Parts Needed to Remove Movement/Noise of Weight Distribution Shank in Hitch
Question:
I have a 2019 GMC 2500HD with factory hitch with a 2 1/2inch receiver. I used the 14000 lb equalizer with a 2inch x 2 1/2inch reducer sleeve but had a lot of play in hitch receiver. I recently purchased the 16k wds with the 2 1/2inch shank from etrailer with the hope of eliminating the play in hitch. This however didnt work. I still have similar amounts of play as with reducing sleeve. Any thought or advice to get a more tighter fit from hitch receiver and shank?
asked by: Kevin G
Expert Reply:
Hitch rattle/noise is pretty annoying. We have products like the Hitch Immobilizer part # BX88225 which you can use to eliminate all of that noise. This uses a couple U-bolts to pull the shank of the ball mount tight against the hitch tube to get rid of the movement. This specific model fits 2-1/2 inch hitch sizes like you have as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Hitch Receiver Immobilizer II - 2-1/2" Hitches
- Hitch Anti-Rattle
- Standard Anti-Rattle
- Universal
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- Clamp Style
- Accessory Anti-Rattle
- Towing Anti-Rattle
- Blue Ox
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Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System w/ 4-Point Sway Control - 16,000 lbs GTW, 1,600 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 1400 lbs
- 1500 lbs
- Equal-i-zer
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