How To Unhook Chains When Using Reese Weight Distribution Chain Hangers # RP58305

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i read on your site about one guy saying he had problems getting the chains unhooked once he got them on. my concern would be the same also. do many people have this problem with getting the chains unhooked?

asked by: Robbie D

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Unhooking the chains on Reese Weight Distribution Chain Hangers, part # RP58305, has not been a problem for us. We have not had many problems with unhooking the chains, only questions on the proper procedure to removing the chains. The # RP58305 chain hangars do not work the same way as the lift up brackets.

The important things to remember when unhooking these chains is to keep more weight on the jack when jacking up the trailer and to make sure the truck and trailer are in a straight line on level ground.

You will basically want to follow the hooking up procedure for the weight distribution system you will be using only in reverse. The first step should still be jacking up the trailer. With more weight on the jack, it should be much easier to remove the chains.

I am including a link to the instructions on the # RP58305 chain hangars.

expert reply by: Jeff D

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