Recommended Weight Distribution System Drop Shank for 2-1/2 Inch Receivers

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Hi, Just got a RAM 2500 with a 2 1/2 inch hitch receiver. The current Reese system I have is a 2 inch hitch for our trailer. The Dodge Im guessing is also probably about 6 inches higher then my old Chevy... Ill have to get the correct measurements. Question, does Reese or you guys sell a shank that goes from 2 1/2 inich to 2 inch that s about 6 inches or more? Ive attached pic of my current hitch. Thanks

asked by: Mike

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For your Ram 2500 with 2-1/2 inch receiver, the largest drop shank we have for your Reese round bar system is the Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank - 2-1/2" Hitch # EQ90-02-4900 which will get you the 6 inches of drop with a round bar system. The Reese Titan Weight Dist Shank # RP54977 is restricted to trunnion bar systems only so it won't work for your application.

The only shank we have to give a round bar system more drop is the Gen-Y Torsion Weight Distribution Shank - 2-1/2" Hitches - 7" Drop/Rise - 21,000 lbs # 325-GH-1302 which also has more perks but at a price.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

Yes. The Weight Distribution Shank for Gen-Y Hitch Adjustable Ball Mounts w/ 2" Receivers #325-GH-0352 has 1-1/4" spaced holes on the shank the same as a standard weight distribution hitch, so it will be compatible with the Equal-i-zer…

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Answer 2

The B&W Continuum Weight Distribution System part #BW78FR won't allow for the tailgate to open fully as it ships. In order for this to happen you'd need to switch out the shank for a longer option which is still currently being developed…

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That's a really good question, but basically the cushioning movement of the Gen-Y cushioned weight distribution shanks like the part #325-GH-1202 for a 2 inch hitch or part #325-GH-1302 for a 2-1/2 inch hitch moves straight up and down and since…

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The B&W Continuum Weight Distribution System part #BW78FR per B&W, does have built-in sway control. That said, all weight distribution systems have some sway control as they provide friction at the connection point which will then in turn…

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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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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 7

Hey Tony, thanks for writing in, and that's a really smart question. The answer is yes, the fresh water tank should be full when adjusting the 16,000 lb Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System #EQ90-00-1600. What you want to do is have the trailer…

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Answer 8

Hey Tom, you are on the right track. I checked out your 2023 Jayco Jay Flight 284 BHS and it does have an underslung coupler so the correct B and W Continuum weight distribution would be the part #BW88FR. An underslung coupler is basically one that…

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Answer 9

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 10

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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