Can Weight Distribution Shank be Used Like a Regular Ball Mount
Question:
I have a shank for a weight distribution hitch, I no longer own the trailer or distribution hitch and want to try and reuse the shank. Do you guys carry a boot on ball or something to mount to it to use it as a standard hitch?
asked by: Jason M
Helpful Expert Reply:
While there are plenty of adjustable ball mounts that have a similar style to a weight distribution (WD) shank, like the Pro Series # RP63971, there are no pieces that can be combined with a weight distribution shank to make it like a typical ball. The only way to accomplish this is to purchase a WD head unit and use it like a ball mount but that is still fairly costly and will be much heavier too.
I've attached a link to our selection of adjustable ball mounts for you to filter through since there are a wide variety of applications. I personally like the B&W Tow & Stow 3-ball mounts like part # BWTS10048B simply because they are easy to use, include any hitch ball size you'd need, and they store neatly out of the way. I've attached a review video for you to check out.
Products Referenced in This Question
B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount - 2" Hitch - 5" Drop, 5-1/2" Rise - 10K - Black
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Adjustable Ball Mount
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- 2 Inch Ball
- 2-5/16 Inch Ball
- Three Balls
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Matte Black
- Drop - 5 Inch
- Rise - 5 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- B and W
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Pro Series Weight Distribution Shank - 14" Long - 4-3/4" or 6-1/2" Drop - 1.5K TW
- Accessories and Parts
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Shanks
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Round - 6 Inch Drop
- Trunnion - 4 Inch Drop
- Pro Series
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