Are 1,700 lb Spring Bars Right for Camper Trailer With 1,400 lb Dry Tongue Weight

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I just purchased a camper with a dry tongue weight of 1390 pounds my Reese weight distribution hitch has 1500 pound spring bars are those heavy enough for the camper or do I need to move up to the 1700 pound spring bars?

asked by: Tom

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Thanks for being so specific and I can safely say you will need spring bars with a higher capacity because a loaded trailer will add enough to that tongue weight to make the 1,500 lb bars you have not rated highly enough.

For a camper trailer with a 1,390 lb dry tongue weight the 1,700 lb Reese Replacement Trunnion Spring Bar # 66010 is highly likely to be exactly what you need. I have added a link to a video review for you to take a look at as well.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

As you mentioned, the trunnion spring bars do come in various weight ratings. Increasing your weight distribution capacity will improve your weight distribution. Either the 1500-lbs trunnion spring bars, Item #RP58369, or the 1700-lbs trunnion spring…

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Answer 2

I cannot advise using 800 lb spring bars on a trailer with a 858 lb tongue weight. Exceeding the capacity of the spring bars will certainly lead to poor performance as your existing bars would be over loaded. In the worst case scenario, they could…

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Answer 3

Torque specs for wheel lug nuts vary depending on several factors like stud size, wheel size and wheel material. The linked image provides a listing of commonly recommended torque values. The studs on your hubs #A35RS545E are 1/2-inch diameter and…

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Answer 4

We have listed on the product page for the replacement trunnion #58097 that the bar thickness should be 1-3/8 inches so just double check your bars to be sure. The trunnions are designed to fit Reese spring bars in the 1,200 to 1,700 pound capacity…

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Answer 5

I went out to our warehouse and measured the Draw-Tite and Reese Replacement Weight Distribution Trunnion Style Head, part #RP58167. The distance from the top, flat portion of the head to the vertical mounting holes is 3/4-inch. From bolt hole to…

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Answer 6

For your 1200 lb Reese trunnion bars, you will want the Replacement Trunnion and Pin for Reese 1200 - 1700 lb Trunnion Style Weight Distribution #58097. This is a confirmed fit for your 1-3/8 inch square trunnion bars. The trunnions are 4-1/4 inches…

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Answer 7

I spoke with my contact at Reese and he stated that if your 800 pound system is newer, within the last 3-1/2 to 4 years, then the higher capacity 1,700 pound bars, like #66010, will fit. However, what you need to also look at is the shank. The shank…

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Answer 8

The Reese Replacement Head for Reese Trunnion Weight Distribution Systems #RP58167 does not itself carry a weight rating since that will be determined by the particular set of trunnion spring bars that are installed in it. The head has enough…

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Answer 9

Thank you for the pictures. From them I can tell that you have a Reese trunnion style weight distribution system. Which makes the Replacement Head for Reese Weight Distribution System #RP58167 the correct replacement head for your system.

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Answer 10

The 600 pound spring bars would be rated too low for 630 pounds of tongue weight and the system would be ineffective. The 800 pound bars are the way to go. Try to lower the trailer end of the spring bars by one chain link for less tension and that…

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I would need to know what your current system is rated for and the total tongue weight of the trailer to determine which spring bars would be the best option. Total tongue weight is calculated by taking the trailer tongue weight, loaded and ready to…

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Answer 12

The Reese #RP58369 1500 lb spring bar is a compatible replacement if you were planning on towing a trailer with a lower tongue weight. The 58369 is the same length as the #66010, so the frame brackets wouldn't need to be relocated and the Dual…

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