Replacement Ball for Reese Friction Sway-Control System
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Replacement Ball for Reese Friction Sway-Control System
Item # RP58060
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Reese Accessories and Parts - RP58060
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Sway Control Parts
- Ball
- Reese
Replacement ball works with Reese friction-style sway-control system by attaching to the weight-distribution head or sway-control bracket on ball mount.
Features:
- Designed for use with Reese friction sway control for weight-distribution systems (RP26660)
- Attaches to sway-control tab on ball mount or head assembly
- Provides attachment point for sway control
- Includes ball, washer and nut
Specs:
- Ball diameter: 1-1/4"
- Shank diameter: 5/8"
58060 Reese Replacement Sway Control Ball
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Video Transcript for Replacement Ball for Reese Friction Sway-Control System Review
Today, we're going to be taking a look at Reese's replacement ball for the friction sway control system.Now, if you're like me and you recently purchased a trailer and it had a friction sway control already on it, you may only need the bracket for your ball mount and the ball to get it all hooked up. With this replacement ball, all we have to purchase then is the ball in the bracket, and we're good to go.You can purchase the mounting plate here at etrailer.com. There's two different sizes available, one for two inch hitches and also one for one and a quarter inch hitches. Or if you did purchase a new friction sway control, it does come with the ball, but you only get one. So if you have multiple vehicles and ball mounts that you use to haul your trailer, you may want to consider purchasing another.For example, if you've got maybe an SUV that you pull your trailer with, or sometimes you use your truck and your truck sits higher, you may need a ball mount that has a drop on it. For my truck here, in order to tow my trailer level, I needed a ball mount with a four inch drop.
So I can purchase these components here to get a ball mount specifically set up for this vehicle to pull this trailer.Sway can be caused by a lot of different things. One of the most common things that causes sway is an improperly loaded trailer. So before you look at getting a sway control, I highly recommend that you check your tongue weight on your trailer and then ensure that you're putting about 10 to 15% of whatever the total weight is of your trailer on the tongue.So for example here, my trailer is just under 3000 pounds. So ideally I would have around 300 pounds of tongue weight up here, because that puts me between 10 and 15%. If you need to check your tongue weight, we have plenty of scales available here at etrailer.com.
I'd highly recommend our own brand of tongue weight scale. Personally tested it and it's a very accurate scale. So you can verify your tongue weight first.Now let's say you did verify your tongue weight and everything is good. You're within that 10 to 15%, but you're still experiencing sway. Some of the other things that can cause that are heavy cross winds, especially if you've got a taller trailer that collects more of that wind.
Or potholes. If you're on a road surface that's got a lot of potholes, that can cause the trailer to dip and it wants to move this way. And then all of a sudden it's swaying back and forth. And one of the things you want to remember is that if you do start to experience sway, you don't want to speed up. You want to slow down, speeding up is just going to make it worse.And the last thing that can cause sway is an unexpected evasive maneuver.
You go one way, you come back the other way. And if you overcorrect any, your trailer's whipping because the momentum of the truck is going from left to right. Once you get back straight again on the truck, the trailer may not want to go straight. It's going to continue to sway. Friction sway control is going to help minimize that so that way the trailer's not going to just get out of control. It's going to gradually bring itself back due to that friction that's being applied there, helping keep the trailer going in the same line as your vehicle.The ball is a durable chrome steel. So it's going to be resistant against corrosion. The ball is also the correct diameter to work with our friction sway control. So it simply slides on and pins into place. And this will allow our friction sway control to operate and pivot as it needs to, to go in and out and provide us with that anti-sway.To help minimize the wear on the socket and ball, you can grease your ball here and that'll also help protect the chrome finish. Now, if you're like me and you just purchased a trailer that already has a friction sway control on the trailer, but you don't have the ball mount side, you need to purchase a bracket and install on your ball mount, and then you can take your replacement ball and install it onto that mount. Take the ball, remove the lock washer and nut, slide the ball in from top down, we've got our ball on upside down so it looks like the opposite there. Place the lock washer on it and then the nut. We can then move our ball over to the vice like this to get us the most surface area holding our ball. And then we're going to tighten the ball into the vice to keep it from spinning.We'll then torque the ball to the specifications found in your sway control instructions. If you no longer have the instructions for your sway control, because you just purchased a trailer, kind of like I did, you can find the instruction links on the sway control website for the manufacturer, as well as on the product pages here on our website.With everything torqued down, we've got our ball mount assembled and everything is ready to go. So we're ready to put our ball mount into our trailer, hook up our trailer to the back of our truck and then get our sway control connected.With our ball installed, hooking up our sway control is nice and easy. We'll attach one end to the one on our trailer. And then on the other end, we'll hook it to the new ball. We can then tighten down our sway control and we're now ready to hit the trail.And that completes our look at Reese's replacement ball for the friction sway control system.
