Shank Recommendation for Using Equal-I-Zer Weight Distribution System in 2-1/2 inch Hitch

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Will my 2inch 10000 lb equilizer hitch be compatible with a 2-1/2 equilizer shaft

asked by: Larry C

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Expert Reply:

Yes, if you are wanting to use your current Equal-I-Zer weight distribution system in a 2-1/2 inch hitch all you have to do is swap out the shank with the part # EQ90-02-4700 which will attach to the head of your system and then fit into a 2-1/2 inch hitch.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The 18 inch long Equal-i-zer weight distribution shank part #EQ90-02-4600 does give most trucks and trailers the ability to tow with the tailgate down like it sounds like you are planning on doing and like what you see in the attached picture. Now…

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Answer 2

Most WD shanks that fit a 2-1/2" receiver taper down to the normal 2" receiver size, just like the Equal-i-zer Shank #EQ90-02-4700. The only thing that you need to be sure of is that the mounting holes are in the same space. I have…

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Answer 3

To determine how much of a Rise or Drop you would need so that your towing setup is level you will need to compare some measurements. Start off my parking your 2017 GMC on level ground and then measuring from the ground to the top of the receiver…

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Answer 4

Equal-I-zer offers some longer weight distribution shanks than their standard 12 inch long shank that will provide you plenty of clearance to allow you to fully open your tailgate. I recommend the Equal-I-zer Weight Distribution Shank, 18 Inches Long…

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Answer 5

Yes, the Equalizer Shank part #EQ90-02-4700 that you referenced can be used with other brand weight distribution heads. Basically all of the WD system manufacturers decided to use the same dimensions for their heads and shanks so all of the shanks…

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Answer 6

In regards to choosing the correct weight distribution shank, you really only need to pay attention to the hitch size and rise/drop. The brand won't matter as much as they are all pretty much universal in this regard. The Equal-i-zer Weight Dist…

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Answer 7

The Equal-i-zer weight distribution shank part #EQ90-02-4700 would work great as a replacement shank for your Pro Series weight distribution system. This can do a drop of up to 3 inches and fits the 2-1/2 inch hitch size directly without an adapter.

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Answer 8

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 9

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 10

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 11

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 12

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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