Size of Wrenches/Sockets Needed to Install Curt Weight Distribution System # C17062

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What size sockets are needed for hitch installation.

asked by: Frank W

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I looked up the bolt and nut sizes that come with the Curt weight distribution system part # C17062 and the sizes you need are 3/4", 1-1/8", 1-7/8", and 9/16".

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

It is always recommended that you use the original tire and wheel size that came on your camper but I have calculated the size differences between the two tires. Your current wheel/tire combination, ST185/80D13, has an approximate width of 7.28…

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Answer 2

The tire size of 20.5x8-10 is the same as the size 205/65-10 which for that we have the Loadstar part #AM1HP56 which has a weight capacity of 1,650 lbs at 90 psi and a higher speed rating of 87 mph so it's overall a really great option. This is…

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Answer 3

The Curt MV Weight Distribution system part #C17062 that you referenced weighs 101 lbs.

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The Curt MV Weight Distribution System #C17062 comes with a 2-5/16" hitch ball that has a shank with a 1-1/4" diameter.

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All Curt weight distribution system have a shank included with them. Considering the price of the #C17062 you are still getting a great deal when you compare the kit to other brands. For a drop shank we have the part #C17124 which can do 9 to 10…

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Yes, if you left the sway control off of the Curt MV Weight Distribution System #C17062 it would be perfectly compatible with surge brakes.

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You'll want to use the amount of links that allows the tow vehicle to sit as close to level as possible. So in your case you'd want to use 6 links since you said that gives you the more level height. Since your weight distribution system is…

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Answer 8

We do have all the items you need to add electric drum brakes to your existing 2200-lb axle and the linked article outlines it all. But for making this process as easy and foolproof as possible you might consider simply replacing the entire axle with…

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Answer 9

Sure thing - the Replacement Bolt Kit for Curt MV Weight Distribution Systems #C17076 uses 3/4" - 10 x 4 1/2" long hex bolts. According to the linked instructions, they will be tightened to 200 ft lbs. This replacement bolt kit is used to…

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Answer 10

If you have a 2-1/2 inch hitch installed on your truck then you can use a hitch extender like the Curt part #C45048 which can give you from 24 to 34 inches of extension. You should note that when you use this extender the towing capacity is 6,000…

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Answer 11

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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Answer 12

There isn't really a special type of trailer you can use with a longer tongue to clear the tailgate. The best option is to use an extra long ball mount to clear the tailgate because extenders like Trailer Hitch Extender for 2" Hitch…

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