Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank - 18" Long - 7" Rise, 3" Drop - 600 to 1,400 lbs TW
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Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank - 18" Long - 7" Rise, 3" Drop - 600 to 1,400 lbs TW
Item # EQ90-02-4500
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Equal-i-zer Accessories and Parts - EQ90-02-4500
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Shanks
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Square - 3 Inch Drop
- Equal-i-zer
- 1400 lbs TW
- Square - 7 Inch Rise
- Equal-i-zer
Shank offers up to a 7" rise and a 3" drop for your Equal-i-zer weight distribution system. Measures 18" long and fits 2" x 2" trailer hitches.
Features:
- Shank slides into your hitch receiver and provides the attachment point for your weight distribution system's head assembly
- Designed for use with Equal-i-zer weight distribution systems
- 6 Adjustment holes for attaching the head assembly
- Lets you level your trailer with your tow vehicle
- Drop or rise positions available to fit your application
- Dipped steel resists corrosion
- Made in the USA
Specs:
- Fits: 2" x 2" trailer hitch receivers
- Tongue weight: 600 lbs - 1,400 lbs
- Maximum rise: 7"
- Maximum drop: 3"
- Overall dimensions: 18" long x 9-1/2" high
- Distance from center of pin hole to back of adjustable shank: 13"
- Distance between adjustment pin hole to hitch pin hole (center-on-center): 14"
- Distance from center of hitch pin hole to front of adjustment shank: 15"
- Spacing between adjustment pin holes: 1-1/4"
90-02-4500 Equalizer Weight-Distribution Shank - 18" Long
Customer Satisfaction Score:
97% were satisfied with this product
3% of customers were not satisfied
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Customer Reviews
Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank - 18" Long - 7" Rise, 3" Drop - 600 to 1,400 lbs TW - EQ90-02-4500
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (398 Customer Reviews)
Shank offers up to a 7" rise and a 3" drop for your Equal-i-zer weight distribution system. Measures 18" long and fits 2" x 2" trailer hitches.by: Wojo08/17/2022
Turned out, to be just what I needed. I have 5.5ft bed in my truck. Pulling my trailer now allows me to drive with the tailgate down and my dirt bike in the bed. Only thing to keep an eye on is your turning radius, it's not as tight. Overall, well built. But if the hitch pin hole was 2 inches longer, it would help with the turning radius. I like it.
by: David01/10/2023
Works perfectly!. Solved our turning radius problem between our trailer A-Frame mounted bike rack (Lippert Jack-It 2) and the canopy on our P/U.
by: Patrick03/28/2023
My Tahoe hatch would hit my RV jack when opening. Adding this shank made it open completely, without hitting. One thing to remember is to check your safety chains length. To insure they reach to connect to you tow hitch.
by: Scott10/26/2023
I needed the longer shank to to clear my lift gate hitting my propane tanks. Works great!!! Came 1 day sooner than expected
by: Kent 09/05/2022
Great for those that need a bit more room between the trailer jack and tailgate while hitched up!
Kent
9/6/2023
After a year this hitch is still in great shape and has come in handy on many occasions. Can tow most rigs with the tailgate down if needed. Be aware that in some cases you may not be able to make sharp turns with the tailgate down depending on the front of your towable.
Mike L.
10/26/2023
@Kent Great tip, thanks for passing that along!
by: Peter 11/03/2023
Required a longer shank in order to completely drop my tailgate when towing our travel trailer. Initially notified by eTrailer that this particular shank was out of stock, and they offered an alternate. Chose to wait; surprised that stock was replenished sooner than expected. ETrailer staff were proactive keeping me informed.
by: Steve 07/29/2023
Arrived in time to continue trip back home in Eastern Washington from Dallas area. Previous hitch was too short and couldn't open the tailgate and sharp turn I'd rub the propane covers on the tailgate. Both issues resolved. Thanks for quick attention.
by: StephenH05/18/2023
I needed this because with the shorter shank that I got when I originally purchased the Equal-i-zer hitch, the tailgate on the F-150 I recently purchased could not be opened without hitting the jack on our trailer. This moves the hitch ball out so that there will be a lot of clearance and there should be no more problems opening the tailgate. It also will provide more clearance between the truck and trailer for those tight turns.
by: jim09/10/2023
perfect to be able to tow with tailgate down for motorcycles
by: Randy07/03/2018
I needed the extra length of this hitch shank to get my trailer hitch ball out from under the spare tire on my Jeep JK Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon.
It works absolutely perfectly and is built extremely strong.
