1,500 lb Tongue Weight Distribution System Recommendation for Trailer with Underslung Coupler

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Is the Curt C17501 suitable for use with a 2016 Jayco that has an underslung coupler?

asked by: Quintin

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Expert Reply:

We carry the Blue Ox weight distribution systems that are specifically designed for use with underslung couplers like what you have that would be your ideal solution. The SwayPro part # BXW1503 has the same capacity as the Curt you referenced but since it is designed for underslung couplers it's the better route to go.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

For a hitch weight of 1,700 lbs you'd need a higher rated system than a Straitline with a 1,700 lb max tongue weight. You'd need a system like the Blue Ox part #BXW2003 which has a tongue weight range of 1,500 to 2,000 lbs since you…

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Answer 2

The difference is that the Blue Ox Swaypro part #BXW2000 is for standard couplers on trailer frames that attach to the top of the trailer frame and the #BXW2003 is for underslung couplers which attach to the bottom of the frame. Now the specific…

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For that much tongue weight the best option for a weight distribution system would be the Blue Ox SwayPro part #BXW2003. This has a tongue weight range of 1,500-2,000 lbs and has built in sway control within the head of the system where it holds…

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Answer 4

1,800 lbs of tongue weight is quite a bit which is why the only solutions require the use of the heavier duty 2-1/2 inch hitches. The Blue Ox WD system part #BXW2000 that you referenced is going to be your best solution but it does require a 2-1/2…

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Answer 5

A single sway control bar is only good for trailers up to 6,000 pounds and up to 25 foot, 11 inch long trailers so that is at least part of the problem you are having. But not to worry because it is a problem that is easily remedied with the proper…

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Answer 6

The Blue Ox weight distribution system part #BXW2003 would work great for the tongue weight you listed but this kit is for trailers that have the coupler attach to the bottom of the trailer frame. This is referred to as a underslung coupler. If you…

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Answer 7

A vehicle equipped with a tow/haul button does not necessarily have a factory transmission cooler. The tow/haul button is used to change the shift points of your transmission for optional performance while towing. Almost all vehicles nowadays have an…

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There is not a pole tongue adapter compatible with a system rated for 1,700 lbs. The largest option is the Reese Pole-Tongue Adapter for Weight Distribution Systems - 14,000 lbs GTW, 1,400 lbs TW #RP58393, which will work only if your total tongue…

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Answer 9

My technical contact at Derale advised that the hoses supplied in their Derale Hyper-Cool Remote Transmission Cooler Kit #D15960 have a burst pressure of 300-psi and a guaranteed pressure rating of 250-psi. They have no reported issues with these…

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Answer 10

If your truck and trailer look to be level when adjusting to the 8th chain link with the Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution System #BXW1500 then this isn't a problem. I recommend also taking the trailer out for a short test drive to see how…

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Answer 11

The 10K and 12K Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution Systems like part #EQ37100ET and part #EQ37120ET use different heads and spring bars so if you wish to switch back between the two capacities you will need both of these items which I have listed for…

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Answer 12

An underslung trailer coupler is one that attaches to the bottom of the trailer frame and an overslung one is one that attaches to the top of the frame. The Replacement Head for Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution Systems part #BXW4011 is for…

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