Will the New Reese Trunnion Spring Bars Work with the Original Dual-Cam Sway Control

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Will part #RP66009 trunnion spring bar work with the old style/original dual cam sway control?

asked by: Wayne

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Helpful Expert Reply:

Yes, trunnion spring bar # RP66009 is compatible with all versions of the Reese dual-cam sway control. There have been slight changes in the dual-cam systems over the years but the trunnion bars with the hook end are compatible with all of them.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

I will try to provide the dimensions you need. If another dimension is needed let me know and I will be glad to get it for you. Overall length = 33 inches Length to the spring bar detent = 29 inches Width and height of spring bar = 1-3/8 inches…

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Answer 2

I spoke with my contact at Reese and he told me that you can install the Replacement Trunnion Spring Bar 1,200 lbs TW, part #RP66009, into the head of your Reese Weight Distribution 10,000 lbs GTW, 600 lbs TW, part #RP66020, without any problems.…

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Answer 3

Thanks for the picture and info of your spring bar. Based on that I can confirm that the correct replacement is the part #RP66009 that you referenced.

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Answer 4

I don't really have an answer as to why Reese doesn't have a 1,000 pound rated Strait-Line. With that being said I don't understand your hesitation with the 1,200 pound bars, part #RP66009. The weight range is 600 to 1,200 pounds which is…

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Answer 5

The newer spring bars will not fit in the old style heads so you would need to replace the head as well as the spring bars. If you go that route than it would be better to just replace the whole system and get all new parts, because the cost is about…

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Answer 6

As long as your Strait-Line Weight Distribution (WD) System, like part #RP66083, isn't underrated for your towing setup and you haven't gone past the 5th chain link like you mentioned then you should be good to go. With friction sway control…

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Answer 7

By hitch I assume you mean the shank. I would need to know the model number of the weight distribution system to get you the correct replacement arms. If you could get back to me with that information I may be able to find a solution for you.

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Answer 8

Thank you for all of the pictures. I do have a solution for you but when I reached out to my contact at Reese he said that you have the older SC weight distribution (WD) system and there aren't any replacement bars that will fit your application.…

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Answer 9

Yep, you can absolutely just upgrade the 800 lb trunnion bars to 1,200 lb bars on your Reese Strait-Line weight distribution hitch and not have to get any parts. All you will need are two of the following: - Replacement Trunnion Spring Bar for Reese…

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Answer 10

I spoke with my contact at Reese and he informed me that about a year ago they changed the angle on the Replacement Trunnion Spring Bar for Reese Weight Distribution System, part #RP66009, to make it a little sharper. He said that as long as the Dual…

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Answer 11

Thanks for the pictures! The Replacement Trunnion Spring Bar for Reese Weight Distribution System item #RP66009 is exactly what you need and I went ahead and attached a diagram below so you can compare the dimensions.

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Answer 12

According to my research, the Draw-Tite Weight Distribution System 06623-099 became obsolete in 2010 therefore replacement parts are no longer available. However, if you can send me a few photos of your weight distribution system's head I may…

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