Swapping Trunion Bars

[Leec5839]

I have a Curt weight distribution hitch rated for 5k-6k lbs. We recently purchased a new Flagstaff Super Lite 26RBWS that weighs in at 6445 lbs. dry weight. Two questions. Do I need a new hitch rated for a higher weight? Can I purchase new trunion bars rated for more weight and use them with my current hitch head unit.

Thanks for your help in advance!

[SeaDog]

Myself I would replace the current hitch with a WDH the is rated in the 8K range with 1k bars and sell the current hitch. JMHO

[Underthedog]

Although ours is a Reese SC hitch, I was able to upgrade just the bars when we moved from a PUP to a ROO. You would have to verify your setup to ensure the head unit is not the limiting factor, of course

[clarkbre]

I've upgraded bars on my Husky Centerline TS. We started with 600-800 pound bars for our 7,500. After weighing the trailer, the hitch weight was more than 800 so I switched to 800-1200 bars. After readjusting, it worked well.