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Customer Reviews
Replacement Ball for Reese Friction Sway-Control System - RP58060
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (52 Customer Reviews)
Replacement ball works with Reese friction-style sway-control system by attaching to the weight-distribution head or sway-control bracket on ball mount.by: Arica05/26/2023
Solid and stable, fits the ball mount perfectly. Customer service was very helpful pre-sale and this is exactly what I needed.
by: Wayne H-S09/13/2013
product arrived in good time, the tracking was spot on.
the plate did arrive with a couple of small chips in it but it fit the hitch perfectly and looks like it will work very well.
by: Julie 09/18/2022
Beautiful, no little machinining or plating issues!! Arrived quickly....eTrailer is MY DESTINATION for quality parts!!
Using this to replace an old ball on a antiswing setup for an RV Trailer
by: bill h07/27/2021
installing parts together very easy.
by: Rocky H.07/12/2017
I added the Reese friction sway control system to my single axle 7 X 14 foot motorcycle trailer. I then pulled it over 3,000 miles with my Honda Goldwing on the trailer. The trailer never swayed once, even with some rapid lane changes. This system works on my R.V. an it works on my motorcycle trailer. Glad I had it. The service from etrailer was as good as it gets.
by: James05/02/2018
everything i ordered for my trailer was exactly what i needed. the shipment arrived much sooner that i thought it would. etrailer is a step above all the rest
by: Robert K09/19/2014
I have had nothing but good experiences with etrailer. Quick shipments, great products, competitive prices. Their package tracking system is simple and better than any out there.
by: jimmy S03/23/2011
the replacement ball was the rite ball, it came in at the rite time with the brake controler. i tried to find it at other places even local hitch shops but just roundeeround with no action thanks e-trailer, jimmy S
by: Brooks210/03/2016
Trailer hitch just what the doctor ordered. Great shipping
by: Sharon07/23/2015
Ordered to use with drop hitch. Much easier than lifting large hitch with load levelers which I don't use.
by: Phillip06/27/2019
Ball is for the sway bar hitch. Mounted easily. Haven’t used it well, but seems like it’s going to work as expected.
by: Ken 07/23/2022
I have placed several orders with the folks here at etrailer.com. I've always had great service with very good product choice at competitive prices. I will continue to use them.
by: Jon09/06/2020
Just what I needed in order to use the sway control. Somehow the original was among the missing, a quick online search found what I needed. Fast shipping too.
by: Gregory 06/19/2021
Had a slight slip with order, but after a 30 minute hold to find out what was going on with my order it got corrected. Received the correct item when I needed it, just had to put in some extra time on my end. I'll use them again. I've ordered about 6 times from etrailer and this is the first mishap and it was a small one.
by: Harold04/19/2018
Easy installation and works as described.
by: Robert 08/02/2021
Pretty fast business. Would certainly use again.
by: Dan M12/19/2013
nice trail jack really like the drop down now I don't have to carry a 6x6 with me in my lifted truck
by: Marc 08/05/2020
Your website is great and the fast shipping & delivery was exactly what I needed as I have to tow the trailer tomorrow.
by: William12/04/2017
etrailer, this is just what I wanted. w mh
by: Gaylen05/12/2022
Very nice chromed mini ball. Great price, fast shipping!
by: Roger06/03/2015
Fits my Camco anti-sway. Fast service, too.
by: Bill07/24/2020
Exactly what was needed. Thanks etrail er!
by: Jerry Miller06/30/2016
Still using it, just an added on for the extra hitch.
by: Leslie03/03/2022
Easy to install, works great. Just what I needed.
by: Tyler04/30/2014
The product is pretty straight forward, but the service was exceptional.
