How to Determine Correct Equal-I-zer Weight Distribution System Based on Trailer Tongue Weight
Question:
I upgraded to a F-250 with the 2.5inch hitch. I currently have the WD set-up with the chains...I am looking to replace it with the equalizer 1200/12000. Which part numbers do I need for the shank and WD system?
asked by: Clint
Expert Reply:
The linked page will display all weight distribution/sway control (WD/SC) systems for 2-1/2-inch hitches. None of these 2-1/2-inch systems comes from Equal-I-zer but we do have 2-1/2-inch shanks that can be purchased separately. Part # EQ90-02-4800 works for tongue weight (TW) up to 1600-lbs and provides up to 4-inches of drop or 8-inches of rise. Part # EQ90-02-4900 also is rated for up to 1600-lbs but allows height adjustment from 6-inches of drop to 10-inches of rise.
The key to choosing the right WD/SC system is knowing your fully-loaded trailer's actual measured tongue weight (we offer a handy scale # e99044). To this trailer TW you will add the weight of any normal cargo in the truck that sits behind the rear axle, say a loaded cooler or generator as examples, since this cargo weight will act just like trailer TW. Other methods for measuring are outlined in the linked article.
Once you know you total TW figure you can select a system. All such systems work over a TW range and you want to choose one that allows your total TW to fall near the middle of its operating range. For instance, if you total TW is 1200-lbs then the system # EQ37141ET would be a good choice since it works over a TW range of 1000- to 1400-lbs. If your TW is 800-lbs then the right choice is system # EQ37101ET.
Products Referenced in This Question
etrailer Tongue Weight Scale for Campers and Utility Trailers - 2,000-lb Capacity
- Tongue Weight Scale
- Analog Scale
- 2000 lbs
- etrailer
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Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution w/ 4-Point Sway Control - No Shank - 10,000 lbs GTW, 1,000 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Shank Not Included
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 800 lbs
- 900 lbs
- Equal-i-zer
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Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution w/ 4-Point Sway Control - No Shank - 14,000 lbs GTW, 1,400 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Shank Not Included
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 1200 lbs
- 1300 lbs
- Equal-i-zer
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Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank - 2-1/2" Hitch - 10" Rise/6" Drop
- Accessories and Parts
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Shanks
- 1200 lbs TW
- 12000 lbs GTW
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- Equal-i-zer
- Square - 6 Inch Drop
- Square - 10 Inch Rise
- Equal-i-zer
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Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank - 2-1/2" Hitch - 8" Rise, 4" Drop
- Accessories and Parts
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Shanks
- 1600 lbs TW
- 16000 lbs GTW
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- Equal-i-zer
- Square - 4 Inch Drop
- Square - 8 Inch Rise
- Equal-i-zer
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