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Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank - 2-1/2" Hitch - 8" Rise, 4" Drop

Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank - 2-1/2" Hitch - 8" Rise, 4" Drop

Item # EQ90-02-4800
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Shank offers up to an 8" rise and a 4" drop for your Equal-i-zer weight distribution system. Measures 12" long and fits 2-1/2" x 2-1/2" trailer hitches. 1-800-940-8924 to order Equal-i-zer accessories and parts part number EQ90-02-4800 or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all Equal-i-zer products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank - 2-1/2" Hitch - 8" Rise, 4" Drop. Accessories and Parts reviews from real customers.
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Equal-i-zer Accessories and Parts - EQ90-02-4800

  • Weight Distribution Hitch
  • Shanks
  • Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
  • Square - 4 Inch Drop
  • Equal-i-zer
  • 1600 lbs TW
  • Square - 8 Inch Rise
  • 16000 lbs GTW
  • Equal-i-zer

Shank offers up to an 8" rise and a 4" drop for your Equal-i-zer weight distribution system. Measures 12" long and fits 2-1/2" x 2-1/2" trailer hitches.


Features:

  • Shank slides into your hitch receiver and provides the attachment point for your weight distribution system's head assembly
    • Designed for use with Equal-i-zer weight distribution systems
  • 6 Adjustment holes for attaching the head assembly
    • Lets you level your trailer with your tow vehicle
  • Drop or rise positions available to fit your application
  • Dipped steel resists corrosion
  • Made in the USA


Specs:

  • Fits: 2-1/2" x 2-1/2" trailer hitch receivers
  • Maximum tongue weight: 1,600 lbs
  • Maximum gross towing weight: 16,000 lbs
  • Shank length:
    • 8" From center of hitch pin hole to center of adjustment holes
    • 9" From center of hitch pin hole to front of shank
    • 7" From center of hitch pin hole to back of shank
    • 12" Overall
  • Total height adjustment along shank: 7-1/2"
    • Maximum rise: 8"
    • Maximum drop: 4"
    • Overall height: 9-1/2"
    • Holes are spaced 1-1/4" apart on center


Dimensions


90-02-4800 Equalizer Heavy-Duty Weight-Distribution Shank - 12" Long





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Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank - 2-1/2" Hitch - 8" Rise, 4" Drop - EQ90-02-4800

Average Customer Rating:  4.9 out of 5 stars   (94 Customer Reviews)

Shank offers up to an 8" rise and a 4" drop for your Equal-i-zer weight distribution system. Measures 12" long and fits 2-1/2" x 2-1/2" trailer hitches.

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My new weight distribution shank fits perfectly. The shank I ordered was out of stock. The amazing people in customer service found an alternative option for me. It came today with a few days to spare.
Thank you so much you saved the day.
I've attached a pic of the old with a sleeve witch we used last year and snapped two pins and almost lost our trailer. The new shank fits lik a glove. I don't think we'll be snapping any pins this year. I've attached a pic of the new shank all assembled.



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The service was good. The welding was not like the item shown in the pictures on their website. Well, the welding is probably adequate in strength. It is sub par in my opinion.



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Ordered it and within 2 days it was here. My trailer hirch was for a class IV, the new truck has a Class V. I was able to swith out the shank very easily.



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Well made, solid product. Excellent fit and finish. Made in the USA. Arrived early and well packaged.



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Went from a F150 to F250 and needed the 2.5" shank. This fit perfectly for my eazlift WD hitch. Don't wait! I waited to long and elongated the holes in my receiver from all the play of the 2" shank with the spacer. Buy this now you won't be disappointed!



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The drop hitch is solid and heavy. Perfect for my class V receiver.



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The shank arrived with some paint damage. No other issues.



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It’s a hitch shank - a big hunk of steel. Product was successfully delivered within a couple of days. The packaging was damaged, but it’s hard to wreck that big hunk of steel so no problem. Haven’t installed it on my WDH yet, but see no reason why it won’t do exactly what it is supposed to do.



