What is a Weight Distribution Hitch System? 
An optional system which can be added to most rear mounted trailer hitches. The system includes supplemental equipment such as spring bars, that work to distribute trailer tongue loads to the trailer axle(s) and the tow vehicle front axle.  Use of weight distribution system enhances handling and braking and in some cases increases the trailer towing capacity (only if the hitch has a weight distributing capacity from factory.)

*Note* For Weight Distribution Hitch System part breakdown, refer to What Are The Components In A Weight Distribution System

When is a Weight Distribution Hitch System needed?
When towing a trailer with a standard ballmount, all of the trailer's tongue weight is transfered to the tow vehicle. Having too much tongue weight in...

On some calls with customers, the question comes up does my Dodge pickup have overload springs? A couple things you'll want to know in order to answer that question.

Q: What are Overload Springs?

A; Overload springs help keep the back end of your truck from dragging. One spring supports the weight while the other keeps the back end up.

Q: How do I know if I have them?

The tow package for any Dodge will include an upgraded set of overload springs installed in the back - also known as rear leaf springs. The springs will be on the back of the truck and tucked just above the axle and underneath the frame of the bed. They will sit above the normal spring on the back of your Dodge truck where the axle sits and there will be two springs here that will allow you to know that an overload spring has been installed.

Q. What Is The Difference Between Round Tube Style Hitches & Square Tube Style Hitches?

SQUARE TUBE VS ROUND TUBE What is most commonly known between these two trailer hitches is that the square tube hitch has a small structural advantage of 100lbs TW (Tongue Weight) and 1000lb GTW (Gross Trailer Weight).  However, this is not true with all hitches, there are several that have the same tow ratings.  Round tube hitches are mainly chosen for their attractive design, but are commonly known as being more visible under the vehicle. It is best to check the trailer...

To: info@hitchweb.com
Date: Wed, 14 Mar 2012
Subject: Curt 5th Wheel

Hi Hitchweb,

I am interested in purchasing the Curt E16 5Tth Wheel hitch but I already have the reese 30035 rail kit. The features say order part # 16200 seperately but will the universal rails work on this 5th wheel?

Thank you,
Donald

This question is among our most frequently asked. The Curt 16200 universal install kit and the Reese 30035 universal install kit will work on 5th wheels compatible with a 10 bolt system.

Be mindful that 5th wheel custom install kits are sometimes required depending on the vehicle. For those of you who do not have a rail system, there is the