Weight Distribution System Compatible With Lifted Truck

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Im in the market for a weight distribution hitch. I have a lifted truck which will require a drop hitch shank. Ive been doing some research and see the weight distribution shanks are all 1 and 1/4inch spacing. My question... will a hitch head from a Reese fit a shank made by Curt. I want to make sure that I get shank that fits my lift, but will also work with what ever distribution hitch I purchase. Im interested in the Curt MV Weight Distribution System w/ Friction Sway Control - Round Bar - 10K GTW, 1K TW. I have a lifted truck so the standard shank will not work with my application. Can the WDH #C17062 be ordered without the shank? Thanks

asked by: Eric P

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The Curt MV Weight Distribution System w/ Friction Sway Control - Round Bar - 10K GTW, 1K TW # C17062 is not available without the shank. For your raised truck, you can interchange companies for the shank head, however the companies may void your warranty. I recommend using the Curt Welded Weight Distribution Shank 7" - 10 Hole Adjustment # C17123, for your lifted truck. This will give you a maximum drop of 8-1/2 inches. If you need a bigger drop than that, you will need to use # C17124.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

You can certainly use a weight distribution system on your lifted truck. The key will be to find a weight distribution shank that offers you enough drop to be able to tow your trailer level. Weight distribution systems are available without a shank…

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Between the two kits you mentioned the Equal-i-zer part #EQ37120ET is the best choice. This is the highest quality option out there for a weight distribution system and is what Curt tried to emulate with their TruTrack part #C17501. The Curt kit is…

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Yes, the Curt weight distribution shank part #C17131 is a fit for Equal-i-zer weight distribution systems. Nearly all weight distribution systems use the same dimensions for the shanks and heads of the systems so the shanks between brands are…

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The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part #75662 is only a fit for the 2019 Ram 1500 Classic without a factory trailer hitch which is the old body style (fourth generation). The photo you attached shows a factory trailer hitch on what I…

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There are two different trailer hitches for your 2019 Ram 1500 that came from the factory. There is one that has a 2" receiver tube opening below the bumper and one that has a cutout for a hitch ball in the bumper. It looks like you have the…

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The tongue weight capacity of the Curt weight distribution shank part #C17132 that you referenced is 1,500 lbs. I believe that is your only question but if you have any other parts from your WD system that needs to be replaced let me know and…

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Thanks for the pictures! A weight distribution hitch is recommended based off of the tongue weight of your trailer and is typically between 10% and 15% of your trailer's total weight. 580 lbs seems extremely low for a 7,600 lbs trailer. Usually…

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The Gen-Y Torsion Weight Distribution Shank #GY54FR will provide you with up to 6-1/2" of drop. You will need to measure the height of your truck receiver and the height of the trailer coupler when level to determine the correct amount of drop…

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The Gen Y Boss Weight Distribution Shanks listed below will all work with Blue Ox weight distribution systems. However, it is recommended to disconnect these systems when the trailer is being stored because of the extra tension placed on the bars and…

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Answer 10

As long as you don't have the SLT model or extendable stock mirrors, I recommend the CIPA Custom Towing Mirrors #CM11400 for your 2018 Ram 2500. These custom, durable towing mirrors will slide right over the factory mirrors on your truck to…

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The shank included with the Blue Ox TrackPro Weight Distribution Hitch #BLU77FR you were looking at has 7 holes of adjustment which translates to 2" of drop and 8" of rise to give you a nice wide range of adjustments to level your trailer…

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Answer 12

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