ReCurve Install How-to: R3 & R6 from Eaz-Lift
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- Опубликовано: 5 сен 2018
- Buy here 👉 48782 - ReCurve R3, 800 LB. www.amazon.com/dp/B084SB2FBB/r...
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How to install Eaz-Lift's ReCurve R3 and ReCurve R6 Weight Distributing Sway Control Hitch Systems. 
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I have the ReCurve R3 and could not be more happy. I found out after watching several videos and from my dealer where I had it installed, that I do not need to use the bar lifting tool. I just use my trailer tongue jack to get the coupler set just right and I just use my hand to place the bars onto the hangers. Yes I did use the tool at first, but my propane tanks are just mounted too close the hangers making using the lift tool a bit difficult. Now that i can just use my hand, no more issues. I guess I have hitched and unhitched 60 or more times on my travels around the country. The only time I need to use the lifting tool is when on very uneven ground to prevents me from raising the trailer tongue where I need it to easily remove the arms. I grease the sway head every time I go out with the trailer. Just a routine along with the other lists of things to do.
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It’s 2023, how about an updated video addressing everyones concerns and questions which is the ball tilt
Ty because I'm new at this and I need answers before I spend my money
it seems to me, following this as stated, will work if you achieve the 1 in. or less on the tow vehicle height, however, if not you would have to loosen up the bolts of the shank/ball hitch and the lower 5/8 bolt to adjust the pitch.... the 5 1/2 turns isnt anything but a good starting point (the instructions say start at level ball pitch) either way, some fine tuning may be required.... i agree with some other comments having a bit more clarity and adjustment for more or less tilt to adjust torsion would be helpful. The instruction manual also states (instead of the initial coupler to ball height adjustment of 1 inch higher) it says aprox 1/8in per 100lbs of tongue weight.
Yes. I’m installing now. Reading the instructions then watched this. They basically ignore the instructions in making this video.
You skipped the important part! How to set the angle of the head for weight distribution!!!! I sat through this entire video waiting for this step!. Amazing.
Right! And they did not install per the manufacturer's recommended procedure. It would be nice if #Camco would update this video to include the adjustment part of the install.
How does head have to be tilted forward to lift?
Very poor explanation
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You will see a recent comment from me about two large a pair of spring bars that I am in process of solving. Thank you for the technical input Camco. When I get the new 600 pound spring bars, I will be resetting the unit to my new vehicle which is a ram 2020 1500 limited with the 5.7 hemi engine. There is one possible technical glitch in that the limited comes with four corner air suspension that can change the height of the vehicle. (Lower for easy entry exit; raise for two different heights of off-road travel; something called the Aero mode which will lower the vehicle when going 60 mph or more in order to make a slippery aerodynamic silhouette)
My assumption is that I should disable the air suspension while I set up the Truck for height of the trunnion and proper balancing of the load between axles. I also think this should be done In what they call "normal height" mode. When it goes into the "aero mode" it will lower the vehicle by .6 inches. Is this a problem if I have set the camper to be level with the ball mount on the vehicle in normal height but then the vehicle drops .6 inches? I know we're getting close to rocket science here but these seem to me legitimate questions.. Thanks for your input
I have the R6 and I love it so easy to hook up and to maneuver backing up you disengage sway bar ball bearings. It may cost a little bit more than your average sway bar system but worth every dollar. 😁
Can another video be made showing adjustments?
For instance, install it intentionally outta whack, then show how to correct it. Head angle being off will affect the distribution, as well as change the balls height. Tipping back too far may reduce ball hight by a half inch, when all a guy wants to do is adjust the bar pressure.
How do you adjust the bar pressure?
Just what I needed! My RV dealer, Haylett RV, recommended your hitch for our Jayco 22RB! Which R6 model should I get with a GVWR of 6750 and an actual dry hitch weight of 800lbs?
Installed the ReCurve R3 600# system and just traveled 3400 miles with Dodge 1500 Hemi tow vehicle with great results! Great hitch! Did however have 5k lbs air bags installed on the dodge but never air them up over min 5 PSI with truck not attached. Attached to the 29 foot MAllard UltraLite (6900lbs) the air bags PSI reading went to 17psi. Truck was level and camper pulled AWESOME! Great product!
