Can a Trailer be Towed Using a Weight Distribution System Head But No Spring Bars
Question:
I have a Reese 12,000# Steadi-Flex WDH I ordered to tow a boat on a trailer with surge brakes long distances. For shorter distances, is it OK to use simply the shank and ball for towing if I choose not to utilize the spring bars? Basically I want to avoid having to buy another receiver ball mount for my hitch since I already have a pretty good one with the Reese system.
asked by: Ken G
Expert Reply:
Yes, you can tow the trailer without the spring bars on your Reese Steadi-Flex weight distribution system, # RP66560. Doing so will not harm the system or trailer. It will just be like towing with a big, weird looking ball mount.
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Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion - 12K GTW, 1.2K TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 1000 lbs
- 1100 lbs
- 700 lbs
- 800 lbs
- 900 lbs
- Reese
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