I am using with an Equal-i-zer hitch system, but would be suitable for most other weight distributing hitch configurations if the centering between the adjustment holes is correct for your ball mount.
by: Steve10/21/2021
This shank was a replacement for etrailer's first recommendation, RP54998, which was too short for my needs, which I returned last week. I reordered an Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank - 18" Long - 7" Rise, 3" Drop, which came today and will work in my application. It is also beautiful, just as a shank should be. IMO, etrailer excels in customer service.
Steve
10/22/2022
After using the 18 long shank, I am very pleased. It performs well when towing. I like the fact that I can fully open the tailgate.
by: Jake05/30/2017
Allows me to tow a travel trailer with my tailgate down (2011 Ram). I did not notice any difference in feel when towing compared to my previously shorter shank. There is no issue with the travel trailer hitting the tailgate- the length is perfect. This is much safer than using a hitch extender. The bolt pattern mated to my existing Husky brand hitch head.
by: Lucas,07/03/2020
Easy switch over to longer shank .
No major adjustments on WDH setting
Now can open tailgate all the way.
Did need to lengthen safety chains.
Lucas,
7/4/2021
Longer hitch shank has been great. No difference in towing. Able to open tailgate fully.
by: The Girls11/20/2021
Solid, heavy, excellent quality
The G.
11/21/2022
Works great!
by: Rick M.06/21/2017
I'm now able to open the tailgate of my truck with the trailer attached. Side effects of using the longer shank are; power cable almost too short and original safety chains were too short and had to be replaced. But, the goal to be able to open the tailgate with the trailer attached was accomplished.
by: Scott11/12/2017
I have a 2500 gmc sierra short bed and travel trailer. We purchased a golf cart and wanted to take the cart with us as when camping sites allow golf carts. Since my bed is 78" long I have to take the front cover of the cart off ( ezgo rxv) and I have to remove the tailgate because there is not enough room to lower it because of my trailer's electric Jack stand. My original equalizer weight distribution shaft is 12" so this gives me an extra 6" so I can leave my tailgate on and down. I no longer need to take the front cover off of the cart and the rear wheels are completely on the truck. Thanks George
by: Lyman 05/23/2023
Great solution for trailer following to close! Just enough extra room on turns and backing that I don’t worry about denting the front of my trailer.
by: Erik 04/26/2023
Part worked like it was supposed to. It allowed me to travel with both my RZR and my bumper pull. However it did drive a little squirrelly at higher speeds. So I just stay on back country roads and all is fine.
by: John 01/11/2023
A solid piece of steel, works great with Equalizer 14k 4 point sway control hitch, 18" shank is perfect for providing extra room to open tailgate while hitched up.
by: Alan 03/24/2023
I was very happy to find this at etrailer. My existing shank was too close to let my tailgate down without hitting the camper Jack. Problem solved, thank you.
by: Jack03/02/2023
The tracking information was the best I ever seen. I knew where it was at all times during the tracking process. I haven’t used it yet but as heavy as it is I’m quite sure it can handle the weight. Only took 4 days to get to my house with free shipping.
by: Jack 03/18/2023
Could only give it 4 star this time. The shipping box is not heavy enough to handle the weight of the shank. There was a large hole in the box when it arrived. It must have come out during shipment scraping the black paint off. Someone put tons of clear tape over the hole to keep it in the box. The firs one I got had a small hole in the box where about 2 “ of the shaft was sticking out.
by: Mike08/19/2022
Bought this longer hitch cause my tailgate would not go down all the way to let me dogs in when my trailer was connected. With this longer hitch tailgate goes all the way down and getting better clearance when backing.. It’s a win win, well worth the price. Highly recommended
by: Matthew 04/14/2023
Just what I needed to be able to open my tailgate.
by: Steve M05/28/2020
Bought this longer shank because I knew is would benefit me immensely last year as we prepared for about two weeks on the road, traveling from NM to our many destinations in Colorado, Wyoming, and Montana. I tow a fairly light Jayco Hummingbird 17RK, behind a 2018 Toyota Tundra....and this solved the problem of not being able to lower my tailgate all the way, as the previous "stock" shorter shank caused the tailgate to hit the electric tongue jack on the trailer. I wanted to be able to move heavy items (these days it's all heavy) in and out of the truck bed without herniating myself lifting over the bed walls and/or unhooking from the trailer and moving the truck out of the way of the tongue jack for clearance to lower the gate. Perfect solution! And, now with the added convenience of not having to un-hitch on short stops overnight, when we just want to get in the trailer after a long day of driving, before resuming the next day's travels in the morning, is a real bonus. And, this shank is "solid" steel....no channel iron that might be compromised by the load and twisting that's going to occur at all speeds while hooked up. A few extra inches between tow vehicle and hitch didn't compromise the solid connection between the two units....no extra sway or problems with handling and maneuvering, whatsoever. Thanks, etrailer.com---this was money very well spent!
