Backing Trailer While Using Reese RE94FR Round Bar Weight Distribution System

Updated 09/26/2020 | Published 09/24/2020

Question:

If you cant back up trailer when parking, in sharp turns, how can you turn sharp corners while pulling ? Dont understand as bars will be in stress both ways.

asked by: Larry W

Expert Reply:

It's not a matter of placing stress on the bars.

When backing the trailer, especially at a sharp angle it's pretty easy to jackknife the trailer, and when it happens it happens very quickly. If you're backing the trailer at a fairly straight angle, you'll be fine. However if you're in a situation where you're cutting a sharp angle to maneuver into a tight spot it's best to disconnect the bars so the system isn't damaged if the trailer jackknifes.

I've linked to a product description video for the Reese # RE94FR Round Bar Weight Distribution Systsem.

expert reply by: Mike L