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- Sway Control Ball for Ball MountWe do offer the sway control ball that mounts to a weight distribution head or a ball mount that has a sway control tab. The replacement ball is part # RP58060. I've linked to a product video featuring the # RP58060 sway control ball. .
view full answer... - Recommended Replacement Ball For Reese Friction Sway ControlThe ball you are looking for is part # RP58060. This is designed to be used with the Reese friction sway control. The ball measures 1-1/4 inch diameter and has a 5/8 inch shank.
view full answer... - Availability of Replacement Ball for Reese Friction Sway Control 83660The small ball of the Reese Friction Sway Control part # 83660 is included with the kit, but if you were in need of a replacement ball you would want the part # RP58060.
view full answer... - Availability of Hitch Ball with 1-1/4 inch DiameterWe do have just the replacement hitch balls for the sway control units like with the part # RP58060. This ball has a diameter of 1-1/4 inch.
view full answer... - Type of Sway Control Included with Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System EQ37100ETThe Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System # EQ37100ET that you referenced does include 4-point sway control to keep your trailer steady behind your tow vehicle but this system uses integrated sway control that is built into the head and lift brackets. It does not require a separate friction anti-sway bar like # 17200 or # 83660. These friction bars do use a small 1-1/4-inch hitch ball like # RP58060 for installation. The sway control built into the Equal-i-zer will perform much better...
view full answer... - Are the Two Outer Holes on the Reese Weight Distribution Head Meant for Sway Control BallsYes, the two smaller outer most holes on the top of the head are designed to fit sway control balls, like part # RP58060 to be used in conjunction with a friction sway control bar like part # 83660. Please note, the 83660 sway control bar does come with the ball.
view full answer... - Compatibility of Friction Sway Bar with Convert-A-Ball Adapter and Weight Distribution ShankThe Reese Sway-Control Bracket for 2" Ball Mounts - Class III and IV # RP26003 will work with the Ball Mount Adapter for Convert-A-Ball Cushioned Weight Distribution Shank # BA-1 to allow you use your Reese friction sway control arm # 83660. The Curt Sway Control Hitch Ball # C40093 or Reese # RP58060 will work with this system.
view full answer... - Replacement Friction Sway Bar Hitch Ball and BracketIt sounds like you are simply looking for the Curt Sway Control Hitch Ball # C40093 or Reese # RP58060. This can be used with the bracket # RP26005 for 1-1/4 inch receivers or # RP26003 for 2 inch receivers. Another option is the ball mount # D320 with the tab welded on.
view full answer... - Is There a Dual Friction Sway Control Weight Distribution Head for the Trunnion Style HitchYes, the weight distribution head has a mounting hole for a sway control ball like the Sway Control Ball, item # RP58060. The weight distribution head included with the Trunnion Style Weight Distribution Hitch System for Titan 2-1/2 inch Receivers, item # RP66006, has the sway control ball on the right side of the head only. There is not a trunnion style head available with two sway control ball mounts available. The best option for sway control with the Trunnion Style Weight Distribution...
view full answer... - Recommended Replacement Ball For Friction Sway-Control SystemThe replacement ball you can use with the Reese Friction Sway Control Kit, part # 83660 is part # RP58060. This is a 1-1/4 inch diameter ball and it has a 5/8 inch diameter shank.
view full answer... - What Is the Diameter of the Smaller Hole On the Reese Sway-Control Bracket RP26003In regards to the Reese Sway-Control Bracket for 2" Ball Mounts part # RP26003, the larger hole which goes around the hitch ball on the ball mount is 1" diameter and the smaller hole which is for the sway control hitch ball part # RP58060 is 5/8" diameter.
view full answer... - Does the Replacement Hitch Ball for Reese Friction Sway Control Have Shiny FinishWe checked our stock for you and the Replacement Ball for Reese Friction Sway-Control System # RP58060 and they are all a shiny finish. This hitch ball is the correct replacement for the Reese Friction Sway Control Kit # 83660. I have added a photo, as well as the link to the video review you mentioned, so you can see the look of the Replacement Ball for Reese Friction Sway-Control System # RP58060.
