Can the Spring Bars for the Curt 17501 Be Used With the 17500 System
Updated 10/22/2025 | Published 04/06/2025
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I have Curt model17500 hitch that I’m currently using and I am purchasing a new travel trailer that has a TW of 1250lbs and a UW of 10,044 and a GVWR of 11,300 . My question is can I just update the bars to the heavier style like on the Curt 17501 and will everything else transfer over .
asked by: James F
Expert Reply:
Hey James, you can do that almost. The heads on the two systems are different as well, so you'd have to swap the head on your # C17500 with the Replacement Head for Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control # C17509.
From here, you can swap the bars out with the upgraded Replacement Trunnion Spring Bar for Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System # C17537.
If I can help you with anything else, please feel free to drop a comment and let me know!
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Replacement Trunnion Spring Bar for Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System - 1,500 lbs TW
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- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Spring Bars
- 1500 lbs TW
- Trunnion Bar
- TruTrack
- CURT
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Jon G.
10/22/2025
Hey James, how did the swap go with the new head and heavier spring bars for your Curt TruTrack setup? Your results could really help others upgrading to a heavier travel trailer.