Reese Chain Hanger Recommendation for Trailer that Will Not Accommodate Traditional Lift Brackets

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The snap up brackets that came with pro series # PS49902. 10000 / 750 toungue weight wont work on my trailer. Will these bolt on brackets be compatible and save the day? Thanks

asked by: Jason M

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The Reese Chain Hangers part # RP58305 that you referenced are designed to work on trailer frames no wider than 2-1/4 inches and the hangers are 5 inches wide by 3-5/16 inches tall. So if your trailer frame fits those dimensions you should be good.

You did not say why your current chain hangers do not fit, but if it is because you have trailer frame accessories that interfere with them then the # RP58305 would be the recommended solution for that. I attached installation instructions for this product for you to check out also.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

We may have something that will allow you to install a weight distribution system on your V-nosed trailer. The bolt-on chain hangers, part #RP58305, provide an attachment point for your weight-distribution spring bars without interfering with…

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Answer 2

For V-nose trailers like yours the solution for attaching the side frame brackets to the trailer is to use bolt on brackets since they do not require clearance above the frame. Reese has the kit part #RP58305 which would work great for you. I…

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Answer 3

A trailer with accessories like propane tanks up front or with V-nose construction like yours can make it more challenging to install a weight distribution (WD) system. WD spring bar brackets typically need to mount 25 - 30-inches behind the hitch…

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Reese (manufacturer of the Strait Line) has told me that the use of their weight distribution systems on an aluminum trailer is limited by what the trailer manufacturer states is okay. Since Featherlite has determined that your trailer is fine to use…

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Answer 5

The round or trunnion bars refers to the end of the spring bars. Round bars are typically designed for lighter applications, are a bit harder to install and are usually priced lower than trunnion bars. Trunnion bars are typically designed to be used…

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The standard spring bar brackets in the Equal-i-zer 4-Point Weight Distribution Systems #EQ37140ET and #EQ37120ET will fit trailer frames up to 6-inches in height as you noted. There is no alternate part or adapter to allow these systems to be fitted…

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Answer 7

Ideally, you would want the chains to be straight up and down. A slight angle is permissible. What I recommend is to change the chain hanger type being used. There are 2 options. First we have a type that bolts to the side of the trailer frame,…

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Since your dry tongue weight is 1,050 lbs and the Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System #C17501 you referenced has a tongue weight range of 1,000 to 1,500 lb this kit would most likely be just right. You'd want to first determine your loaded…

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Answer 9

You will need to have the chains on a Strait-Line weight distribution system straight up and down. There isn't a range of angles at which the chains can hang but I would not place the brackets off by more than 1/4 inch of where they are supposed…

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Answer 10

An underslung trailer coupler is one that attaches to the bottom of the trailer frame and an overslung one is one that attaches to the top of the frame. The Replacement Head for Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution Systems part #BXW4011 is for…

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Answer 11

Hey Donald, the best Blue Ox weight distribution would be the pat #BXW0550 as it has a perfect tongue weight range for your 450 lb tongue weight trailer.

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Answer 12

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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