Where Should Reese Bolt On Chain Hangers Install on Frame of Trailer

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would I have a problem if I mounted these 1/4inch up from the bottom edge of my camper frame, as long as I have at least 5 chain links or more? I did not have the directions which say to mount 1/2inch down from the top of the frame

asked by: Doug

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Reese recommends that when you install the bolt on chain hangers part # RP58305 that they sit 1/4 inch down from the top of the frame if the frame is a box frame or 1/2 inch down if it's a c-channel. It is important you follow these instructions. If you already installed them in the wrong location you should reinstall them where they need to go.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

For a wider I-beam frame like what you have the best solution for weight distribution chain hangers would be to first have a welder box the frame where you'd need to attach the hangers and then use bolt on hangers like the part #RP58305.

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Answer 2

We do have replacement lift brackets that will work perfectly with your Pro Series Weight Distribution System w Friction Sway Control 49903, though not ones that are weld on. Instead, the correct replacements are the Replacement Lift Brackets with…

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In order to choose the correct weight distribution system, you will need to find the total tongue weight (TTW) of your towing setup by adding the tongue weight (TW) of both your loaded ready to tow trailer and any cargo stored behind the rear axle of…

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For V-nose trailers like yours the solution for attaching the side frame brackets to the trailer is to use bolt on brackets since they do not require clearance above the frame. Reese has the kit part #RP58305 which would work great for you. I…

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You will need to use a standard weight distribution kit like the Heavy Duty Trunnion Weight Distribution System #RP66131 for your I-beam trailer. This system would be rated perfectly for your 10k trailer if it was going to be loaded near it's…

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The standard spring bar length for Curt trunnion bar weight distribution systems is 30-5/8 inches. Anything that has 28-3/8 inch long bars is a short bar system even if it does not explicitly state it. What you might be able to do is use chain…

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I have a great solution for using a weight distribution system with your new V-nose cargo trailer. I recommend using the Reese Chain Hangers #RP58305 with the weight distribution system you choose. These brackets can either be bolted onto or welded…

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Typically a weight distribution system is going to perform the best and be easier to setup properly if the chains are at a right angle to the trailer frame and the trailer frame is as level as possible when the vehicle and trailer are parked on…

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Yes, you can use the Curt weight distribution shank #C17124 along with the rest of your Husky Center Line weight distribution system #HT32218. With few exceptions the shanks from WD systems can be interchanged between brands. The hole size and…

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Answer 10

You will need to have the chains on a Strait-Line weight distribution system straight up and down. There isn't a range of angles at which the chains can hang but I would not place the brackets off by more than 1/4 inch of where they are supposed…

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Answer 11

You can back up a trailer with a weight distribution system installed on as long as you don't end up in too tight of a turn. This is especially true with the Curt Weight Distribution System part #C17422 as it has a friction sway control system as…

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Answer 12

We have weight distribution frame hangers designed for your exact application. For a Reese WD system we have the part #RP58305 which will bolt to the side of the trailer frame for the chains to attach to.

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