Does Weigh Safe True Tow Restrict Turning

Updated 09/28/2025 | Published 09/21/2025

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Weigh Safe True Tow Weight Distribution Hitch - 2" Shank - 8" Drop - 22K GTW, 2.2K TW

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Question:

Im considering the purchase of a Weight Distribution hitch, Weigh Safe True Tow Weight Distribution Hitch - 2 Shank - 8 - 22K GTW, 2.2K TW, and wondering how much this hitch will limit my ability to pull in our out of driveways at gas stations, restaurants, or even my own driveway. Can you tell me what angle of plane changes are acceptable with this Hitch? I dont plan to off-road or anything like that. I have a 2018 Ford F-150 with Max Tow package and will be pulling a Homesteader 816IH TL with a 9900 GVWR. According to ford if my Toung Weigh is more than 500 lbs, I need the WDH but I dont want to have to be taking the bars off and on all the time.

asked by: Scott M

Expert Reply:

Hi Scott; weight distribution like the Weigh Safe True Tow # WS84RR will impact your ability to turn. The Weigh Safe specifically requires disconnecting the spring arms for any turn sharper than 60º.

It doesn't sound like a lot but if you look at the diagram below you can see most turns probably won't be an issue. I wouldn't let it deter you from getting a great system like the True Tow. Also, this is the highest rated version of the system. Based on your GVWR the # WS24RR would be more appropriate for your setup.

Any big trips coming up with your Homesteader this fall?

expert reply by: Robin H

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Scott M.

9/24/2025

Robin thanks for the information on turning, I was not even thinking about that but will remember the limitation. My question was more about vertical plane changes. For example the driveway at my house starts flat then has a slight incline ( maybe 5%) for 20-30 feet then it levels off before going onto the street. My question is how much of an incline would require removing the spring bars? Is a 5%, 10%, or 15% plane change too much? Where is the limit for needing to remove the bars? Another example would be “V-shaped” driveway. How deep and how wide would a “V-shaped” driveway have to be to drive a WDH through?

Robin H.

9/24/2025

@ScottM sorry about that I understand now. The instructions state the following: To avoid excessive strain on the hitch assembly, disengage spring arms prior to towing or backing up the trailer across a significant transition in grade (e.g. backing from a flat street to a steep uphill driveway). I went ahead and reached out to Weigh Safe to see if they have a more specific answer since that is pretty vague. I'll let you know when I hear back from them.

Scott M.

9/24/2025

@RobinH Thanks looking forward to to your follow-up response

Robin H.

9/25/2025

@ScottM I wish they had better information, here is what I got. "Great question! Anything that puts the truck and trailer out of alignment is going to place some level of stress on the unit. Situations such as inclined driveways, raised camping spots, boat ramps, large dips or bumps in the road, or off-roading over uneven terrain typically require disengaging the spring bars, as these transitions can create too much stress on the hitch. On the other hand, going over something minor like a small curb on a relatively flat surface would be acceptable with the spring bars engaged." Unfortunately, that was a pretty vague response. If I had to guess they may know the specifics but tread carefully for liability.