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This receiver is very good quality it should do what I want for my 3/4 ton truck to hook to our camper. The 2 1/2 receiver is what you need to be safe in hauling large loads. When I ordered this product from e-trailer they had it and ordering was great and it was delivered in a very timely matter.



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excellant customer service
package came
damaged and the product was missing made one call to E-Trailer was helped by Lori explained the problem I had she expedited a replacement order which was shipped the same day we talked. Very professional



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I ordered this 2-1/2 inch equalizer shank because I had to use a reducer sleeve on my 2015 Ram 3500 with my 2 inch equalizer shank. I was worried that the Eazlift head I had wouldn't fit but research on the etrailer web site said it would. It fit beautifully! Now I have less slop in my receiver and I don't have to mess with a stupid reducer. Definitely worth the money!

Rick

6/27/2021

I have towed my 34 Airstream to New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado, Nebraska and Iowa from South Dakota. I havent had any problems and I dont feel anywhere near the slop as I felt with the reducer and the 2 shank. It has definitely been worth the money, if you are using the reducer buy this, you wont be dissatisfied.



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Heavy duty. Best price. Fits good.

Mike

7/7/2023

Shank is working out well. It illuminates using an adapter, which illuminates a lot of movement in that area and noises.



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Great product, easy to swap out, and additional follow up information sent via email was great!



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Very good customer service and follow up



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Product arrived as described and super fast. Always a pleasure doing business with etrailer



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I initially had a 2” shank and had to use an adapter sleeve to fit the 2-1/2” receiver. I was always fussing with the adapter and a sloppy and noisy fit. I upgraded to the 2-1/2” shank and that solved the problem. It’s a perfect fit, it’s quieter, and all the hardware from my previous weight distributing hitch transferred without any issues. I’m very happy with the product.



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Ordering this hitch shank was simple with multiple options for shipment. I received the order on the day etrailer gave me. The product was in good shape with no scratches. I installed it with easy and tested it. Works as advertised and this could fit and level my trailer beautifully. I read I should have ordered the shank 90-02-4900 (I purchased the 90-02-4800), but I think that would have been an overkill. I measure the trailer tongue height at 30 inches (Outdoors RV trailer). With my 2017 Ford F-250 with air bags. Improvements: eTrailer should put a note that if a customer is going from a 2 inch to 2 1/2 inch hitch, the customer might want to upgrade to a longer hitch pin, as well.



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Upgraded tow vehicle has a 2-1/2" receiver and I was not comfortable using the sleeve for the Hitch shank to pull my 30' camper. Went to the Larger shank which fit perfectly and did the job. Only complaint is that it is that much heavier, which logic says would be so. Order and Delivery was reasonable and prompt.



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Very well constructed I havn't used it yet but did switch over my ball mount to it . it was dropped in shipping and should be shipped in a stronger box .

Les G.

6/24/2017

It works great I bought it to get away from using the 2-1/2 - 2 reducer sleeve in my GM hitch to reduce the slop . It didnt do away with the slop as the GM receiver is oversize . i needed more anyway so it worked out .



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The service was excellent helping me to find the right hitch shank. Free shipping was an added bonus on too of a great price. Highly recommend etrailer.

Wayne

10/29/2021

This has been a perfect solution to avoid fiddling with reducers. Keep in mind the weight of the hitch is increased.



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This is a thing of beauty! Lovingly crafted of steel with just the right amount of adjustment holes and then expertly covered in gleaming high gloss opaque midnight black paint, the depths of which can only be imagined in your dreams. The square shank has seemingly perfect right angles to mate with your receiver in a gentle but secure manner without lubrication or foreplay. The geometry is sublime and what other shanks can only aspire to. Much poetry will be written about this shank.
Seriously, this is a solid steel 2 1/2" shank that correctly fits the Ford receiver. So...no sleeves. I like that it's solid and has no hollow parts but this makes it really heavy. You get what you pay for. etrailer made this a painless purchase and it came with my other hitch parts right on time.



