Can Fastway 600 lb Tongue Weight WD System be Upgraded to 800 lb

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i have a 600lb e2 hitch can i replace the bars with 800lb bars springs or do i have to replace the whole thing

asked by: Ric

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Expert Reply:

To convert your Fastway E2 part # FA92-00-0600 to an 800 lb tongue weight kit you would just need to swap out the bars.

For the bars you would want the part # FA92-02-0899 and trunnion knuckle kit part # FA92-02-0844 as these bars are thicker in diameter.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

A 1/16th inch difference is not going to be a problem. That is actually probably better than a lot of people can accomplish when adjusting a weight distribution system. Just keep in mind that when using weight distribution you also have to factor in…

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Answer 2

To upgrade your Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control #FA92-00-0600 rated for 6,000 lbs to the 8,000 lbs system you will simply need part #FA92-01-0899. If you were to order the part #FA92-02-0899 you would also need the Socket…

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Answer 3

The trunnion head #FA92-02-1255 for your Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control #FA92-00-0800 is the same one used on the 6,000-lb, 8,000-lb, 10,000-lb, or 12,000-lb systems so you can just swap out your spring bars for part…

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Answer 4

I recommend going with the 600 pound bar #FA92-01-0699 for this application, since you mentioned the tongue weight is only 390 pounds. These bars will give you plenty of capacity without running the risk of being overloaded. You could also use the…

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Answer 5

I do have an option for you but you will need part #FA92-01-0899 instead of part #FA92-02-0899 to fit the weight distribution head. The Replacement Trunnion Spring Bars for Fastway e2 Weight Distribution Systems part #FA92-01-0899 will work fine with…

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Answer 6

If your tongue weight is 667 pounds then I recommend the 800 pound spring bars, #FA94-02-0899 for a single bar on an E2 round bar system or #FA92-02-0899 for a single 800 pound bar for trunnion bar systems. If you were to use 600 pound bars the…

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Answer 7

If you've got a Fastway e2 hitch like the #FA92-00-0600 with trunnion bars then you can use the Replacement Trunnion Spring Bar for Fastway e2 Weight Distribution Systems - 1,000 lbs TW #FA92-02-1099 and Replacement Trunnion for Fastway e2 Weight…

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Answer 8

To convert your Fastway E2 part #FA92-00-0600 to an 800 lb tongue weight kit you would just need to swap out the bars. For the bars you would want the part #FA92-02-0899 and trunnion knuckle kit part #FA92-02-0844 as these bars are thicker in…

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Answer 9

Weight distribution works to distribute the tongue weight of a trailer up to the front axle of the tow vehicle so that it will sit more level and handle/brake better. That being said the systems do not "reduce" tongue weight or allow you to…

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Answer 10

Unless you plan on adding over 150 lbs in the bed of your 2015 Ford F-250 Super Duty I recommend going with the Fastway e2 #FA92-00-0600 as the Tongue Weight (TW) capacity of 600 lbs is a good spot to be at. Even though the e2 #FA92-00-0800 system…

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Answer 11

Absolutely, the Fastway e2 weight distribution systems are designed so that the spring bars can be replaced or upgraded to a higher weight capacity without additional modifications. For the 800 lbs. spring bars you will want the Replacement Trunnion…

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Answer 12

The Fastway e2 Weight Distribution System part #FA92-00-0600 that you referenced is likely the best weight distribution system for your needs. It has a tongue weight range of 250 lbs - 600 lbs which is likely where your towing setup falls. In order…

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