Replacement 2-1/2 Inch Shank with More Drop for Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System

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Traded f-150 for 2019 rm 2500 4x4. Need to lower ball mount on my equali-z-er 4 pt hitch. Best I can estimate I dont have flat area to measure at home I am going to need about 5 inches of drop. This looks like it should work. Since i am new to class v hitch 2.5 inch shank, just wanted to make sure the ball mount still fits on this shank? Thanks

asked by: David

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Expert Reply:

The Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution Shank # EQ90-02-4900 features a maximum drop of 6 inches so it should work perfectly to keep everything level with your new Ram. The 2-1/2 inch shank is indeed compatible with your existing Equal-i-zer system and will hook right up to the head just like your existing shank.

I have attached a short video review that you can check out as well.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Answer 1

The Equalizer Shank part #EQ90-02-4900 that you referenced measures 11-1/2 inches from the top of the shank down to the very bottom of the shank. Overall length is 13 inches, from hitch pin hole to end of the shank measure 9-3/4 inches.

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Answer 2

I've linked our selection of weight distribution shanks for 2-1/2 inch hitch receivers. Most shanks are universal and will work with other brands of systems. As long as the holes are 3/4 inch in diameter and are spaced 1-1/4 inches apart…

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Answer 3

You can use the Equal-i-zer Shank part #EQ90-02-4900 with your Husky Centerline system to convert it to a 2-1/2 inch hitch. All you'd need is this shank and you'd be set.

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Answer 4

The Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution Shank part #EQ94FR is what I recommend using for a 2-1/2" hitch where extra drop is needed. It offers up to 9" drop which should be plenty for most truck and trailers combos. It's…

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Answer 5

I don't know what camper you have, the trailer coupler height, or the hitch height of your truck. But the Equal-i-zer shank part #EQ90-02-4900 would be a great option that would cover what you have most likely as it can do a drop of up to 6…

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Answer 6

To measure for the correct rise or drop in a weight distribution shank, you want to measure from the top of the trailer hitch receiver to ground (like you did) then measure from the bottom of the coupler of your trailer to ground. If your trailer…

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Answer 7

All of the weight distribution systems use the same shank mounting dimensions so other brands of weight distribution shanks can be used with your Husky Centerline TS. If you need just a few more inches of drop the Curt shank part #C17123 would work…

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Answer 8

Measuring to find the right rise or drop needed to tow the trailer level is easy. First park the truck and trailer on level ground and uncouple the trailer from the truck. Use the trailer's jack to make the trailer level. Measure from the ground…

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Answer 9

The Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank - 2-1/2" Hitch - 10" Rise/6" Drop - 600 to 1,600 lbs TW #EQ90-02-4900 is a great option for a hitch with a 2-1/2 inch receiver and it will step down to fit the e2 system you have perfectly. This shank…

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Answer 10

The Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank #EQ90-02-4900 would work well. It's not so tall that would it cause too much potential to drag. This has a distance of 4 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the nearest flange bracket.

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Answer 11

Yes, a shank like the Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank - 2-1/2" Hitch #EQ90-02-4900 could work for your Reese system but be sure you are using a shank that matches or exceeds the capacity of your Reese system as well as provides enough rise or drop…

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Answer 12

For the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution Shank #EQ90-02-4900 the distance from the top surface of the shank down to the center of the bottom hole is 9-3/4-inches. I verified this measurement with my contact at Equal-i-zer and it is shown on the linked…

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