Correct Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System for 8,500 lb GVWR Trailer
Question:
My trailer is gross weight of 8500, which one should I go with? Im thinking the 12000 GVWR and 1200 TW. Also do they come with a 3inch shank?
asked by: Brian R
Expert Reply:
The correct Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System for a trailer with 8,500 lb GVWR is 12K, part # EQ37120ET for 2" shank or part # EQ37121ET for 2-1/2" or 3" shank. If you have a 2-1/2" receiver then you will also need the Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank part # EQ90-02-4700. If you have a 3" receiver then you will still need the Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank but you will need to use your 3" to 2" adapter as well, you can use your 2-1/2" to 2" adapter if you have a 2-1/2" receiver. There is no 3" shank for the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System.
If you don't have the adapters you can use the B&W Hitch Receiver Reducer Sleeve, part # BWRHXA2183 for 3" to 2-1/2" or part # BWRHXA2182 for 2-1/2" to 2".
Products Referenced in This Question
B&W 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
- B and W
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B&W Hitch Receiver Reducer Sleeve - 3" to 2-1/2"
- Hitch Adapters
- Hitch Reducer
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- No Extension
- Fits 3 Inch Hitch
- 3 Inch to 2-1/2 Inch
- B and W
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Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution w/ 4-Point Sway Control - No Shank - 12,000 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Shank Not Included
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 1000 lbs
- 1100 lbs
- Equal-i-zer
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Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank - 2-1/2" Hitch - 7" Rise, 3" Drop
- Accessories and Parts
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Shanks
- 1400 lbs TW
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- Equal-i-zer
- Square - 3 Inch Drop
- Square - 7 Inch Rise
- Equal-i-zer
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Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System w/ 4-Point Sway Control - 12,000 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 1000 lbs
- 1100 lbs
- Equal-i-zer
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