If Tongue Weight is at the Spring Bar Max Capacity Does a Weight Distribution System Still Work

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Would replacing my #1200 trunion bars with #1500 trunion bars provide better sway control? My weight distribution is acceptable.The hitch is a Reese Dual Cam Straight Line. I dont have an accurate tobgue weight, but I suspect it to be right #1150 or so depending on how I load it. Thanks.

asked by: Jeff R

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If your tongue rating is right at 1,200 lbs you estimate then I would recommend going to a 1,500 lb spring bar like the Replacement Trunnion Spring Bar # RP58369 since you are probably over your 1,200 lb rating in actuality.

A weight distribution system over its capacity will not be effective at all. If you are right at your capacity it's probably a good time to upgrade. I would recommend you determine your tongue weight. Check out the FAQ article I attached that details how to do this.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Some weight distribution systems have a tongue weight capacity range and if the tongue weight is in that range it will still be effective. If the system is only rated for 1,000 pounds and there is no range and you have 500 pounds on it you will…

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Answer 2

You certainly can upgrade your Blue Ox Sway Pro weight distribution system part #BXW0550 by replacing the spring bars with part #BXW4007. All of the Sway Pro systems use the same weight distribution head so they will fit. The 1,000 lbs TW replacement…

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The correct way to select the right Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution is based on the tongue weight of the loaded trailer plus any gear behind the rear axle in the tow vehicle. The two dot bars part #BXW4006 are rated for up to 750 lbs, the three…

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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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I have a complete replacement option for you, but there are no replacement round spring bars for your Curt round bar weight distribution hitch that are rated for the 500lb tongue weight of your trailer. Since your current spring bars are rated for up…

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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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Answer 10

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 5.30-12 tires, being wider, are going to make more contact with the road. This means that the noise, and heat build up will be higher than a 4.80-12 tire but the rolling resistance will actually be less because the tire is larger diameter. The…

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The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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If Tongue Weight is at the Spring Bar Max Capacity Does a Weight Distribution System Still Work

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