Comparing Differences of Weight Distribution Systems Between Chains and Platform Brackets
Question:
What is the difference in these two types ?? Curt Weight Distribution - C17062 vs Fastway Weight Distribution - FA94-00-1061 one has the chains, i believe the other is a newer type, is one better Thanks
asked by: Kenneth T
Expert Reply:
The Curt MV Weight Distribution System w/ Friction Sway Control - Round Bar - 10K GTW, 1K TW # C17062 has the older style chain system along with a friction sway bar. This is a decent system, however the systems with sway control integrated into the brackets like the # FA94-00-1061 you referenced are far better at controlling sway.
Other than the difference in two points of sway control integrated into the weight support, the other difference is in the ability to back up your trailer without disconnecting the system. The friction sway bar on the Curt system requires disconnecting the sway-bar when backing. The Fastway system does not require this based on design.
Both systems will require either a hitch ball or installation of a hitch ball. The Fastway system requires a thin walled socket like # ALL643216 for installation and both of these systems come sith a 2-5/16 inch diameter hitch ball. You can alternatively use a hitch ball like # A-90 for a 2 inch ball if needed.
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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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1-7/8" 12pt Thin Walled Socket - 3/4" Drive - Chromium-Vanadium Steel
- Hand Tools
- Ratchets and Sockets
- Sockets
- SAE
- 3/4 Inch Drive
- 1-7/8 Inch
- Alloy Steel
- Powerbuilt
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Curt MV Weight Distribution System w/ Friction Sway Control - Round Bar - 10K GTW, 1K TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Does Not Allow Backing Up
- 900 lbs
- CURT
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Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control - Round - 2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 10K GTW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 700 lbs
- 800 lbs
- 900 lbs
- Fastway
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