What Would Happen if Curt Friction Sway Control Installed at Shorter Distance
Updated 10/30/2025 | Published 02/16/2025
Question:
If I mount the Kurt friction/sway bar at 22 instead of the recommended 24 will there be any problem other than a reduced turn or back up angle? Also there was no information on the adjustment of the bottom less or more nut? Thanks for your reply.
asked by: Patrick P
Expert Reply:
Hey Patrick, that is correct. If you were to install the Curt friction sway control bar part # 17200 at a shorter distance it would affect the ability to make tight turns. It's hard to say to what degree it would be affected though.
If the adjustment is too tight it will feel really stiff behind you and will make a popping sound most likely. If too loose it will not feel effective at all.
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Curt Friction Sway Control for Weight Distribution Systems
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Sway Control Only
- CURT
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Jameson C.
10/30/2025
Hey Patrick, how did things go after adjusting the Curt friction sway control bar to the 22-inch position? It’d be great to hear if the turning and sway control felt balanced with that setup. Your update could make it easier for the next person fine-tuning their sway control.