I have the R3 1000lb spring bars from my old trailer that had a tongue weight of 920lbs and it worked great! Now that I have a new trailer with a tongue weight of 12-1250lbs can I still use the R3-1000lb? I have it hooked up now and have towed 5-6 times with my new to me 2016 F350. It levels the trailer just fine but when I tow the truck bounces and it feels like the trailer pushes my 1 ton truck around giving me a horrible driving experience. Do you think that having only the 1000lb bars would cause this problem? Also is there a 1400lb spring bar and if so would you recommend the 1400 or would a 1200lb be sufficient? My tongue weight could go higher because my trailer gross weight can go up to 9999lbs. thanks
The round-headed bolt inside the hitch that I am to set with a punch came loose on my last trip. Also, the units that hold the ends of the bars on the trailer frame also came loose. Is there a secret to making sure everything stays tight? The main 4 bolts and the trailer frame bar holders were tightened down with a 3/4" Ingersol Rand impact and double-checked for tightness with a 2' long breaker bar.
Excellent walk thru video.
My R6 trunion was out of alignment while drive straight down the freeway. An RV mechanic said to increase the tilt of the ball by 3 turns on the adjusting dial. I was certain it was the parts where the bars clamp into because they were off the half inch. The RV mechanic said those are supposed to move?? Is that true?
What size allen wrench used to install size brackets?
Outstanding presentation and delivery. You made my life a lot easier with this video. You took a fairly complex procedure and made it look simple - many Thanks Sir.
Thanks for the feedback Jeff. We are pleased that the install video was helpful for you.
Hi, Excellent video. Questions ....
1. about the brackets.... What model comes with those shown in this video? because everywhere I shop it shows different brackets.
2. Is this what I need?
Camco Chem 48750 Wd Hitch Kit Recurve R3 400 Lb.
For my ROCKWOOD-GEO-PRO G19FBS TRAVEL TRAILER
20 Feet long
UVW:3075lb
CCC: 1013lb
Tongue: 413lb
Great video...what size are the 2 Bolts so I can purchase the proper wrench to adjust my ReCurve? Any body? Thanks...
How do you adjust it. I need to transfer 300lb from rear axle to the steering axle.
what do you do if the truck wheel height is lower than 1 inch, like 2 inches. also how do you adjust the brake feature in this.Thanks.
What tools needed to install? I can't find anything mentioning the size wrenches and sockets needed to tighten the bolts. I had mine installed at Camping World and have to change the shank because I didn't notice it was too small (2" in a 2 1/2" coupler) after I left and it's too far to drive. Yes. I am a rookie.
Will the r3 work on a 36’ trailer?
I bought this last March and the tether that holds my pin broke. How can I purchase a new tether?
The arms that attach to the trailer keep slipping. They are slipping after 50-100 miles of towing. The dealer has installed this hitch TWICE. Any suggestions? What is the correct foot pound for tightening?
We drove my brand-new to me Rockwood 25 09S, 2019 1/2 camper home 145 miles yesterday. No major difficulties but it had a recurve R3 weight distributing hitch included and I have had some problems with the hitch. I question whether it was set up properly and I also question whether the spring bars are too stiff. We almost bought this camper in the 2020 model and had a quotation for the R3 included but the sales representative - a very knowledgeable guy - quoted the 600 pound bars. I said the tongue weight might be as much as 700 and he responded that the ride would be much better with the 600 pound bars.
We were severely disappointed with the way the camper porpoised (think a flat stone skipping if porpoising doesn't give an image) and shook going over pavement seams and any kind of moderately rough condition. Very disconcerting and almost certainly indicating a setup problem. I have no problem with my brand-new 2020 ram truck so obviously something is wrong with this set up of the towed camper.
Three observations:
1. The 1000 lb bars seem too heavy - maybe they're part or all of the problem?
2. The retention pin on the passenger side bar can't go into the inboard holes and I just watched the Camco video where that's where the factory guy placed it. The pin strikes the outer surface of the bar pin so it can't go through. I'm suspecting the original owner just used the outboard hole (he put it in and I wasn't watching). Would that allow the bar to slop around when pitching and yawing? Why would the bar pin not go in far enough to allow the saddle clamp to be pinned with the outboard holes?
3. Original owner had a 2010 Ram 1500 so we didn't change the setup but the trailer was at least 3" high at the nose. I've reversed the trunion receiver and lowered the position but haven't had a chance to check and see if that made a difference.
