Reese 66558 Steadi-Flex Lw Wd 400-600#

$ 688.27

Score By Feature

Based on 17 ratings

Giftable

9.31

Customer service

8.96

Satisfaction

9.27

Value for money

9.40

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Product Description

Designed with tapered spring bars for a softer ride, this weight-distributing system distributes the weight evenly

Materials that are frictional provide a quiet ride when used for say control

A spring bar that is wide, and that has a simple pin and clip assembly, reduces wear on the head and

There is no drilling required

With bottom mount couplers, it will fit 6" frames, and optional mounting will allow it to fit V-Nose trailers as well

Questions & Answers

Has this WD hitch caused any problems when backing up?

The back of my 16 ft RV trailer came up fine. The hitch has worked well and tying up and tying down is easy

What should be done about the paint that rubs against the friction pad on the underside of the spring bar?

It would make more sense for me if I left it as is. You can grease or lube the pads but not so much as to damage them

This will work with a Reese 3280 pole tongue adapter on a trailer and boat weighing 5000 lbs (*500 lbs ?

The friction pads will probably be on all units

Selected User Reviews For Reese 66558 Steadi-Flex Lw Wd 400-600#

Hex Bolts come with the kit are too short, and the manual specifies "Won't fit frames 2" wide" however, I fitted the frame to a 2" wide frame by purchasing longer Hex Bolts

4/5

To ensure that Hex bolts are strong enough for this purpose, make sure you purchase the appropriate bolts. The hitch has resulted in a very positive experience for me. I've used it for 16 ft RV trailers weighing 4000 pounds with no issues. It is easy to set up.

Salem McDonald

| Jul 02, 2021

I received the package promptly, but a part of it was torn off the box

5/5

This hitch was shipped promptly, but as the weather is just now clearing up here in the North, I'm just now getting it installed. I found the instructions to be clear and all pictures clearly labeled. It's first problem is that a part was missing (retention bracket). This rendered the hitch essentially useless and I decided to shop around for a new one. A friction pad was shipped with a crack (obviously damaged during assembly) and the problem was not noticed until after shipping. The same as above, i have not hooked anything up to this hitch yet, so this is also disappointing. It appears to be a common problem with Reese hitches on the internet. I reached out to the seal, and reese in hopes of resolving this issue. Upon completing my upcoming 3000 mile trip, I will update this review with details on hitch performance as well as the resolution to my missing/broken parts issues with Riley.

Emerie Compton

| Oct 04, 2020

Obtain the best value for your money with a The stability and safety of the tow was a result of this The RV I am towing is a In Pod 179, with A cruise ship

4/5

WDH eliminates bounce and tow vehicle alignment problems - trailer bounces a little and the tow vehicle isn't level without the WDH. Low in the rear, it had a long wheelbase. As soon as the WDH is installed and adjusted, the trailer is level and rides smooth. Sway-resistance is built into the hitch No oscillation occurs since there are no reduction bars. Having seen the differences both on and off the road, I will never tow a travel trailer again without a WDH. Oh yes, I had a missing pin and a few nuts and washers from when they got loose in the packaging, and I contacted their customer service who shipped me the missing pieces by overnight post so I could get on the road before It's great to get such great service from a company!!.

Mylo Bird

| Jun 18, 2021

You should not install it if you are not an expert

5/5

When I bought my travel trailer in 2012, it was fitted with a Reese SC. Replaced it because it appeared to be old. I've never done this kind of work but, after several false starts, I managed to get it done and get the car and trailer A 5" hitch might have pads one inch wide by one inch long. A new pad was required because when I dropped the bar onto the pad with the tool, the backing detached causing me to have to buy two new pads at a price of $38. The whole thing kind of stinks. I'll have to wait until we get on the ride to find out.

Marcus McIntosh

| Apr 19, 2021

Does a perfect job of eliminating Since I had never used a weight distribution hitch before, I wasn't sure what to expect

5/5

It is incredible what a difference this hitch can make. We are now able to drive with our car perfectly level and without sway. Since the trailer frame had crossbeams that obscured the ideal location for installation, it took me a long time to install it. It took me a while to figure that out, but then it was easy to install. These hitches are what I would use if I were to tow a trailer.

Quinn Hoffman

| Oct 09, 2020

We took this from Alaska to Nebraska and it worked great

5/5

We took this from Alaska to Nebraska and it worked great. The larger camper towed by our Nissan Pathfinder 2015 didn't sag as much as our smaller model and put out less heat. The sway aspect of it has never been a problem for me, so I cannot comment on You will not have any difficulty with the installation if you know how to use the It does seem normal to hear loud popping and groaning when turning at low speed, and it gets better with more usage. We traveled for 22 days and I barely noticed any strange noises when driving at low speeds at the end of the trip. Grease only when necessary, but do not grease the friction pads, or your vehicle will not behave as it should.