Replacement Blue Ox Sway Pro Spring Bars for Trailer Tongue Weight

Question:

What is the effect of differant spring bar reading? Meaning if i have a trailer with tongue weight of 700-800lbs but my blue ox bars are rated to 1500lbs 3 dot what are the postive or negative impact of changing to 1000lbs spring bars? Iis heavier ok?

asked by: Edward W

Expert Reply:

Using spring bars that are rated for a higher capacity can lead to a rigid trailer ride. An over-rated weight rating on your spring bars can even cause bounce leading to traction issues with the trailer.

I definitely recommend getting the spring bars that are rated for your specific trailer and vehicle using the total tongue weight. The total tongue weight is the loaded trailer tongue weight along with any cargo weight behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. That weight combination should ideally be in the middle of the range listed for your spring bars. It does sound like the Replacement Spring Bars for Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution System - 1,000 lbs TW # BXW4007 are the correct fit for your setup because they are rated for total tongue weight between 750 and 1000 lbs.

expert reply by: Jason S