Any good input or suggestions would be appreciated. Camco ru there? Knowledgeable owners also invited to comment.
I have been notified that this has been resolved with our customer service. Please let us know if you have any other issues.
@@camcoman6622 Can you please share the answer/information related to the whole for the locking tethered pin. Does the pin need to be in the most inner hole (the one close to the frame) or the outer hole? I initially use the outer hole but I noticed that the bars appears to be rubbing and scratching the bracket (the area where the bar stud sets). I appreciate any advice or information you can share.
What size allen key do I need for the hook up brackets to tighten to the trailer frame?
8 MM
Thats what they sent me and they worked
I just picked up this hitch but have yet to install it, I am waiting for a longer shank to get delivered. I also purchased the 2 inch ball to take the place of the larger one. What size wrench/socket will I need for the nut on the ball hitch? (I'm thinking it is 1-7/8) I want to make sure I get the right size wrench. Thank you!
You will need a 1 7/8”, keep in mind these need to be torqued to 450 ft. pounds.
@ Camco Scott
I have an R3 w/600 lb bars. If I wanted to upgrade to R6 are the bars the same..... ie will R3 bars work in R6 hitch?
Also what are the advantages of the R6 over the R3? Already called your customer service and the explanation was super confusing. I would like it in writing that I can read a few times so it sinks in better.
R6 provides adaptive sway control; it automatically applies/removes Sway Control gradually, as needed; as opposed to R3 which is either fully on/rigid, or fully off.
R6 automatically disengages after 10°, making it easier to turn and back up.
And similarly to R3, R6’s Sway Control can be turned off when it’s not desired, and/or in the event of hazardous road conditions (snow, ice, slippery, etc).
The bars are the same for corresponding weight classes. I hope this helps.
Can you swap the 2-5/16" Ball with a 2" Ball with this product?
Appreciate you!
When you measure the height of the trailer ball coupler, are you measuring from the bottom of the coupler or the top? Also, when you measure the ball height, are you measuring to the top of the ball.
The measurement will come from the top of the trailer coupler, then the ball mount needs to be 1” taller than the coupler when starting out.
I have Intech Sol Dawn 2700lbs dry TW 300lbs, Lexus GX460 5K Towing class 3 hitch and capacity with 500lbs TW. Will this WDH do, how much ball hitch angles should tilt. Or this just over kill for my need?
Can I add something with this to help sway
Why does mine scream when I'm turning. It's horrible. Everyone stares in the campground. I need a video for adjustments and maintenance.
The video says "turn the thumbscrew out 5 1/2 turns as a good starting point" and "measure the fender height again to make sure it's within and inch of the first measure." It doesn't say what to do if it isn't. How do we adjust the tension of the lift bars? Back off the 260 lbs on the two bolts, loosen the set screw and turn the thumbscrew?
Gerald, You will need to loosen the (2) main bolts and back the thumb screw a turn and a half more. This will change the angel which will allow more tension to the bars. Please feel free to call our customer service if you would like to speak to someone. 800-334-2004.
I just installed our this weekend and man am I having a hard time getting it to set up correctly and I am not sure what I am doing wrong!! I followed this video to the tee and the instructions that came with it. 2 things I am having trouble with. First, the passenger side mounting bracket seems to be shifting no matter how tight I get them as soon as I back up and take off causing the trunnion to become uneven... I am on perfectly level ground and my tow vehicle was aligned with the travel when setting this up. I almost am having issues getting the tow vehicle to be within that 1 inch of its original measurement. At this point, I do not feel safe traveling down the road with this setup. Any advice? Otherwise, it has to go back for sure!
I understand that you have been in contact with a customer service representative. Let us know if you have any other questions.
Which model Milwaukee impact wrench are you using?
On the hangers. There is an insert which can be flipped 180. Your video shows increased contact surface facing up. In the drawing it seems to indicate that flat surface facing up, except when the hanger is rotated for bottom mount hitch, the drawing indicates the flat surface downward. So the question is, the part was designed and built with that increased surface area however no mention is made as too which way that surface is supposed to face. I've sen other videos where they have the extra surface pointed down and not in contact with the spring bar.............. I'd say the flat goes to meet the spring bar but that is just my best guess......
