Can You Back Up a Trailer With Dual-Cam Sway Control Installed

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With the Reese straight line hitch with dual cam sway control, do you have to disconnect the sway control before backing the trailer.

asked by: Don C

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With a dual-cam sway control system, you will have more freedom in terms of backing up than you would with a friction sway control bar. However, if you are going to be making tight turns and maneuvers while backing up, it is a good idea to disconnect the dual-cam sway control to avoid any potential issues. I have included a link to our FAQ article on weight distribution and sway control for you.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

The Reese Strait-Line Weight Distribution System #RP66084 referenced in your question does indeed allow you to back up with the trailer attached since its sway control is integrated into the head assembly. There isn't a specific angle…

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Answer 2

Yes, a trailer that is nose up can cause big problems. A level trailer is ideal and worth working toward for safety. The good news is that you can get the trailer almost exactly level with switching ball mounts. This is where an adjustable ball…

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With weight distribution systems like the Curt TruTrack part #C17500 you can back up as long as you are going mainly straight. If you are going to jackknife the trailer you would need to disconnect the bars.

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Answer 4

For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the…

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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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The correct Roadactive kit that fits your 2023 Ford F-150 is the part #RAS3611-YHD. I really like the RAS kits as they basically don't have any downsides. You get the adjustable support, an easy install, no maintenance, and actually improves…

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The 2" receiver for the EcoHitch item #EH87SR sticks out right through the middle of the air dam. I have attached a picture below that will show you what this front hitch looks like once installed. The EcoHitch Hidden Front Mount Trailer Hitch…

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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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For suspension enhancement on your 2022 Ford F-150, I recommend the RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit - Heavy Duty #RAS3611-YHD. The RoadActive leaf spring enhancement is a better choice than air bags because the leaf spring…

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Answer 10

Because the Retrax PRO MX Tonneau Cover #RT80467 for the 2019 Chevy Silverado 2500 covers the bed rails, you would not be able to use a ladder rack like the Thule TracRac #TH27000XT since that rack requires the use of the bed rails. The only tonneau…

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Answer 11

Yes, it will! The B&W Continuum Weight Distribution Head Assembly item #BW48FR will work perfectly with the B&W Continuum Weight Distribution System item #BW28FR.

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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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