I’m setting up my weight distribution hitch, which has been a learning process. I am assuming that my set up is no Bueno because The clamps are not aligned, so the chain pulls straight down.
In a video, I watched they said that you needed special clamps for this kind of thing. Why is that? Will it damage the propane tank holding area as the forces pull it down but somewhat forward?
I cut the plastic cover, about a 4”x3” rectangle so that the clamps could slide forward and still work. Function over looks!
I had the same delima when I set up my wd hitch.
I removed the propane bottle rack, welded a couple bits of 2×2” tube to support it with a gap for the wd bracket and… my wife was like “WTF ARE YOU WELDING ON OUT BRAND NEW CAMPER FOR” the day after we bought it but all was well…
You can also move the tanks forward. The shelf that they are placed on is only held down by self tapping screws. You can move it forward. The manufacturer only eyes the propane tank mount, they don’t measure it for placement. I have relocated them several times for a better WDH setup
The tray your propane bottles sit in is held in by a few self tapping screws. You have at least 4 inches you can move the tray forward tword the tongue jack. Remove the screws, slide the tray forward, re secure, done.
Ran mine like that for five years. No issues after some adjustments on the first few trips
Raise the tanks 2-3 inches. The chains have to be able to swing for and aft as you turn, they are already stretched rearward and will risk damaging the frame or hitch when turning.
I wouldn’t do that.
Cut the plastic and move it forward, so the chains aren’t angled.
