Featured in This Question

Continue Researching