Recommended Shank and Hitch Ball for Reese Straight Line for 2020 Ram 2500 with 2-1/2" Hitch

Question:

I have a 2020 RAM 2500 w/ trailer tow package 2.5 inch hitch reciever and am looking at the Strait-Line Weight Distribution system. I will be towing a 2018 Grand Design Imagine 2800BH. I believe I need RP66074 model, a 2.5 inch weight distribution shank and a 2-5/16inch Hitch Ball to complete the setup. Am I missing anything to complete my install?

asked by: S R

Expert Reply:

The Reese Strait-Line # RP66074 is a great choice for this. Since your trailer has a GVWR of around 7500-lbs, and your loaded tongue weight should be between 10-15% of that (750-lbs to 1100-lbs), the RP66074 will work well since it has a tongue weight range of 800lbs to 1200-lbs. I really like that this weight distribution system uses sway control cams for a smoother ride that's going to be less tight than typical sway prevention hitches and it's going to provide superior sway prevention compared to a friction style sway control system.

For the 2-5/16" hitch ball I recommend using the # 19286 and for the shank you can use # RP54977, which would give you everything you need to get out on the road.

I've gone ahead and linked some review videos of these parts for you, as well.

expert reply by: Erik B