Can Weight Distribution System be Used on Trailer with Surge Brakes
Updated 05/01/2019 | Published 04/30/2019
Question:
Can a weight distribution hitch be used with surge brakes or will the hitch adversely affect the movement of the brake master cylinder?
asked by: Roger H
Helpful Expert Reply:
There are some weight distribution systems that can be used with surge brakes as they do allow the forward and back movement needed to operate the actuator. For example the Curt Trunnion System part # 17302 that you referenced is compatible with surge brakes. Not all systems will allow the forward and back movement like the Strait Line kits like part # RP66084 as the cams that the system has to ride on prevent the amount of movement that's needed.
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Curt Trunnion Style Weight Distribution System with Shank - 10,000 lbs GTW, 1,000 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD Only
- Trunnion Bar
- Fits 3 Inch Frame
- Fits 4 Inch Frame
- Fits 5 Inch Frame
- Includes Shank
- Top-Mount
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 800 lbs
- 900 lbs
- CURT
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