Will Changing To Heavier Spring Bars On Blue Ox Sway Pro Require Adjusting Hitch?
Question:
I have the 7 hole sway pro hitch. Just bought the 1500lb bars. My truck is a Chevy 2500. It does have larger tires and a lift. With that said would I still count 9 chain links when attacking the bars? Campers tongue weight is 1435lbs.
asked by: Patrick
Helpful Expert Reply:
The operation for the Blue Ox SwayPro # BXW1000 is going to be the same even with using the larger 1,500lb Bars # BXW4008. With that said if this is a different trailer than the one you previously used the spring bars for the trailer itself may be different heights so you may need a different chain link to get the proper amount of spring tension on the bars. Personally I always recommend installing the hitch like it is a new trailer when changing parts on the hitch. This will allow you to measure your front and rear fender heights to ensure you are getting enough tension to reduce sag but not overload the hitch either.
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Replacement Spring Bars for Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution System - 1,500 lbs TW
- Accessories and Parts
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Spring Bars
- 1500 lbs TW
- Trunnion Bar
- SwayPro
- Blue Ox
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Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control - Clamp On - 10,000 lbs GTW, 1,000 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Severe Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 900 lbs
- Blue Ox
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