Steve M.
5/30/2021
Perfect solution, still! I highly recommend to anyone who needs the room to lower a truck tailgate or raise an SUV rear hatch
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See what our Experts say about this Equal-i-zer Accessories and Parts
- Will an Equal-I-Zer Weight Distribution Shank Fit a Pro Series HeadYes, Equal-I-Zer shanks are compatible with Pro Series weight distribution heads. The 18 inch length on Equal-I-Zer shank # EQ90-02-4500 is the overall length. From the pin hole to the adjustment holes for the head it is 14 inches. The center of the ball hole will be about another 4 or 5 inches out from the adjustment holes on the shank.
view full answer... - How To Extend Weight Distribution Hitch To Clear Tailgate on TruckThe Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank part # EQ90-02-4500 measures 14" from the center of the hitch pin to the center of the adjustment holes and is typically what we recommend for more tailgate clearance with a weight distribution system. It's the longest option we offer at this time.
view full answer... - Will the 18 Inch Long Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank item # EQ90-02-4500 Work w/ the E2 System?Yes, it can. The Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank item # EQ90-02-4500 will work with a Equalizer E2 weight distribution system.
view full answer... - Does Equal-I-Zer Weight Distribution Shank Work with Recurve R3 SystemThe Recurve R3 weight distribution is designed for standard weight distribution shanks like what the Equal-i-zer part # EQ90-02-4500 is designed to work with so it would work great for you.
view full answer... - Compatibility of Equal-i-zer EQ90-02-4500 Shank with Reese Trunnion Weight Distribution HeadThe Equal-i-zer # EQ90-02-4500 weight distribution shank is constructed of 2 inch square bar stock, and has the height adjustment holes spaced at the industry standard 1-1/4 inches apart, center to center. It will work perfectly with your Reese Trunnion weight distribution head. The two will be 100% compatible. I've linked to a product description video for the # EQ90-02-4500 weight distribution shank.
view full answer... - Does Equal-i-zer Shank # EQ90-02-4500 Have Capacity for 8,000 lb TrailerYes the trailer towing capacity of the Equal-i-zer shank # EQ90-02-4500 is 14,000 lbs so it would easily handle the weight of an 8,000 lb trailer.
view full answer... - What Does Equal-I-Zer Shank # EQ90-02-4500 WeighThe Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank # EQ90-02-4500 that you referenced weighs 29 lbs and has a 1,400 lb tongue weight capacity.
view full answer... - Does 18" Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank Affect Tongue Weight CapacityThe Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank part # EQ90-02-4500 won't change the actual tongue weight but it can affect the capacity as it's limited to 1,400 lbs. That said, so long as you are not over this then you'll be fine.
view full answer... - How to Tow with the Tailgate Down on a 2009–2018 Ram 1500The longest weight distribution shank we offer is the Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank part # EQ90-02-4500 which measures 18" long overall and 15" long from the center of the hitch pin hole (see photo). This means that you will gain 6" of additional clearance for your tailgate. We have not yet installed this shank on a 2017 Ram 1500 but we have had customers use it on their 2011 Ram 1500 with success which you can see in the second attached photo. These are both the same generation so I do...
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- Will the 18" Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank Increase Weight CapacityThe Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank part # EQ90-02-4500 has a 1,400 lb tongue weight capacity. If you are using this shank on a system rated for less, this won't increase the capacity of the system but it can decrease the capacity of the system if using the shank on a system rated for more.
view full answer... - Can Equal-i-Zer Weight Distribution Shank Work with Pro Series Weight Distribution SystemYes, a Pro Series fifth wheel hitch head will attach to an Equal-i-Zer shank like the # EQ90-02-4500 that you referenced which is 18 inches long.
view full answer... - Will Equal-i-zer Shank # EQ90-02-4500 Fit EAZ Weight Distribution System Yes the Equal-i-zer Shank part # EQ90-02-4500 will work great with your EAZ weight distribution system that you have.
view full answer... - Recommended Weight Distribution Shank with a 9" drop. I do not recommend cutting your weight distribution shank. We do have an option for one that has a 9" drop it is the Equal-i-zer Wt Distribution Shank item # EQ90-02-4400. This shank is closer to the lower end of in-between. I have linked a diagram with the dimensions below so you can compare it to your current ones. This shank fits a 2" hitch has a 13" rise and a 9" drop. It has a gross trailer weight of 14,000 lbs and a maximum tongue weight of 600 lbs - 1,400 lbs.
