Recommended 2-1/2 Inch Weight Distribution System Shank Compatible with Previous 2" Receiver System

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If I buy a new 2 1/2inch inch shank will it work with the rest of my e2 setup I originally used with a 2inch reciever?

asked by: Ian B

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Expert Reply:

Yes. The 2-1/2 inch shanks like # EQ90-02-4700 or # EQ90-02-4900 will allow you to use the same Fastway e2 system. The shanks are not brand specific and are often interchangeable to meet your specific needs. I recommend the Equal-I-zer because they are connected with Fastway and this will work well for your 2-1/2 inch receiver. The shank replacement will be the only change necessary for that application.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

Hey Travis, congrats on the new 2024 Jayco Flight 284BHS! Your travel trailer looks to have a GVWR of 7,950 lbs so I recommend going with the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution w/ 4-Point Sway Control #EQ37121ET and pairing it with the Shank…

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Answer 2

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 3

For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the vehicle…

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Answer 4

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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Answer 5

Using a Reducer Sleeve #e28JR is not going to reduce your trucks towing capacity unless you are using a lower capacity hitch. As you are most likely using a weight distribution hitch you should not have any issue with towing your 10,000LB travel…

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Answer 6

Hi Joe, I assume you are referencing an Equal-i-zer weight distribution since you have shank #EQ90-02-4700. I went ahead and read the owners manual for their systems and there is noting regarding adjusting the angle of the hitch ball. The hitch head…

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Answer 7

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 8

That sounds right to me Travis, but while you have everything pulled out it wouldn't hurt to re-measure and double-check. The height shouldn't have changed and everything should essentially go as you've described, but If it were me…

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Answer 9

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 10

The reducer sleeve does need to be a bit smaller than the interior dimension of the receiver or it could become stuck. Typically a bit of 'slop' between the shank and the receiver or in this case, the reducer and shank isn't much of a…

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Answer 11

We have a shank you can use with your Blue Ox 2-Point Weight Distribution Hitch #BLU82XR (which is your BXW0873), but the TrackPro shanks like you asked about are a bit wider than standard. So what you can use is a more standard shank from…

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Answer 12

Yes, a trailer that is nose up can cause big problems. A level trailer is ideal and worth working toward for safety. The good news is that you can get the trailer almost exactly level with switching ball mounts. This is where an adjustable ball mount…

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