Combining Gen-Y Torsion Hitch With Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution Hitch System

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Although I am very happy with my Equal-i-zer W/D system, Im always looking to either simplify and/or improve. Now that I have an F350 I dont think I need the Equal-i-zers sway control. It would be nice to dispense with the heavy bars plus I figure my jack motor will get 1/2 of the use it does presently. On another forum four guys with Gen Ys say it does deliver a noticeably smoother ride. I take all testimonials with a pinch of salt but the design does intrigue me and it seems like it must soften a good percentage of the sharp bumps. The only downside I see is that the Gen Y is 20 lbs heavier. I often remove the hitch so that would be more bothersome. I think I will make a dolly to set it on to wheel it away.

asked by: Jason R

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Expert Reply:

Rather than looking at separate systems you can use the Gen-Y Torsion Weight Distribution Shank # GY54FR to combine with the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution w/ 4-Point Sway Control # EQ37101ET. This will give you the smoother ride and retain the sway control and weight distribution you have with the Equal-i-zer hitch.

A Gen-Y Torsion 2-Ball Mount w/ Stacked Receivers # 325-GH-1024 will not provide you with sway control that is best to have with large trailers.

The Equal-i-zer hitch will require a 1-7/8" 12pt Thin Walled Socket # ALL643216 to install the included 2-5/16" hitch ball that comes with the hitch.

expert reply by: Bud M

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Answer 1

The reason why ball mounts like the #EBMK4 have a different rise and drop measurement is because of the way they are measured. Rise is the distance from the top of the shank to the top of the ball platform when the ball mount is oriented for greater…

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Answer 2

The Gen-Y Torsion 2-Ball Mount part #325-GH-1024 is a great heavy duty ball mount option for towing. If you have a weight distribution system then there is another version of this same shank that is designed to accept a weight distribution head, the…

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Answer 3

The Lifetime Warranty Option on the Gen-Y Torsion 2-Ball Mount #325-GH-1024 or any Rubber Torsion Hitch, can only be purchased through the Gen-Y Website. You are allowed to purchase the product from any certified Gen-Y dealer which we are so you will…

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Answer 4

For your weight distribution system with sway control, you have arrived at my favorite system for sway control in the Reese Strait-Line. The Strait-Line Weight Distribution w Sway Control - Trunnion Bar #RP66075 is the system you want and it will…

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Answer 5

Nearly all weight distribution systems are made to attach to the same shank dimensions. The Reese system part #RP66075 is designed to attach to a shank that has 3/4 inch diameter holes that are spaced 1-1/4 inches apart. If the dimensions of your…

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Answer 6

Yes, you could use a 2 inch Weight Distribution (WD) shank like part #RP54970 in place of a 2-1/2 inch WD shank like part #RP54976 as they will have the same 2 inch measurement where the WD head bolts to the shank (see attached picture). You are also…

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Answer 7

You will need a Curt Hitch Receiver Reducer #C45408 on your 2020 Ford F-250 with the 3" hitch. This will give you a sleeve adapter to reduce your 3" receiver to either a 2-1/2" receiver or 2" receiver. The Reese Strait-Line Weight…

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Answer 8

Reese weight distribution system #RP66075 does not come with a shank so if using it with a 2-1/2 inch trailer hitch you just need the appropriate shank. You can use #RP54977 with a 5-3/4 inch drop or 8-1/4 inch rise. You will also need a ball that…

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Answer 9

If you're hauling different trailers with different weights you aren't going to want to be worried about tongue weight and being over capacity. I recommend using the Gen-Y Torsion Weight Distribution Shank - 2-1/2" Hitches - 6-1/2"…

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Answer 10

The Gen-Y Torsion Weight Distribution Shank #325-GH-1102 referenced in your question features 2 different hitch pin holes that can be used. From the center of first hitch pin hole (furthest away from the mounting holes) there is a distance of 13-1/4…

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Answer 11

For a shank that fits the Reese Strait Line part #RP66074 and a 2-1/2 inch hitch the Equal-i-zer shank part #EQ90-02-4900 would work well and can give you a drop of up to 6 inches of drop. If you need more drop you'd want the part #EQ94FR which…

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Answer 12

Yes, you can upgrade the Reese Strait-Line 12K Weight Distribution System part #RP66084 to the Reese Strait-Line 17K Weight Distribution System part #RP66075 by replacing the spring bars with the Reese Replacement Trunnion Spring Bar, 1,700 lbs part…

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