Upgrading a 2 Inch Husky Centerline Shank to a 2 1/2 Inch Shank
Question:
Got a trailer using a husky centerline 32217. Switched trucks from a 2016 ram 1500 to a 2016 Chevy 2500. Beside now having a 2.5 inch receiver the original was 2 inch, I also need some more . The current shank has about 5.5 in of max , but the ram didn’t use all of it. Got a recommendation for a new shank. A little concerned about the extra movement potential with a reducing bushing.
asked by: Don
Expert Reply:
Reducer sleeves like the Curt # C45405 will work with weight distribution hitches, but I highly recommend using an anti-rattle device like the Roadmaster Quite Hitch # RM-062 with it. There can still be movement, however, so a new shank would be a better option.
The Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution Shank # EQ94FR is rated to a maximum tongue capacity of 1,600 pounds and would give you a maximum drop of 9 inches. As you mentioned needing more drop that what came standard with your Husky, this would be a significantly better option than using a reducer sleeve.
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Curt Hitch Receiver Reducer Sleeve - 2-1/2" to 2"
- Hitch Adapters
- Hitch Reducer
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- No Extension
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- 2-1/2 Inch to 2 Inch
- CURT
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Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution Shank - 12" Long - 13" Rise, 9" Drop
- Accessories and Parts
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Shanks
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- Equal-i-zer
- Square - 9 Inch Drop
- Square - 12 Inch Rise
- Equal-i-zer
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Roadmaster Quiet Hitch for 2-1/2" Trailer Hitches
- Hitch Anti-Rattle
- Standard Anti-Rattle
- Universal
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- Clamp Style
- Accessory Anti-Rattle
- Towing Anti-Rattle
- Roadmaster
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Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution Shank - 12" Long - 13" Rise, 9" Drop
- Accessories and Parts
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Shanks
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- Equal-i-zer
- Square - 9 Inch Drop
- Square - 12 Inch Rise
- Equal-i-zer
more information >
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