Does Hitch Ball Come Pre-Installed on Equal-I-Zer Weight Distribution

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Does the hitch ball come mounted on the hitch head? Thank you

asked by: Bernard B

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Expert Reply:

Hey Bernard, the hitch ball that comes with the Equal-i-zer # EQ37140ET does not come pre-installed onto the head of the system.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The procedure for lubricating the hitch head is pretty simple. Place a pea-sized dollop of multi-purpose or bearing grease on the underside of the ball platform right next to the sockets. You'll also want to do the same thing on the under side of…

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Answer 2

Most WD shanks that fit a 2-1/2" receiver taper down to the normal 2" receiver size, just like the Equal-i-zer Shank #EQ90-02-4700. The only thing that you need to be sure of is that the mounting holes are in the same space. I have linked a…

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Answer 3

The SportRack Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches #SR9851 has a shipping weight of 67-lbs. This figure includes the packaging so the actual net weight of the cargo carrier itself is approximately 63-lbs. The 2-inch Class III hitch receivers we offer…

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Answer 4

I recommend selecting one of our Equal-i-zer weight distribution hitches. Equal-i-zer has earned the reputation of being one of the best systems available with their excellent quality and durability to last. You will need to select one of the hitch…

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Answer 5

The trailer weight a 2016 Ford F-150 with a 5.0 liter engine can tow ranges from 8,300 lbs to 11,000 lbs depending on rear end gear size and bed/cab length. Basically as long as your rear end gears are 3.73 you are definitely fine, if they are 3.55…

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Answer 6

The issue with adding a weight distribution system to your trailer is that there isn't a lot of room for installation due to the V-nose. But I may have a solution for you. To choose the properly rated system you need to find your total tongue…

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Answer 7

Thanks for the pictures! The only thing I would recommend changing on your set up is to add a shank with a deeper drop. I recommend the Curt Weight Distribution Shank 13" Long item #C17124 which has a 9" drop. This would move the bars below…

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Answer 8

In order to use a chain style weight distribution system on a trailer with a frame rail that is 4" wide, you are going to want to install a set of bolt-on chain hanger brackets like part #C17005. These brackets work with most chain style spring…

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Answer 9

You are doing it correctly. The only way to get the proper tension on/off the spring bars when using chain hangers #C17005 is to use the trailer jack. This often means that you have to lift up the trailer/truck a good amount before you can attach the…

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Answer 10

Appreciate the photo, and yes you can, but you'll need to use bolt-on chain hangers if there is interference that won't allow the brackets to mount to the top of the tongue 28" back. So you'd need to bolt on the chain hangers to the…

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Does Hitch Ball Come Pre-Installed on Equal-I-Zer Weight Distribution

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