Proper Adjustment of a Blue Ox Weight Distribution System
Question:
I have a blue ox and its easy to use witch is nice I need to know how many chain links should I be using in the turn lock and were do I count them from bottom to top are top to bottom Also what is the purpose of how many I use I have a dodge 2500 HD king cab short bed towing a 32ft Travel trailer
asked by: Jim L
Expert Reply:
Ideally there should be 5 chain links on your Blue Ox weight distribution hitch between the spring bars' ends and the top of the rotating lift brackets. If there are fewer than 5 links you can try adjusting the hitch head back (toward the trailer and away from the tow vehicle) until you have 5 links between them. If this cannot be done you should consider re-installing the system from scratch; the installation instructions are linked for you. For the system to work as intended the angle of the head should be such that you have the 5 links visible. This ensures the system's geometry is correct so it can properly move the trailer tongue weight forward to the tow vehicle's front wheels.
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Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control - Clamp On - 10,000 lbs GTW, 1,000 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Severe Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 900 lbs
- Blue Ox
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