How to Use a Weight Distribution System with V-Nose Trailer

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I need to purchase weight distribution hitch however the bracket that will go on tongue and slide back towards trailer won’t fit because tongue of trailer is to short. Top of bracket hits the V nose portion of trailer prevents it from going farther back. Was told your company has a solution for this, bracket minus the top that would bolt into tongue frame? This would allow bracket to move farther back. Can you help?

asked by: Robert K

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Hey Robert, for V-nose trailers like you have typically the solution to allow them to use a weight distribution system is a set of bolt on brackets like the Reese part # RP58305. This allows you to attach the hangers under the v-nose portion of the trailer without requiring clearance above the trailer frame.

These brackets were designed to be used with a Reese WD system like the part # RP66542 which uses chain hangers.

What is the loaded tongue weight of your trailer? This system has a tongue weight range of 600-1,200 lb.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Jameson C.

9/2/2025

Hey Robert, did you find that the bolt-on brackets worked for your V-nose trailer? I'm curious to know if this solution helped with your weight distribution needs, as it might assist others facing a similar challenge.

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