I'm not sure if this addresses your comment. There are 4 holes in one end of the shim (aka "insert") and only 1 hole on the other end of the shim. These "4 holes end" needw to line up with the "4 holes" on both the bracket. Ditto with the "strap" that retains the bracket from the inside of the trailer A-frame. If all of the bolt holes don't line up you are limited with where you can insert the bottom flat-head screw/bolt. This can cause the bracket and strap to "bow". If this happens, parts of the bracket and strap will not make contact on the trailer A-frame and the whole thing can rotate when under pressure. BTW, the shim is placed between the bracket and the A-frame to make sure that only the shim contacts the trailer frame. The shim creates a small gap on either side of the itself which is necessary so the rest of the bracket doesn't touch the frame (which can cause bowing and possible slippage).
How do i adjust the angle of the Spring Bars so that they are higher (closer to the Hook up hanger)?
I have the same problem. I’m going to try making the thumbscrew shorter which should decrease the angle that the bars are aiming down.
Why does no one show how to do the adjustment of these when you do the initial installation?
I need to reposition my hitch because i have a different tow rig. Can I reuse the same bolts and washers a second time?
Hi, getting ready to install the R6, and I was kind of surprised no torque specs are given for the hook up bracket hardware in the video or in the printed instructions? Just good-n-tight is good enough?
45 foot pounds.
@@CamcoManufacturing Thank you!
Should the recurve r6 prevent proposing? We have no sway however when we go over small/uneven road we experience a lot of proposing (jerking). It’s a new trailer, new recurve r6 and a 2016 f250 truck.
Please contact us 800.334.2004, Customer Service, Thank you.
Perhaps your recurve hitch had two large a spring bar as mine did will be identical problem. Hopefully this person's problem has been solved but Camco absolutely specified for my size trailer I should have no more than 600 pound bars and I had 1000.
I had to upgrade my truck from a 1/2 ton to a 1 ton just due to payload issues. The receiver on the 1 ton is 2.5”. The Rcurve r3 was set up for the 1/2 ton that had a 2” receiver. Is it ok to use the 2.5” to 2” adapter insert sleeve with my setup to accommodate the new truck receiver?
Yes, you can use the adapter sleeve! Camco does offer a shank that has an extended drop and 2 1/2" shank to accommodate the height difference & receiver size. That item is #48652.
What if it’s not within an inch , then what?
Came here looking for this same answer.. doesn’t look like anyone responds
Thanks for the question, Randy & Chris. I apologize for the delayed response. The acceptable amount of squat is 1”-1¾”. If you're experiencing more than that, perhaps the angle needs adjusting, or you don't have the correct size bars for your trailer. Please give our customer service folks a call at 800.334.2004. They will be able to walk you through what you need to do for your specific equipment. --Scott
Just for shits and giggles, ya might wanna check the front fender hight as well. Ass end goes down, front will come up.... I'm shocked that he never mentions that. It should NOT be higher than the unloaded measurement. (1/4" either way or so is ok, but any higher will cause understeer).
As with every one of these hitches, you may need to play around with head tilt to get a good bar pressure. Tilting back increases bar pressure, tipping forward reduces it. Tipping will also change the ball height, so here we go setting it up, AGAIN.... Using a cat scale with the truck alone, vs after you setup with the trailer, will tell you volumes on where the weight is at.
Can you please make a video on how to grease the weight distribution hitch. Thanks.
The ReCurves use standard Zerk grease fittings.
no idea what that means. video would be helpful. @@CamcoManufacturing
New to installing this hitch. Was installed at dealer and when I watch this video, the coupler height is about 19.5" and the ball height is about 25 3/8". When I measure the rear fender height with hitch engaged, it drops about 2 1/8". This is how it was installed at the RV dealer that I purchased it from. Does this sound correct? Have the R6 1200lbs kit.
Please contact Camco Manufacturing at 1-800-334-2004 to speak with our product tech support!
What if I have more than one inch of drop? What adjustments do I make? The video should explain this and any other adjustments.
Thanks for the question, brentoned. The acceptable amount of squat is 1”-1¾”. If you're experiencing more than that, perhaps the angle needs adjusting, or you don't have the correct size bars for your trailer. Please give our customer service folks a call at 800.334.2004. --Scott
Is it okay to modify the spring bar stud one inch shorter from the original hole? The hook up bracket slot will not tighten the mounting bolt to the A frame due to hitting the battery frame. Appreciate your reply. Thanks
No, you cannot modify the spring bar due to liability. Thank you.
