Choosing Between A Fastway Weight Distribution System With Round Bars Or Trunnion Bars
Question:
thank you for the information. The only follow-up question I have is, I want to keep the 4 1/2 inch drop to keep my trailer level. As you aware, the shank that comes with the system does not have this amount of drop, I will have to purchase a separate shank. Which shank would provide me with 4 1/2 drop with the trunnion bar system?
asked by: Andy
Expert Reply:
One of the major differences between a round bar system and a Trunnion bar system is if ground clearance is an issue, you may be better off choosing a Trunnion-bar system simply because these bars slide into the weight distribution head instead of inserting into it from the bottom, thus maintaining a more streamline system.The round-style spring bars slide up into the head and are held in place with clips.
The round bar on # FA94-00-0600 extends about 2-1/2 inches below the weight distribution head, while the trunnion bar # FA92-00-0600 does not extend below the weight distribution head at all, as you can see in the side-by-side photo I edited for you.
This is why we recommend folks that have vehicles with low ground clearance like minivans and compact trucks go with a trunnion bar system # FA92-00-0600.
The shank length on # FA94-00-0600 is 12". The maximum rise is 6-3/8" from top of the hitch receiver opening. The maximum drop is 1-5/8" from the top of hitch receiver opening.
The shank length on # FA92-00-0600 is 12". The maximum rise is 6" and maximum drop is 1".
If you don't have a hitch ball, 2" Hitch Ball for Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution Systems # EQ91-00-6080 is recommended.
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Curt Weight Distribution Shank - 10" Long - 5-3/4" or 6-1/8" Drop - 1,500 lbs TW
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- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Shanks
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Round - 6 Inch Drop
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- Trunnion - 9 Inch Rise
- CURT
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2" Hitch Ball for Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution Systems - 8,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/4 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 8000 lbs GTW
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- Equal-i-zer
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Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control - Trunnion - 6,000 lbs GTW, 600 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 400 lbs
- 500 lbs
- Fastway
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Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control - Round - 6,000 lbs GTW, 600 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 500 lbs
- Fastway
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Andrew
5/8/2018
The only follow-up question I have is, I want to keep the 4 1/2 inch drop to keep my trailer level. As you aware, the shank that comes with the system does not have this amount of drop, I will have to purchase a separate shank. Which shank would provide me with 4 1/2 drop with the trunnion bar system?