Longer WDS Shank Fit & Compatibility W/ The Curt TruTrac Weight Distribution System

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C17132 and WD C17501. Will these work together for 2019 Ram 2500 4x4?

asked by: David E

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Yes you can absolutely use the Curt Weight Distribution Shank for 2-1/2" Hitches # C17132 with the Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control # C17501.

This shank will fit into 2-1/2" x 2-1/2" trailer hitch receivers, an overall height of 14-1/2" , 9-1/4" of drop, 12" of rise, and an overall length of 12-1/2".

expert reply by: Bryce D

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Answer 1

The Curt Weight Distribution Shank part #C17132 offers up to 9-1/4" of drop. In order to see if this is enough for your truck/trailer combo you will need to take some measurements. If the distance from the ground to the top inside edge of…

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Answer 2

It looks like your current system is a Curt MV like part #C17052 which is supposed to help with the distribution of weight but doesn't include any sway control. This is why you were having issues with the wind. There are friction sway…

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Answer 3

If you are installing just the Firestone Ride-Rite kit, #F2400, and not also adding an on-board air compressor such as #F2158, then I would estimate that it should take about 2 hours to install the kit. That is for someone with some mechanical…

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Answer 4

If you are needing the hub and drum assembly then you will want to go with the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly #8-201-5UC3-EZ but if you are just looking for an idler hub then you will want part #8-213-5UC1 instead. These come with the correct…

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Answer 5

The Curt MV Weight Distribution System w/ Friction Sway Control - Round Bar - 10K GTW, 1K TW #C17062 is not available without the shank. For your raised truck, you can interchange companies for the shank head, however the companies may void your…

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Answer 6

That's a good question, and there's an interesting reason why there are the long holes on the side of the etrailer Magnetic Hitch Receiver Reducer Sleeve - 2-1/2" to 2" Hitch #e28JR. Using a regular reducer sleeve…

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Answer 7

You sure can! Weight distribution shanks are not brand specific, you will just need to make sure you use a shank that is the same style as there is two different styles. Based on your picture you will need the #EQ34FR that fits the 2-1/2"…

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Answer 8

We have a weight distribution shank with quite a bit of drop that will work your Fastway e2 weight distribution hitch, but the part number you mentioned will not because it is a standard ball mount and doesn't have the correct hole spacing.…

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Answer 9

I recommend the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution #EQ37121ET for towing your 2022 Palomino Puma travel trailer with your 2020 Ram 2500 Power Wagon. This hitch is rated for trailers with a tongue weight of 800-1,200lbs and total trailer weight up to…

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Answer 10

Yep; since you have a 2-1/2 inch hitch receiver and you need at least 10 inches of drop, the correct weight distribution shank that will fit your hitch and also give you the correct amount of drop is indeed from Equal-i-zer, and is the following…

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Answer 11

A trailer's weight carrying capacity depends on many components: the trailer frame itself, axles, suspension, hubs, wheels and tires. Upgrading one component, say an axle, might increase the trailer's capacity but only if that axle…

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