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I was delighted to finally find this 2 1/2" hitch. Now I don't have to use the sleeve (2 1/2" to 2") which was very hard to remove. This 2 1/2" shank slides in & out easily & quickly. And the 5/8" holding pin is located in a better position which allows the shank to slide into the receiver further.



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Very heavy duty. Fit perfectly with reduced slop. I had been using a 2 inch with a reducer in my 2 1/2 inch receiver. This feels much safer. Using this with the Equal-i-zer hitch. Tongue weight is only 650 lbs., travel trailer is only 7000 lbs. so this is under virtually no stress. Should last a lifetime. Shipment actually delivered two days before the original estimated date. Nice welds, Durable paint high gloss. Weighs nearly 30 pounds before attaching the equalizer hitch.



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Just what I needed to use on the new 2.5 inch receiver. Bolted on the hitch assembly and adjusted. Product was received in perfect conditiin, good package protection and fast shipping.



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Shipping was fast! Part was readily av ailable


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    The best option to use an Equalizer Weight Distribution System with a 3" trailer hitch would be to upgrade to a 2-1/2" shank, the Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank part # EQ90-02-4800 and then you can use a 3" to 2-1/2" reducer sleeve. I don't recommend using multiple sleeves, this would create too much slop and play in the system.
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  • Does Equal-i-zer 2-1/2 Inch Shank Work With Husky Weight Distribution
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  • Can a 2" Weight Distribution Shank Be Swapped Out for a 2-1/2" Shank
    Yes, you can swap out a 2" weight distribution shank for a 2-1/2" weight distribution shank. This will actually be the preferred method instead of using a sleeve adapter as there will be much less movement inside the receiver tube. I recommend the Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank part # EQ90-02-4800 but have attached a full list of options below. Please note, weight distribution shank are universal and not brand specific.
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  • 2-1/2 Inch Weight Distribution Shank for a EAZ-Lift Weight Distribution System
    Thanks for the picture! The Equal-i-zer 2-1/2" Weight Distribution Shank item # EQ90-02-4800 that you referenced has 3/4" holes that are spaced 1-1/4" apart. If the head of your EAZ-Lift system has the same spacing then this shank would work well for you. The portion of the shank that connects to your weight distribution system does narrow down from the 2-1/2" portion that fits in your receiver. Nearly all WD system use the same hole dimensions. We have found that almost all brands can...
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  • Weight Distribution Shank for 2018 Ram 2500 that Can Provide 3 inches of Drop
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  • Replacement Weight Distribution Shank For A 10,000 Pound Reese Weight Distribution Hitch
    Yes, The Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank # EQ90-02-4800 will work with your 10,000 Pound Resse Weight Distribution System. The shank offers up to an 8 inch rise and a 4 inch drop. It has a maximum tongue weight up to 1,600 pounds and has a maximum gross towing weight up to 16,000 pounds. This shank will fit a 2-1/2 inch by 2-1/2 inch trailer hitch receiver. I attached a review video link below.
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  • Will 2-1/2" Weight Distribution Shank # EQ90-02-4800 Work With 2" Weight Distribution Hitch?
    It sure does! The only section of the Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank - 2-1/2" Hitch - 8" Rise, 4" Drop # EQ90-02-4800 that is 2-1/2" is the portion that goes inside of the 2-1/2" receiver on your 2018 Ford F-250. The section that the weight distribution hitch head goes on is the exact same size as your your current shank that fits a 2" receiver so you will not have any issues. I included a video of the # EQ90-02-4800 for you to take a look at.
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  • Thickness and Hole Spacing of Vertical Portion of Equal-i-zer EQ90-02-4800 Weight Distribution Shank
    The bar stock that the vertical portion of the Equal-i-zer # EQ90-02-4800 shank is constructed of is 2 inches square, which makes it compatible with most weight distribution heads. The adjustment holes are spaced 1-1/4 inches apart which is standard. If used in the rise position, the shank provides a maximum rise of 8 inches, or a 4 inch maximum drop when used in that orientation. I've linked you to a product video featuring the # EQ90-02-4800 shank.
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  • What is Trailer Weight Capacity of of Equal-i-zer Shank # EQ90-02-4800
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