Is the 800 Lb Reese Pro Round Bar Weight Distribution System Enough for 750 Lbs Tongue Weight

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is a reese 8000lb.pro round sway bar ok for a 5000 trailer with a 750 lb tongue weight...

asked by: Roy C

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The Reese Pro Round Bar Weight Distribution System part # RE94FR is rated for up to 800 lbs of tongue weight. If the tongue weight of the trailer is 750 lbs than this system would technically work but it does not leave much room for error or upgrading so I instead recommend the Reese Pro Round Bar Weight Distribution System part # RE44FR which is rated for up to 1,150 lbs of tongue weight. The Reese Pro Round Bar Weight Distribution System is complete meaning it comes with everything you need and it has built-in sway control. It also features a bolt-on install.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

Hey Mike, so a friction sway control unit like the part #83660 can help stop some of the sway that starts from wind or passing semis but if you are experiencing persistent sway once you hit a certain speed that will only be fixed by increasing the…

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The main reason for the price difference is the different construction used for the weight distribution hitches. The Reese Weight Distribution System #RP66540 uses mostly cast parts that are more expensive to manufacture. While the Reese Pro Round…

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While Reese does not offer replacement spring bar retainers for their Weight Distribution Hitch 49912 #RE94FR, I do know some have used the Curt Spring Bar Retainer #17109 to replace them. These have a very similar design to hold the retainer pin in…

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To determine if you need rise, you will measure from the inside top of the receiver on your vehicle and then from the ground to the bottom of the coupler on the trailer. This should be done on as level a surface as possible. The difference will tell…

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The Reese Weight Distribution System w Shank - Round Bar part #RE34FR does not utilize friction sway control. It is simply a weight distribution system that will redistribute the weight of your setup with the spring bars which will help to reduce…

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When it comes to maintenance on The Reese Pro Round Bar Weight Distribution w Sway Control - Round Bar - 8,000 pounds GTW, 800 pounds TW #RE94FR you will first need to keep sockets in head assembly free of dirt and well lubricated in rotating or…

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The frame brackets of the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution #FA94-00-0800 that you referenced should not be able to be moved by hand on your trailer. They should be tight enough that they do not move under any circumstances. I spoke with my tech contact…

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For a round bar weight distribution system that would work really well with the tongue weight rating of the 2017 Rockwood Mini you mentioned the Reese part #RE34FR that you referenced and is a really solid choice. If that weight is the unloaded…

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You always want to base your weight distribution system (WDS) off of the GVWR as that's what the trailer will be when fully loaded, and really when you need the WDS the most. When I looked up your 2022 Jayco Feather Micro 171BH Jayco has it…

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Answer 10

The Reese weight distribution system part #RE94FR is the best value for your Rockwood Geo 19FD and would be what I would go with if I were you. It's just as effective as the Fastway e2 part #FA94-00-0600 but at a much better price.

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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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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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