Can 750 Pound Spring Bars Be Used on 550 Pound Blue Ox Weight Distribution System

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Can I use 750 lb bars in a hitch that has 550 lb bars now?

asked by: Dave

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Expert Reply:

Yes, you can replace the spring bars on your Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution System # BXW0550 with higher-rated 750 pound bars # BXW4006. This will upgrade the 550 pound tongue weight capacity on your existing system to the 750 pound limit of the new spring bars.

All the SwayPro weight distribution systems use the same head unit, so the spring bars can be swapped without issue.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Answer 1

Based on the information you sent, you are landing at the top capacity of one set of replacement spring bars, Item #BXW4006, and the lowest capacity of another set of replacement spring bars, Item #BXW4007. With your guess of 730-lbs to 800-lbs…

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Answer 2

Hi Joseph; the sway control won't be impacted using overrated bars like the #BXW4007. You're really not over by too much since they have a tongue weight range. In this case it is 750-1,000 lbs. What you may experience is a rigid or even…

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Answer 3

Hey Edward, It does make sense and a single Blue Ox weight distribution hitch isn't going to cut it, as it won't be effective with all those weights. For trailers between 3,500 lbs to 6,500 lbs you're looking at total tongue weights…

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Answer 4

I recommend using the Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution #BXW1000 on your 2003 Dodge Dakota. This kit will also give you sway control that will make the drive safer in wind and when driving on the highway. A 2-5/16" Hitch Ball #19286 is…

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Answer 5

If you are sitting at 500 pounds of tongue weight then the Replacement Spring Bars for Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution System - 750 lbs TW #BXW4006 will work for you. This provided up to 750 pounds of tongue weight which would give you a buffer…

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Answer 6

Based on the information you have given me it sounds like you have the Replacement Spring Bars for Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution System - 1,000 lbs TW #BXW4007 on your current system which are rated for 750-1,000 lbs of tongue weight. This…

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Answer 7

If you use a weight distribution system with spring bars that rated higher than what the trailer calls for you will have a rough ride quality that will be very unpleasant. If the tongue weight is going to be under 750 lbs you'd want the part…

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When it comes to replacing your spring bars you need to first know what the tongue weight rating is for your current system. The bars will have dimples on them which will tell you what your tongue rating is. Any of the following bars will work for…

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Answer 9

Hey Alan, thanks for reaching out! If you have the SwayPro system then you're using the 1,000 lbs TW Spring Bars #BXW4007 with a range of 750 lbs - 1,000 lbs, and if you have the 2-Point Sway system then you're using the 1,200 lbs TW Spring…

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Answer 10

I can help you find a Weight Distribution (WD) system that works for you, but since it looks like you will have a pretty big range of weight capacities it is impossible to use the same WD system without changing out at least the arms. You will want…

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Answer 11

When you are looking at a Weight Distribution System, you are going to want to base the weight rating off of the Tongue Weight (TW) of your loaded and ready-to-go trailer, plus any cargo that will be behind the rear axle of your tow vehicle. Since…

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Answer 12

There's a surprisingly easy way you can determine exactly what spring bars you have and therefore exactly what their tongue weight rating is. The bars are going to have dimples on them (see accompanying photo) which is going to tell you the bars…

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