Possibly a stupid answer but were you aware that the Hook up brackets can be reversed to change the distance from the trailer ball?
I installed my hitch yesterday on my ram 2500 and the closest I can get the top of the ball mount and the hitch height is 2.5” is there anything I can do?
New, lower shank. Probably get one for $50 on eBay or Facebook Marketplace.
What size sockets I need for the two big nuts and bolts?
1 1/8”
After my Ram & Micro Lite are hooked up with the R3, the RV trailer is level
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Hi! Please contact us at info@camco.net for more help!
You vaguely mention the torque setting for the ball mount but never state the torque value for the flat-head screws on the brackets. edit: 45 ft-lbs is listed in one of the comments below. This information should be in the description, as made evident about questions regarding how much to torque the bolts. BTW, using an impact wrench to set torque is bullsh*t. A 1/2" drive torque wrench capable of 300 ft-lbs costs far less than the Milwaukee gun discussed in the comments below. So in addition to poor information CAMCO has provided mis-information in this video & the comments that they've answered.
Last question,
Your website shows that the R3 may have been shipped without grease and there is worry that it may have developed slight rust in shipping. Camping World cannot tell me when their's was delivered (the one that I have). How can I tell, without the box (since Camping World already discarded that) what day in April it was shipped?
I already ensured that there is grease in the trunnion, but have no way of knowing if rust already developed on the inside during shipping.
Thanks,
Mike Long
If the ball mount has grease and the trunnion spins freely there is no concern of premature rusting.
@@CamcoManufacturing Cool, I can ignore the warning on your distributor's page. Now can you answer for me my other question? Thanks
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We just bought an Ibex 19qbs with a weight of about 3700 lbs. We are planning to tow it with a 2017 Honda Pilot with a towing capacity of 5,000 lbs. Should we get the R-3 or the R-6?
@@tyler530chico Thanks - that’s what we did!
My R3 was installed at the Camper Dealership when I purchased a new Travel Trailer. My question is are the brackets that mount to the trailer frame supposed to be at an angle. It seems all the videos I can find show these brackets straight up and down. My are tilted a little bit . Thanks
It is normal for the brackets to tilt slightly after use --Scott
@@CamcoManufacturing However, if the brackets angle too much they bind on the bolt and make it very difficult to remove your bars. I added a 16th to an 8th inch steel plate washer on the bottom of my trailer beam between the bolt. This prevents the bracket from angling too much. I have had no problems since.
To increase sway control, you state to tighten the activation bolt more. Are you talking about the large thumb screw? Tighten = clockwise?
Our second trip yesterday and had a little sway (?) but were in AZ with very high winds on IH40.
I believe the squeak controls adjusted by the silver Allen head screw on the rear side of the hitch. That tightens the collar which produces more friction to help with sway. The large thumb screw is only for adjusting the angle of the bars.
Can you do a video on how to adjust the sway control on the R3?
Thanks for your question, Derek.
For the R3, adjusting the sway control is easy; It's basically like applying brakes to the sway. The more you tighten the activation bolt the more sway resistance is achieved, and conversely with loosening. How much sway resistance is needed is a matter of personal preference and will vary depending on what's being towed and the road/weather conditions. Does that help any?
-Scott
Camco Manufacturing scott- what if i follow the recommended set up and i have more than one inch of sag? What adjustments are needed to mitigate the sag ?
Adjust the pitch angle of the ball using the adjusting wheel identified in your instruction manual to raise or lower the weight distribution arms.
great simple install. It would be great if you created a video that tells us how to adjust if things are not within the 1 inch. I bought one with my used RV and had to get 9 turns to get the result you mention. does that seem extreme? It's a 30' coachman behind a 2011 F150
Yes- we need more details on adjustment.
Thanks for the question Don (and Alfred). The adjustment really depends on the tow vehicle. Not all adjustments will be exact. For help on your specific set up, please contact our Tech Support at 800.334.2004
just ordered this and need to know what the lowest setting is. My truck has a 4" lift. will the shank put the ball low enough? Do you sell a drop shank?
Thanks
Yes! Please visit eaz-lift.com, under accessories for additional drop shanks available.www.eaz-lift.com/
Do you have a part # for a longer shank?
