Can Weight Distribution System be Used on Trailer with Surge Brakes
Question:
Can a weight distribution hitch be used with surge brakes or will the hitch adversely affect the movement of the brake master cylinder?
asked by: Roger H
Helpful Expert Reply:
There are some weight distribution systems that can be used with surge brakes as they do allow the forward and back movement needed to operate the actuator. For example the Curt Trunnion System part # 17302 that you referenced is compatible with surge brakes. Not all systems will allow the forward and back movement like the Strait Line kits like part # RP66084 as the cams that the system has to ride on prevent the amount of movement that's needed.
Products Referenced in This Question
Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 12,000 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 1000 lbs
- 1100 lbs
- 700 lbs
- 800 lbs
- 900 lbs
- Reese
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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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