Distribution Hitch Preload
I am wondering how much tension (preload) I can put on the weight distribution hitch "springs". Mine use chains attached to the spring or trunion bar and tension is applied by pulling up on the chains.
How much can the hitch typically take?
I have along lever tool to set the chains in place and can put the tension on, but at what point do I risk breaking something (springs, hitch cradle etc)?
To get the truck to sit at normal height takes a lot of spring tension. I typically have the tongue jack raising everything when I do the WD bars, but still is a lot of force.
I understand the hitch, so don't need instruction on how it works, just not sure how much it can handle.
Also, when I go through road dips the tension greatly increases, so needs to be considered?
Mine is similar to the Curt
How much can the hitch typically take?
I have along lever tool to set the chains in place and can put the tension on, but at what point do I risk breaking something (springs, hitch cradle etc)?
To get the truck to sit at normal height takes a lot of spring tension. I typically have the tongue jack raising everything when I do the WD bars, but still is a lot of force.
I understand the hitch, so don't need instruction on how it works, just not sure how much it can handle.
Also, when I go through road dips the tension greatly increases, so needs to be considered?
Mine is similar to the Curt
