Can You Back Up with a Curt Weight Distribution System Installed
Question:
Can you tell me if the Curt C17500 system allows backing up of trailer? Many WD/Sway systems do not allow you to back up with system engaged but others do. Also, can I use with a 2inch ball?
asked by: Gary
Expert Reply:
You can back up with the Curt Weight Distribution system part # C17500 that you referenced as long as you are backing mainly in a straight line.
Some systems are more strict on this than others, but basically you don't want to end up in a jack knife situation with a WD system installed as it will bind up the bars so bad that something can break or the bars will fall out.
For a similar system that does not come with a hitch ball so that you can install and use a 2 inch ball like part # A-90 you would want the part # 17302.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Trunnion Style Weight Distribution System with Shank, 1,000 lbs. TW, 10,000 lbs. GTW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD Only
- No Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 800 lbs
- 900 lbs
- CURT
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2" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 10,000
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-5/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- CURT
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Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion - 10,000 lbs GTW, 1,000 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 900 lbs
- CURT
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