If you are in need of the 2” shank, #48650, that has a 5 ¾” drop, if you are in need of the 2 ½” shank #48652, will be the 5 ¾” shank in that version. Thank you.
R6 Recurve Installation Question:
Where the sway bars lock in. Is there a specific foot pounds of torque to secure them to the trailer frame.
Thanks for the question Edwin. For hitch inquiries such as this, please contact our Tech Support at 800.334.2004
@@CamcoManufacturing thank you I’m doing it now
If the truck drops to much, how do you increase pressure to stop some of the sag in the rear end. I already have the ball an inch above the coupler, but I am dropping more than an inch on the fender. how do I increase the amount on the bars to stop the sag.
Im looking for an answer to this question as well RV dealer just installed hitch told me it was all set my truck sags 3" when connected to trailer with bars on thanks.
You will need to tilt the head. Turn the thumb screw in and mark it. Then unscrew the thumb screw out 5 1/2 turns. This will set the tilt on the head, putting pressure on the bars.
Im having the same problem too...have anyone tryed to maybe raise the brackets on the trailer...where the arms go..will that help take the some sag....?
I have at 4500lbs trailer with a 600lb hitch weight dry. Max payload it would be 6600lbs total and 858lbs hitch. Should I have 600 or 800lb bars ?
Our bars are rated +/- 200lbs of their advertised weight. A 800lb bar would be appropriate for your application!
I have an r3 installed by the dealer. Lately it's been squeaking really loud practically all the time, even tiny turns like changing lanes on the freeway. Will putting some grease into the grease fitting stop this noise?
If you haven’t applied grease then yes, that should stop the noise. Thank you.
It was installed by the RV dealer and had grease originally. I’ve used it for about a year so far for about 8 or 10 trips. I’ll try adding some more and see what happens.
@@Soundsoftheworld384 any update?
50Calx2 I greased the fitting but that didn’t help
It doesn't help mine. Need a video on where and how to apply @@CamcoManufacturing
What is the purpose of the hanger straps? They're paper thin and mine rusted out almost immediately.
I believe that the shims between the frame and the hanger bracket are to place all of the pressure on the center of the bracket and not along the "ears" on either side of the shim. The shim forces the center of the bracket to be tightened "flat" against the trailer A-frame. Otherwise the bracket (and possibly the strap on the opposite side of the trailer frame) might "bow" and cause a gap between the bracket and the trailer A-frame. The bracket can then rotate against the a-frame when under pressure (due to lack of surface area contacting the A-frame). If it rotates far enough things can get bent. I myself installed the shim upside down and the hangar bracket rotated soon after we pulled out of the driveway )-; I learned to pay closer attention to the pictures on the DOWNLOADED version of the installation manual (where I could zoom in).
I did what I saw. But when I put the trailer down. It was almost 2 inches different from my fender. I noticed I still had problems driving. Need some halp
Thanks for the comment, AARON LOWMAN. The acceptable amount of squat is 1”-1¾”. If you're experiencing more than that, perhaps the angle needs adjusting, or you don't have the correct size bars for your trailer. Please give our customer service folks a call at 800.334.2004. --Scott
@@CamcoManufacturing they make different sized bars?
I have the R3 1200 on a Ram 1500. Towing a 28' 5500 lbs (750 lbs tongue weight) travel trailer. I've maxed out the thumb screw but still have about 2-1/2 inch squat. Any suggestions?
Hey Steve. The Ram 1500 has a great ride and is great for towing. This is due to the coil spring or air ride suspension in the truck. The truck has a steep rake from front to rear and 2 1/2 inches of drop for this truck may not be achievable in relation to how much front lift you get. The most crucial thing to pay attention to when setting up the hitch is the measurements of the RV front coupler to the ground and the top of the ball mount to the ground. We have a great RUclips video on setting up the Recurve hitch: "Camco Recurve Hitch Installation." I also recommend contacting our tech support line to assist you with setting up the hitch.
I couldn't get the squat adjusted on my ram 1500 either. I took it to a repair shop and he said he had to swap out the stinger in order to get it set within the range on the recurve manual.
I ordered 1000lb because my hitch weight is right at 1000lbs,but the ride is terribly harsh with my Ram 1500. I need to order 800 lb bars,but keep striking out trying to find a place to order. Help!
my hitch is the camco e3 recurve
What size sockets do you need to adjust the height??
