Should Weight Distribution System Use Same Amount of Links on Both Sides of Trailer

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Do the chain links need to be the same number or can you use a 7 and an 9

asked by: Robin

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With weight distribution systems you need to run the same amount of chain lengths on both sides so that the spring bar tension is the same for both sides of the trailer. There would be no reason to run different chain link lengths and it would be unsafe.

I attached a link to a page that has more info on weight distribution systems for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

How many links get used when installing a weight distribution system really depends on the tongue weight of the trailer. Basically you set up a WD system so that the tow vehicle sits as level as possible when loaded. Changing the amount of links…

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There are a few troubleshooting steps to help you figure out why you have no power. I would start by making sure that there is not any corrosion or debris blocking your connection points. If they are clean or still no power after cleaning, I would…

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Based on the hitch weight I was able to find online for the Rockwood Roo 23BDS that you have the weight distribution I would recommend is the Reese Strait Line kit part #RP66083 which has a tongue weight range of 400-800 lbs and has the best sway…

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The red power wire on the Electric A-Frame Tongue Jack, #LC285318, is the power wire and it will attach to the positive battery terminal on your trailer battery. First, remove the fuse in the in-line fuse holder on the red wire. Mount the jack to the…

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If you need to tow with the tailgate down so you can haul your ATV in the truck bed then the most common solution for this is to use an extended weight distribution shank, the Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank part #EQ90-02-4600. This should provide…

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If you are making a tight turn with a weight distribution and sway control you'll want to disconnect the sway control otherwise it will damage itself like you have found. The amount of tension in the setup will not cause the bend that you have…

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You won't see too much information on how tight to make a bar style friction sway control unit because it will be different for every situation. You would make it about as tight as you think it needs to be and then tow the trailer to see if it…

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Friction Sway Control Systems like the Reese #83660 use an adjustable-friction sliding bar mechanism to control trailer sway. This type of system is suitable for trailers with electric brakes and can be used with or without weight distribution (WD)…

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A friction type sway control unit like the Curt #17200 should be adjusted so that it is not easy to move by hand, but still can be moved by the greater force from the moving trailer. You will need to do some road testing to find the correct…

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Answer 10

From what I could find it looks like your 122R (red) and 122Y (amber) lights measure 3.75" x 1.70" x .81". We don't have any replacement lense directly for the GLO-BRITE lights but we do have some similar lights that you could use…

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My contact at Yates Rubber advises that a nominal 8-inch keel roller does not measure exactly 8 inches; typically they are slightly smaller than the specified size, much the way a piece of 2 x 4 lumber is not exactly 2-inches by 4-inches. I took…

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Hey Travis, congrats on the new 2024 Jayco Flight 284BHS! Your travel trailer looks to have a GVWR of 7,950 lbs so I recommend going with the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution w/ 4-Point Sway Control #EQ37121ET and pairing it with the Shank…

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