Where Do Frame Brackets Install on Frame with Curt Weight Distribution System C17050

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What is the distance from center of ballot center of spring bar tongue brackets?

asked by: David

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When the Curt weight distribution # C17050 is installed so that the chains are perpendicular to the trailer frame, the lift brackets should be installed so they're centered right at 30 inches rearward from the trailer ball when the trailer's hitched up. The lift brackets are 4 inches wide (they take up 4 inches of space on the trailer A-frame), so the leading edge of the bracket would sit at about 28 inches rearward of the ball center and the trailing edge of the bracket would sit at about 32 inches rearward of the trailer ball center.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Assuming you're talking about the length of your shank being 16" long, then no the length of your shank will not affect the capacity of your weight distribution system. That being said, if you're looking for a complete system…

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II took a look at the weight capacity for your Honda Ridgeline and the loaded weight of your Keystone Springdale 179RD trailer. The dry weight is your trailer empty with no cargo inside whatsoever. Your trailer will be heavier once you get it…

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I would recommend putting a weight distribution hitch on just for the safety aspect. You will always get some type of sway when towing a trailer. When picking the correct one you will need to be as close as possible to the loaded tongue weight of…

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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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The best way to determine what system will work for you is to know what your total tongue weight is. The total tongue weight is the tongue weight of your fully-loaded-ready-to-tow trailer added to the weight of any cargo you place behind the rear…

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You will want to choose a weight distribution hitch where your loaded tongue weight, which for a Lance 1575 with a GVWR of 3700-lbs should be no more than 555-lbs and will most likely be closer to 400-lbs. Based off those specs I recommend using the…

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The Curt weight distribution (WD) system #C17050 does include a shank which installs in your hitch receiver and suspends the system's head assembly. It is possible to select a WD system that does NOT include a shank, which allows you to choose…

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If I am understanding your question correctly it sounds like you are using the Curt Friction Sway Control for Weight Distribution Systems item #17200 when you are pulling your 19 ft travel trailer with your 2020 Ford F-150. To keep your trailer from…

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I spoke with Curt and spring bars of the WD system #C17150 has an overall length of 30-5/8 inches and the diameter is 1-1/4 inches where it fits into the head. The length is measured from the center of the end that fits in the head to the center…

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I took a look at the Ram's owners manual and it states if the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs loaded, it should have its own brakes. Towing the 3500 lb trailer without braking could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher brake pedal…

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I added a cut out for you showing the distance needed from the hitch ball to the brackets for the Reese Weight Distribution System #RE94FR. As you can see, that distance needs to be between 24-1/2" and 27-1/2" for this system. It has an…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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