Hey D, the socket size is 1 1/8".
How do the bars slide when making a turn?
Good question!
The bars don't slide. The mono-trunion (that the bars hook into) pivots with the trailer--check it out here in this video: ruclips.net/video/IrIqxT1q2FA/видео.html
Thanks again! -Scott
If I feel the hitch ball angle needs to raise up do i have to loosen up everything or just adjust the thumb screw?
You have to loosen everything. the thumb can't be adjusted until you loosen the square head bolt at the bottom. after loosening all these things you can adjust the thumb screw. then tighten the square headed bolt opposite the thumb screw then tighten the other clamping bolts to the recommended torque
I had this set up for a Ford Sport Trac but now have to reset for a F150. Here's the question:
You note to set it to 260 Foot Pounds. I see you're using a Milwaukee Impact driver. I am rather new to all of this but all the impact drivers I am finding are 210, 300, 1400 (especially in the Milwaukee series). I see nothing special about your setup for your impact driver (I'm not seeing any Torque Limiting bars nor am I seeing variable speed on your cordless setup).
So, if I buy an impact drill that is 300 ft/lbs am I safe? Will 300 Ft/Lbs be excessive? What if I bought the 1400 ft/lb Milwaukee (or any other brand) cordless impact drill? Will that hurt?
Thanks for your answers up front.
Mike Long
Yes, you can use a 300 ft. pound impact driver. Thank you.
Cool, so the additional 60 ponds of force will not be a big issue is what I am taking from this conversation.
@@CamcoManufacturing this video inspired me to purchase an impact wrench drill with max torque of 300 ft/lb. But, it does not have variable speeds and does not have a limiter. How will I know when to stop the wrench so that I don’t over torque? This may be a silly question, but given that it’s rated for 300 ft/lbs max, will the drill just stop turning at a certain point?
If the trailer in Tow is Max 6900 lbs GVW and given 10% of that is 690 lbs. Would the R3 600# bars be legit or should I go with the 1000# bars? And if the weights change in the trailer or truck are they adjustable for weight distribution equalization?
You should be using the 600 lbs rated spring bars. We under rate the bars by 200 pounds.
@@CamcoManufacturing Finally this makes sense. It was confusing that my dry weight plus perhaps 1000 pounds of cargo was 6100 pounds and tongue weight possibly 700 or may be a little more And yet I was told by a dealer and by Camco that 600 pound bars were the number. I can attest that if you go heavy as in my nine-month-old camper was set up with 1000 pound bars which according to this would be worth 1200 pounds, you will be severely disappointed in the way it Tows. As your camper goes over pavement seems or bumps the very stiff connection between the camper and the tow vehicle causes the tow vehicle to whip because of the lack of flexibility. Or so I hope - I contacted the installing RV dealer and told them how the r3 was set up incorrectly and they are sending me 600 pound bars which I will test if they don't make A difference I will update this.
I really wish you'd NOT under rate them. It's giving folks problems, as seen in the comments....
Does this hitch work with lifted trucks also?
I just bought a toy hauler this weekend and I own a lifted truck. They installed the Recurve R6 and it seems like my truck is very low on the back it sure if that’s what it was suppose to do or maybe the place installed it wrong! By the way my truck is a 2105 Cummins with 5” lift. Let me know I have pictures I can send if you guys need me to
What is the right angle for the hitch?
Thanks for the question, Andres. The starting point is 7°.
That would be the setting that you create when you backed out the thumb screw, then used the bottom bolt to wedge the thumb screw up against the shank. --Scott
Is the R3 tightened to 260 ft lb. like the R6?
Yes, for the 2 big bolts on the shank.
what do you do if truck drops 2" below original height?
Thanks for the comment, Jason Tindal. The acceptable amount of squat is 1”-1¾”. If you're experiencing more than that, perhaps the angle needs adjusting, or you don't have the correct size bars for your trailer. Please give our customer service folks a call at 800.334.2004. --Scott
@@CamcoManufacturing Please answer in writing so we all can know how to adjust. Or make a video on adjustment
My trunnion never seems to stay in place. How do I get it to re-align?
Dominique ___ mine was off while drive the freeway.
eric pyka is that good or bad?
