Surge brakes

[JLeosnow]

I forgot to mention, the trailer that I am towing has surge brakes.  I'm wondering if the weight distribution hitch will still allow the brakes to work properly.  I will not be using any sway contollers with this because I did see a footnote in a catalog that these(sway contollers) CANNOT be used with surge brakes but can the weight distribution hitch still be used is the question.  Thanks.

-JLeosnow

[Shaners]

That is a very good question...  Just guessing, I would say it would reduce the effectiveness of the braking, but probably wouldn't overcome it completely.

 

I'd talk to a couple of boat/RV dealers to get the best answer.

[SilveradoWV]

Yeah, not sure about that one, but it would seem that if something is heavy enough for surge brakes, it shouldnt interfere with the weight distibution setup! Better check around?!

[Stepside Z]

When it comes to towing, Better Safe then Sorry. Ask the pros.

[WEFs99]

It seems to me that each setup would be different. If the bars are chained extra tight then I believe it would reduce the performance of the surge brakes considerably. Take it out on an empty parking lot and give it a try.

[JLeosnow]

I certainly would test and try it out if I decided to go with it, the only problem is its a $500.00 test.... ???

-JLeosnow

[WEFs99]

Just read the Northern Hydraulics catalog.  The one they sell will work with equalizers so why wouldn't any other manufacturers?