Shank With 5 Inch Drop Compatible With Reese Steadi-Flex RP66558
Question:
I need about a 5 inch drop, It appears that the kit shank only permits a bit more than a 2 inch drop. Is there another compatible shank that I can purchase with the required drop? Also, can you confirm that this hitch can be used on a top mounted coupler on 2x6 frame?
asked by: Christian D
Expert Reply:
There are shanks with the drop you need that are compatible with the Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution System with Sway Control # RP66558.
Weight distribution shanks are interchangeable so what you can use is the Curt Weight Distribution Shank # C17121.
This shank has a maximum of 7 inches of drop with a trunnion bar system like the Steadi-Flex so it's exactly what you need. Additionally, the Steadi-Flex is compatible with your 2 x 6 frame and top-mounted coupler, so the only other thing you will need is a hitch ball, with the size of it depending on your trailer coupler. You will need either the 2-5/16" Hitch Ball # C40005 or 2" Hitch Ball # 63845.
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2" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1 Inch Diameter Shank
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Tow Ready
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Curt Weight Distribution Shank - 12" Long - 7-1/2" or 7" Drop - 1,500 lbs TW
- Accessories and Parts
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Shanks
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Round - 7 Inch Drop
- Trunnion - 7 Inch Drop
- Round - 11 Inch Rise
- Trunnion - 10 Inch Rise
- CURT
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Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion - 6K GTW, 600 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
- Reese
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2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2-5/16 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1 Inch Diameter Shank
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- CURT
more information >
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