Can Weight Distribution Shank be Used Upside-Down to Keep Trailer Level When Hitched

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Can the hitch bar on a Reese weight distributing hitch be turned up side down to adjust the height of the ball from the ground to ensure level towing of a travel trailer?

asked by: Doug R

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As long as your particular weight distribution shank is not specified as being for Rise-Only or Drop-Only use then it can be used in an inverted position to give you the height adjustment you need to keep your trailer level.

For example, Reese Weight Dist Shank # RP63971 must be used in the drop position only while # RP54970 can be used in either the rise or drop position.

expert reply by: Adam R

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Answer 4

The distance from the hitch pin hole to the beginning of the reinforcing gusset of the shank provided with the #RE34FR Reese Weight Distribution Kit is 3-7/8 inches, as shown in the provided photo.

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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