Choosing the Correct Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System for a 7K Trailer

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Would it hurt anything if I used the 17501 trutrack hitch instead of the 17500 trutrack hitch for a 7000 lb camper. I am thinking of the heavier hitch in case I want to upgrade my camper at a future date. Thank you My truck is an 2001 Chevy 2500

asked by: Thomas G

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The best Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System for a 7,000 lb trailer is part # C17500 which is rated for 8,000 lb - 10,000 lb trailers. The trailer once loaded should be right in the middle of the system or just slightly below which will lead to the best performance. I don't recommend going with a higher rated system as it would be somewhat ineffective. That said, if you want to upgrade trailers down the road you would just need to get heavier spring bars, the Replacement Trunnion Spring Bar for Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System - 15,000 lbs part # C17537 (2).

expert reply by: Conner L

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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…

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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.

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According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Since wire color codes are NOT universal, we always recommend wiring by function, rather than wire color. If you look at the Trailer Wiring FAQ article I have linked you to, you can see some diagrams showing the proper way to wire a vehicle and…

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You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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Hey Gregory, that's really good information. You’ve got a few options, but I wouldn’t jump straight to replacing the leaf springs on a half-ton for that size trailer. Since you’re using a Curt weight distribution hitch, that should be doing most…

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Hi Jeff, The K-Source Snap & Zap Custom Towing Mirrors part #KS69NQ will work with your Lariat mirrors while allowing you to retain the use of the camera and side lights! These mirrors are specifically designed to match the contours of the side…

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Hey Brian. The Curt Trailer Connector Adapter item #C57672 is going to install in the same way on your 2023 F-150 as it did on the video we made for a 2021 F-150. Those trucks are the same generation but I can not guarantee the wiring colors are…

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