Can the Spring Bars on the Blue Ox WDS Be Swapped to Upgrade to Heavier Bars?

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I have a blue ox e2 800lb with spring bar stamping that reads 500-800 lbs can it’s system be upgraded to a 1000 lb by changing to heavier 1000 lb spring bar without having to purchase the entire distribution system Thanks

asked by: Joseph C

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Yes you can upgrade the spring bars on your Blue Ox 2-Point Weight Distribution System to the Replacement Spring Bars for Blue Ox 2-Point Weight Distribution System # BLU64XR by simply swapping out your existing spring bars.

expert reply by: Bryce D

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What you're looking for is the Replacement Spring Bars for Blue Ox 2-Point Weight Distribution System #BLU64XR. These spring bars will work with any Blue Ox 2 point WDS and have the same 800 - 1,200 lb tongue weight rating you mention.

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Answer 3

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Answer 6

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

Since Demco uses 3,500 drum brake assemblies part #DMSB24429M and #DMSB24428M what you'd need is similar 3,500 electric brake assemblies like the etrailer part #AKEBRK-35L-SA for the left hand side and #AKEBRK-35R-SA for the right hand side. To…

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Answer 12

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