Can Weight Distribution System Use Hitch Extender

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for me to bring my golf cart camping I need to extend 4 inches away from the tail gate. My rv is 7000 lbs I do have a e2 easy hitch weight dist sway. Will this work.

asked by: Conrad

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The Curt Weight Distribution Shank, 14 Inches Long # C17122 will work well with your Fastway e2 Weight Distribution System and is overall 18 inches long and would be the way to go to extend out your setup. You can't use hitch extenders with weight distribution systems as the added leverage and movement reduces capacity.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

I do have a solution for you. My recommendation is to use the Curt Hitch Receiver Reducer Sleeve - 2-1/2" to 2" #C45405, in combination with the Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank - 18" Long - 8" Rise, 4" Drop - 600 to 1,400 lbs…

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Answer 2

It looks like the Brophy Hitch Reducer and Extender, part #HR26, could work for your application based on the numbers. However, this isn't something I recommend for you since the addition of an extender not only reduces your towing capacity, it…

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Answer 3

Brophy hitch extender and reducer #HR26 is indeed rated for use with weight distribution. When used with weight distribution this reducer is rated for 10,000 pounds gross trailer weight and 1,000 pounds tongue weight. However, the use of this…

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Answer 4

Yes, you can use the Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank item #EQ90-02-4600 with a reducer. You would just need the item #325-GH-007. This will only extend your hitch 18" though. If that isn't far enough to clear your tailgate I recommend using…

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The Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank part #EQ90-02-4600 should allow you to tow with the tailgate down on your 2017 Ram 3500. I have attached a photo for you of this shank used with a similar system on a similar truck

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Answer 6

Using the #HR26 with a weight distribution kit isn't recommended because the extender will lower the hitch tongue weight capacity by one third, so I wouldn't advise using an extender. A weight distribution system exerts huge amounts of…

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Answer 7

We do have a version of the Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank #EQ90-02-4600 you mention, however it is 6" shorter. The Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank #EQ90-02-4800 offers the same rise and drop as #EQ90-02-4600, has a maximum tognue weight rating of…

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Answer 8

I spoke with Gen-Y about the Gen-Y Torsion 2-Ball Mount w/ Stacked Receivers part #325-GH-1325 and they did not have any overall dimensions they could provide. However, I went to our warehouse for you to take some measurements. The overall length…

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Answer 9

The Gen-Y Torsion adjustable ball mounts for 2-1/2 inch hitches are incredibly solid ball mount options. For a 6 inch lift on your truck you'd need one that can do a healthy amount of drop. But it really depends on how tall your trailer is going…

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Answer 10

Yes, you can use a weight distribution hitch system in one of the Gen-Y Stacked Torsion Receivers like #325-GH-1325. The Gen-Y receivers are extraordinarily solid and have a very high capacity - this one is rated for 21,000-lbs. This particular…

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I agree it is the right time to upgrade to a Lithium charger/converter as not all are Lithium compatible. I recommend using the Progressive Dynamics Mighty Mini AC/DC Panel and Converter/Smart Charger - 60 Amp #PD4060K which is a replacement for your…

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Answer 12

A TCM double-lip grease seal number 127194 has an inner diameter of 1.274-inches and an outer diameter of 1.983-inches according to my research. The available grease seal nearest to those dimensions that we offer is part #RG06-010, which is a…

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