Shank Size of Curt Weight Distribution Hitch

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The C17062 WD hitch kit. What size hole is there for the 2&5/16inch ball shank? Thank you.

asked by: Robert W

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The Curt MV Weight Distribution System # C17062 comes with a 2-5/16" hitch ball that has a shank with a 1-1/4" diameter.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

The Curt MV Weight Distribution system part #C17062 that you referenced weighs 101 lbs.

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Answer 2

You'll want to use the amount of links that allows the tow vehicle to sit as close to level as possible. So in your case you'd want to use 6 links since you said that gives you the more level height. Since your weight distribution…

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Answer 3

Yes, if you left the sway control off of the Curt MV Weight Distribution System #C17062 it would be perfectly compatible with surge brakes.

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Answer 4

All Curt weight distribution system have a shank included with them. Considering the price of the #C17062 you are still getting a great deal when you compare the kit to other brands. For a drop shank we have the part #C17124 which can do 9 to 10…

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Answer 5

I looked up the bolt and nut sizes that come with the Curt weight distribution system part #C17062 and the sizes you need are 3/4", 1-1/8", 1-7/8", and 9/16".

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Answer 6

The only weight distribution systems that do not allow backing up are those that use friction sway control (which is an added piece), so yes, you can absolutely back up with the Reese Pro system you asked about, which is the following part number: -…

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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…

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Answer 8

There is not a factory brake controller plug-in port on your 2018 Ford Transit T250 so in order to install your existing Tekonsha Primus Brake Controller you will need to hardwire it in using the Wiring Kit #5506. This kit will provide you with the…

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Answer 9

Generally speaking, it is not advisable to reverse a trailer when using a weight distribution system. The system won't blow up but if you reverse at too sharp an angle then you can damage the head so you have to do so in a pretty straight line or…

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Answer 10

The product installation instructions for part #83660 doesn't specifically address backing the trailer, but if you're towing a short trailer that's prone to jackknifing or you're maneuvering into a tricky parking spot that would…

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Answer 11

If you are speaking of a weight distribution system that utilizes spring bars that are held in tension by chains hanging from the trailer frame, the easy way to take the tension out of the spring bar is to use the trailer jack to raise the trailer.…

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