Recommended Weight Distribution Hitch That Will Allow Tailgate On Truck To Be Lowered With Trailer
Question:
Hi, I have a 4000lb trailer going on to a 10,000lb hitch. I need to extend it out enough to get out from underneath the lift gate on my pick up. I also intend on using a weight distribution hitch too. Do you have an extender that will work for this application?
asked by: Jay M
Expert Reply:
Since you are going to use a weight distribution hitch I recommend the Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank # EQ90-02-4600 with their Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution # EQ37061ET. The shank is extended to 18" versus the standard 12" long allowing it to clear truck tailgates(See Image).
The Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution # EQ37061ET does not include a shank so you will not have the extra shank. It has a tongue weight capacity of 200-600lbs with a maximum trailer weight capacity of 6,000lbs. A 1-7/8" 12pt Thin Walled Socket # ALL643216 is needed to install the included 2" hitch ball. A 2-5/16" Hitch Ball # EQ91-00-6100 is available if your trailer has the larger coupler.
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1-7/8" 12pt Thin Walled Socket - 3/4" Drive - Chromium-Vanadium Steel
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- Ratchets and Sockets
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- SAE
- 3/4 Inch Drive
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- Alloy Steel
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Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution w/ 4-Point Sway Control - No Shank - 6,000 lbs GTW, 600 lbs TW
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- Some Sway
- Shank Not Included
- Electric Brake Compatible
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2-5/16" Hitch Ball for Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution Systems - 10,000 lbs
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Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank - 18" Long - 8" Rise, 4" Drop - 600 to 1,400 lbs TW
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- 1600 lbs TW
- 16000 lbs GTW
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