Weight Distribution bar - using a pipe ... ?
We have lost the pipe to lift up the weight distribution bar ... what do you use ?
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I really don't care how others do it other than they are not following the correct procedure recommended by the WD Hitch manufacturer.I guess some rules of manufacturer ratings/guidelines should be followed and other not on here.
From E-Trailer on "How To Hookup"
Method for setting up a system with snap-up lift brackets:
1-Hook your trailer up to your tow vehicle.
Choose reference points on your tow vehicle's front and rear wheel wells. Measure from these points down to the ground.
2-Use a jack to raise the trailer tongue and the rear of your vehicle.
Hook the chain onto the lift bracket on one side of your trailer.
Snap up the lift bracket using the "lift handle". This may take a good amount of leverage and effort.
3-Secure the bracket in place with a pin and clip.
Repeat steps 4 - 6 for the other side.
4-Lower the jack and re-measure the distance from the reference points on your vehicle's wheel wells to the ground. The measurement for the front should be nearly equal to that in rear, with no more than 1/2" difference.
5-If the front of your vehicle is lower than the rear, increase the number of chain links between the spring bars and the lift brackets until the height is about even. If there are no more links available for adjustment, angle the weight-distribution head assembly up to correct the height difference.
6-If the rear of your vehicle is lower than the front, reduce the number of chain links between the spring bars and the lift brackets until the height is about even.
From E-Trailer on "How To Hookup"
Method for setting up a system with snap-up lift brackets:
1-Hook your trailer up to your tow vehicle.
Choose reference points on your tow vehicle's front and rear wheel wells. Measure from these points down to the ground.
2-Use a jack to raise the trailer tongue and the rear of your vehicle.
Hook the chain onto the lift bracket on one side of your trailer.
Snap up the lift bracket using the "lift handle". This may take a good amount of leverage and effort.
3-Secure the bracket in place with a pin and clip.
Repeat steps 4 - 6 for the other side.
4-Lower the jack and re-measure the distance from the reference points on your vehicle's wheel wells to the ground. The measurement for the front should be nearly equal to that in rear, with no more than 1/2" difference.
5-If the front of your vehicle is lower than the rear, increase the number of chain links between the spring bars and the lift brackets until the height is about even. If there are no more links available for adjustment, angle the weight-distribution head assembly up to correct the height difference.
6-If the rear of your vehicle is lower than the front, reduce the number of chain links between the spring bars and the lift brackets until the height is about even.