It was swaying pretty bad... a RV repair guy said to turn the inner nob so the hitch-ball tilts more towards the travel trailer. Then I went and took the trunion to the oil change place and had them add grease to the fitting. I haven’t taken the trailer out since
Is there a recommended grease for the hitch and sway when it gets noisy?
There is a grease fitting by the ball, that is the only place that needs grease applied. Thank you.
@@CamcoManufacturing Sorry, but that doesn't answer the question very well for two reasons. 1. What type of grease is being used at the factory? The instructions only say "wheel bearing grease", but not all greases are compatible. Incompatible greases (ie: Synthetic and non-synthetic) can have detrimental effects. 2. The video says this applies for the R3 AND the R6, the R6 instructions state that the engagement balls on hitch also require lubrication prior to each use, not just the grease fitting by the ball.
Have you found any help for your questions? I'd like to know the answers too @@unknownriderinbound
@@user-qx6yk8lh2x Sorry, but they never responded.
I left a voice mail. Maybe they will call back.@@unknownriderinbound
Exactly how much does the hitch all hub and shank weigh when assembled?
There needs to be better INSTALLATION videos for the R3. The Camco goes through it to quickly and should be re-done IMO
Skipped so much important information. Why did it show you tighten the hook up brackets not aligned with the frame at an angle?
Can i replace 600 bars with 800 bars?
This is my quesiton too only I want to upgrade to 1000 bars. Did you ever hear back from Camco?
What size of socket is needed to do the 260 ft pounds?
I’m with you here. I just bought the R3, but basically every torque wrench goes JO further than 250 lbs. I’m lost.
@@ThaximusPrime They state further up you can use 300Ft/lbs which is common with many impact drivers if that helps
. The straps on the trailer at 45ft/lbs
1/2" drive, 1 1/8" socket, let us know if you have any more questions!
What is the difference between r3 and r6?
The R3's offers constant but adjustable sway control, depending on how much you tighten the bolt. The R6's sway control is Adaptive--meaning, it reacts in real-time to how much sway is necessary.
Check out this link which explains it a little bit better with some visuals: ruclips.net/video/IrIqxT1q2FA/видео.html
Thanks for the comment! -Scott
If it’s not within one inch then what do you do?
Hi! Please contact us at info@camco.net for more information & help!
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How do you determine what size bar you need? 600, 800, 1000????
Tongue weight of whatever your towing
jaydsar, which size you will need is determined by 10% of the MVGWR. Overkill is not good. If you have any questions please contact our customer service at 800.334.2004. Thanks! --Scott
Camco- How can I order another hook up tool for my R3?
You can purchase this from Amazon. Thank you.
And that’s all there is to it lol
Where is the sway control
Thanks for your question Dawn. The sway control is built into the ball mount.
Don't under stand why you need angle adjustment
The angle adjustment is so that the bars are in the correct position for preloading. --Scott
@@CamcoManufacturing what is the right angle?
Tipping the head back, changes the initial angle of the bars. The ball can be on an angle, that's just fine. But if you need more bar pressure to get the rear fender to the suggested drop (he says 1-1 3/4") then the bars angle (head tilt) needs adjusted. If you measure, then change, then measure again, you'll see what it does.
I do not want to see how to install the hitch, only a video showing how to hook up the tow vehicle to the trailer that already has this camping world eaz-lift recurve installed. And told slowly, step by step.
Your website sucks, which hitch is good for a max 7500# tt?
gregory9470, I'm sorry to hear that you think our website sucks, but I passed your question onto our customer service anyway. They recommend the 600lb kits #48751(R3) or 48731(R6). Hope this helps! --Scott
A 600lb kit for a 750lb+ tongue weight? (10-15% of trailer weight)
That don't seem right at all....
Why on earth is there 10 washers and various parts to tighten down and lose. You couldn’t make some custom hardware for the hitch? Literally looks like relying on a meccano set for all the adjustment points. Makes it look cheap build quality
Hi, I have a R3 and I lost my lift handle tool. Do you sell it by it self?
@Julio Balderas, Yes, we sure do. Check out here: www.amazon.com/dp/B07H9F3C9V/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_uQk.EbFV461P8 or enter "Camco 48742" in your preferred search engine. Thanks! --Scott
Just like every other weight distribution hitch..
This video is terrible! Make a new one with an actual detailed explanation on how to adjust the bars. One should not have to scour the web in search of detailed instructions on how to set this up. I figured it out but my god, seriously.