Choosing Between the Curt TruTrack 8K and 10 Systems for a 5K Trailer

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Thanks for the quick reply. Is it possible then to purchase the lager Item # C17500 and get the smaller bars so I don't also have to buy a huge torque wrench for the ball I'd have to add? Also, could you be more specific about "wouldn't perform as well"?

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The Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System part # C17500 which is rated for up to 10,000 lbs gross trailer weight and 1,000 lbs tongue weight would work but it wouldn't perform as well as the Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System part # C17499 which is rated for 8,000 lbs gross trailer weight and 800 lbs tongue weight on a 5,000 lbs trailer which will likely have an actual tongue weight once loaded anywhere from 500 lbs - 750 lbs.

That said, if you were to go with the lower rated system you could simply get new spring bars to upgrade capacity down the road, the Replacement Trunnion Spring Bar for Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System part # C17536. Please note, you will need the 2-5/16" Hitch Ball part # 63840 as well for the smaller system.

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Andrew

4/2/2020

Thanks for the quick reply. Is it possible then to purchase the lager Item # C17500 and get the smaller bars so I don't also have to buy a huge torque wrench for the ball I'd have to add? Also, could you be more specific about "wouldn't perform as well"?

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Conner L.

4/2/2020

Yes, you could order the Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System part # C17500 and then the Replacement Trunnion Spring Bar for Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System part # C17535 so you don't have to worry about torquing the hitch ball down. In regards to performance, there won't be a huge difference but the higher rated spring bars are going to create a stiffer ride when used on a smaller trailer.

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Answer 1

The Curt #C17499 TruTrack is a great system, but it could rated a bit higher than what you actually need (depending on your actual as-towed trailer tongue weight). The system is designed for trailers with a fully loaded and ready to tow tongue weight…

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Answer 2

The #C17499 and #C17500 use different heads as well as spring bars. In addition to the #C17507 replacement head you will need the #C17536 spring bars. The brackets and other parts do not need to be swapped out. This will give you a tongue weight…

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Answer 3

I have some good news to offset some of that anger from recently being scammed. We do indeed have all of the replacement parts available for the Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System #C17500 and I will list them out below. Replacement L-Pins and…

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Answer 4

The difference between the Curt TruTrack #C17501 and #C17499 are their weight capacities and the #C17501 comes with a 2-5/16" hitch ball already installed, whereas the #C17499 would require you to purchase one and torque it down yourself. The…

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Answer 5

With weight distribution systems like the Curt part #C17422 you can backup as long as you mainly are going straight back. If you find yourself in any jackknife situations you would need to disconnect the bars and the sway control unit. A good rule of…

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Answer 6

That is not normal wear for the L-Brackets on your Blue 2-Point #BLU75FR to be that worn. It looks like you have too much angle in the head, so I recommend trying to tilt the L-brackets a little to try and get the bar less on just that one edge, and…

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Answer 7

The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup when it is loaded and ready to tow. This figure also includes the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. I attached…

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Answer 8

You really need to get the spring bar hangers where they were designed to be on the frame for the spring bars to operate like they are supposed to. I suspect the issue you are having where it seems like they aren't able to provide enough spring…

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Answer 9

Though the Curt Friction Sway Control #17200 will help prevent sway, it is not my personal preference. This is due to them needing to be disconnected when reversing, require drilling to install, and will make quite a bit of noise. Something like the…

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Answer 10

When using the Blue Ox TrackPro Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control - 7-Hole Shank - 13K GTW, 1.3K TW #BLU27FR with your smaller 800-pound tongue weight trailer, it will be a super stiff and uncomfortable ride. For this reason and due to the tongue…

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Answer 11

Per the instructions(linked below) for the Blue Ox TrackPro Weight Distribution #BLU27FR you should have at least one open hole on your L-Brackets #BLU42QR. It sounds like your hitch head may be pitched to far down or you have an underslung coupler.…

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Answer 12

The most important part of selecting the correct weight distribution system is finding one rated for your tongue weight loaded and unloaded. With your travel trailer having a hitch weight of 1,075lbs I recommend the Blue Ox TrackPro Weight…

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