Hitch Extender Solution for Setup with Weight Distribution
Question:
I am towing a 2200lb dry/3500lb wet popup with a 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited it will always be tower 3000lbs MAX inc passengers and gear. After picking up the popup using a standard 2” hitch I noticed that at sharp angles the jack on the popup cut into the spare tire on my Jeep. I will soon be installing a EAZ LIFT #1199DP1CHR 600lb tongue rating WDH. Will this allow clearance of the spare tire, and if not is there a hitch extension that would work at the least amount of towing efficiency cost that you would suggest? Thanks in advance.
asked by: Nic B
Expert Reply:
The install of the weight distribution system you mentioned will add a bit more clearance between the trailer hitch and trailer so you'd gain a bit of clearance there. The best setup for a hitch extension type solution would be the replacement shank part # EQ90-02-4500 which is pretty long. The hitch extension like the part # ST18 is capable of being used with WD systems, but it reduces your hitch capacity by one third.
Products Referenced in This Question
Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank - 18" Long - 7" Rise, 3" Drop - 600 to 1,400 lbs TW
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- Weight Distribution Hitch
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- 1400 lbs TW
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
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Brophy Hitch Extender with Step - 2" Hitches - 18" Long - 6-1/2" x 17" Platform
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- Hitch Extender
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- 3500 lbs
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