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- Curt Sway Ball Compatibility with Reese Friction Sway Control Kit # 83660The Replacement Ball for Reese Friction Sway-Control System # RP58060 has a 1-1/4 inch ball diameter and a 5/8 inch shank diameter. The Curt Sway Control Hitch Ball # C40093 has these same dimensions so it will work with the Reese System # 83660.
view full answer... - Troubleshooting Ball Broken from Friction Sway Control UnitIs the system possibly tightened too much which is causing too much pressure on the ball? Or is the trailer not sitting level which is causing undue stress on the ball around corners? This is the first time this has come up for us so I'd suspect either the ball was faulty or there's something unusual about your setup. The replacement ball would then be the part # RP58060.
view full answer... - Replacement Ball for Reese Friction Sway Control and Ball Mount for Allowing 5 inches DropFor the replacement ball for the friction sway control unit to attach to we have the part # RP58060 which is a fit for Reese sway control units. For an adjustable ball mount that has the ability to do 5 inches of drop if needed we have the part # 7390.
view full answer... - If the Hitch Side Ball on a Reese Friction Sway Control Kit, Is it Tightened Too Much?Yes, if you keeping breaking the ball on the hitch side of your Reese Friction Sway Control Kit # 83660 you are definitely tightening it too much. If you are needing a replacement, it would be the Replacement Ball for Reese Friction Sway-Control System # RP58060. If the break is occurring while you are backing up, you will need to unhook the system before backing up.
view full answer... - Replacement Lift Brackets and Friction Sway Control Ball For Pro Series Weight DistributionSounds like you need replacement chain hangers and a replacement friction sway control ball. For a set of lift bracket/chain hangers you would want the part # RP6637. For a replacement ball for the friction sway control you would want the part # RP58060. If you want the entire sway control bar then use # 83660. Prices are available at the product links.
view full answer... - Looking For Replacement Parts For A Quality S Weight Distribution SystemQuality S is not a brand of weight distribution system we carry, so I cannot say if replacements that we have from other brands will fit properly, unfortunately. I was also unable to find any information about this brand. With that said, the best recommendation I can make is to replace the system with a brand that is still being produced and has replacement parts readily and easily available. The Reese Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control # RP66084, as an example, can...
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- Availability of a Friction Sway Control that can Mount to Ball Mount with 2 Inch Accessory Hitch Yes, Reese has the Sway-Control Bracket for 2 Inch Ball Mounts, # RP26003, and the Ball, # RP58060. Both the bracket and the ball will mount to the MaxxTow Ball Mount, # MT70066, and allow you to connect your sway-control bar.
view full answer... - Replacement Hitch Ball for Friction Sway Control BarWe currently offer two sway control hitch balls with a 1-1/4" diameter ball and 5/8" diameter shank, part # C40093 and part # RP58060. These are both sold in quantities of one but you can order multiple by changing the number in the "Quantity" box on the product page before proceeding to the cart. The price will then be shown for your total on the next page. I have attached a photo to help you with changing the quantity.
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- Recommended Sway Control Unit To Use On Two Trailers.If you are experiencing sway when towing your trailer with the UTV or when towing your tandem trailer I do recommend using a sway control adapter. I recommend the Reese Friction Sway Control Kit, part # 83660. I would recommend either buying a sway control unit for both trailers or buying an additional ball mount plate, part # RP58062 for the second trailer that would allow you to move the sway unit from one trailer to the other. You will need sway control brackets for the hitch ball...
view full answer... - Replacement Sway Control Ball OptionsThe replacement sway control balls that we offer are the Curt Sway Control Hitch Ball, # C40093, and the Reese Replacement Ball, # RP58060. We also offer the Curt Ball and Plate Assembly, # C17201 and the Reese Ball-Plate, # RP58062. If you can tell me the brand of your sway control bar, I would be happy to confirm the compatibility of our parts.
view full answer... - Replacement Sway Control Ball for Pro Series Weight Distribution SystemTo replace the sway control ball on your Pro Series Weight Distribution System # PS49901 you will just need the Replacement Ball # RP58060. This includes the ball, washer, and nut. The pricing information will be listed on the product page.
view full answer... - Availability of Sway Control Hitch Ball BracketYes, you can use the Reese # RP26003 for a 2 inch ball mount, the Reese # RP26005 for a Class II 1-1/4 inch ball mount , or the Draw-Tite Tab # 3442 which is more of a universal weld-on bracket (must be done by professional. For a replacement Sway Control Hitch Ball you can use part # RP58060 which has a ball diameter of 1-1/4 inches and a shank diameter of 5/8 inches.
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Robert
8/3/2022
Works as advertised, every bit as good as the original if not better. This one hasnt broken and I am a professional and not gentle with my own stuff.