Backing Trailer While Using Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution System # RP66560

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Do you have to disconnect the spring bars when backing up? Also I want to make sure I ordered the right system. I have an 2014 Ram 1500 W/5.7 and I am towing a 30ft travel trailer 6900 unweighted and 560 TW. Will the RP66155 work for me? Thanks

asked by: Joe E

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Helpful Expert Reply:

During normal backing, it's perfectly acceptable to leave the bars in place, but if you're in a situation where jackknifing the trailer would be a possibility, I'd highly recommend removing them to prevent damaging anything.

The Reese Steadi-Flex weight distribution system you mentioned, part # RP66560 would be an excellent choice if the fully loaded and ready to tow tongue weight of your trailer is between 600 and 1200 lbs.

I'll link you to some FAQ articles that you might find helpful.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

Assuming you were happy with your Fastway, I recommend upgrading to an Equal-i-zer. Equal-i-zer is one of the best brands out there and actually makes the Fastway hitch. This will give you additional sway control on your heavier trailer since it has…

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Answer 2

With the new Steadi-Flex system, #RP66560, it does allow backing up. The Reese Steadi-Flex systems are very versatile. The narrow brackets and wide range along the trailer frame they can be mounted allow them to fit trailers that other systems will…

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Answer 3

The B and W Continuum weight distribution systems like the part #BW78FR that you referenced work the same in cold weather as they do in warmer weather.

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Answer 4

The difference between the two systems is basically the attachment point. One is not better than the other except that the trunnion bars are a little easier to install than the round bars that require a clip to hold them into the head. For the round…

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Answer 5

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 6

Hey Donald, the best Blue Ox weight distribution would be the pat #BXW0550 as it has a perfect tongue weight range for your 450 lb tongue weight trailer.

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Answer 7

Most of the 2-5/16 inch hitch balls will use either a 1-inch diameter shank or 1-1/4 inch diameter shank. The nut size on a hitch ball with a 1-1/4 inch shank, like the Tow Ready 2-5/16 Inch Hitch Ball, part #19286, will use a 1-7/8 inch socket. A…

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Answer 8

Curt recommends the use of 250 ft/lbs of torque when tightening the nuts of their hitch balls with a 1 inch diameter shank like the part #C40034 that you referenced. The general rule is for a 3/4" shank tighten to 150 ft/lbs For a 1" shank…

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Answer 9

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 10

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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