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- Is 18 Inch Equal-i-zer Shank Available for 2-1/2 Inch Hitch?The 18" Equal-i-zer shank you mentioned # EQ90-02-4500 is not made for 2-1/2 inch hitches. The longest Equal-i-zer shank for that size hitch is 12" # EQ90-02-4700.
view full answer... - Extended Shank for a Weight Distribution SystemThe longest extended shank we offer will be the Equal-i-zer # EQ90-02-4500, which is 18" long, has a maximum tongue weight capacity of 1,400 lbs, fits 2" x 2" receivers and offers up to a 7" rise or 3" drop. Equal-i-zer # EQ90-02-4600 is similar, with the only difference being it offers an 8" rise or 3" drop. I've added links to video reviews of each of these shanks for you to take a look at.
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- Recommended Weight Distribution Shank for Towing w/ a Tailgate DownTo give you some extra room to drop your tailgate down you are going to want to use the Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank item # EQ90-02-4600. This extended weight distribution shank will not reduce your Tundra's tongue weight capacity. It is 18" long overall and from the pin hole to the first hole on the shank is 13". This should give you plenty of room to tow with your tailgate down. I confirmed that the R3 weight distribution hitch is designed for standard weight distribution shanks like...
view full answer... - Replacement Longer Shank for Fastway Weight Distribution SystemYour best bet for gaining clearance between your new truck's tailgate and your weight distribution system is to use a longer shank instead of a hitch extender. We offer the 18-inch Equal-i-zer shanks # EQ90-02-4500 and # EQ90-02-4600, both of which are 6-inches longer than the stock shank. Please note that these offer different amounts of rise or drop.
view full answer... - Longer Weight Distribution Shank Recommendation for Rear Door ClearanceSounds like you are using a hitch extender with a weight distribution system. Some extenders can be used with a WD system but nearly all of them are not rated for it so it's not a good idea at all. Your best bet for gaining clearance between your new truck's tailgate and your weight distribution system is to use a longer shank instead of a hitch extender. We offer the 18-inch Equal-i-zer shanks # EQ90-02-4500 and # EQ90-02-4600, both of which are 6-inches longer than most stock shanks....
view full answer... - Longer Shank for Fastway Weight Distribution System To gain clearance between the trailer and your truck you can replace the existing adjustable shank on your Fastway Weight Distribution System with the Equal-i-zer # EQ90-02-4500 (max 7" rise or 3" drop) or # EQ90-02-4600 (max 8" rise or 4" drop), both of which feature an overall length of 18 inches. This is 6" longer than the stock shank that comes with the Fastway systems and both are completely compatible. This should hopefully give you enough to clear the tailgate when you have the...
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- Availability Of Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution Shank To Improve Ground ClearanceI have another option for you, but I do not recommend cutting the bottom of your weight distribution shank off as it would void the warranty of the system and could weaken the system. Instead I recommend replacing the shank with a shorter one to increase the ground clearance when installed on your 2016 Ram 1500. Depending on how much rise or drop you need to level the system an option like the Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank - 18" Long - 7" Rise, 3" Drop - 600 to 1,400 lbs TW # EQ90-02-4500...
view full answer... - Recommended Solution for a Tailgate Hitting Trailer Jack Handle on a 2022 Chevrolet Colorado I recommend just using an extended WDS shank like the Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank # EQ90-02-4500. This is going to push out your WDS from your truck 18", and should give you more than enough room to clear your tailgate. You're just going to have to measure the rise and drop and let us know the tongue weight of your trailer and we can get you outfitted with the correct one.
view full answer... - How To Extend A 2" Equalizer Weight Distribution Hitch Your only option is to go with a longer shank for your Equalizer weight distribution hitch. The longest one we have is Equalizer Weight-Distribution Shank # EQ90-02-4500 which is 18" long. This has a tongue weight range of 600-1,400lbs. There are hitch receiver extenders available but none of them are compatible with a 2" weight distribution hitch. Hitch extenders will also reduce your hitch capacity by 50%, but the long shank I mentioned above will not reduce your towing capacity by any...
view full answer... - Recommended Extended Shank Weight Distribution System for ReeseIt sounds like you are looking for a weight distribution system with extended shank and if that is the case I have some great options. The Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank part # EQ90-02-4500 measures 18" long overall and offers up to a 3" drop. I don't have any options that are exactly 16" but the above should work depending on where you are measuring. The good news is that you don't have to worry about brand as most are cross compatible. I have attached a full list of options.
view full answer... - Recommended Extended Weight Distribution Shank for 2" Hitches It sounds like you need an extended shank for an Equalizer weight distribution system. There are only two options and I have listed them below. Both are 18" long and fit a 2" hitch receiver. They work with weight distribution systems that have a 600 lbs - 1,400 lbs tongue weight range. The end of the shanks will be 15" from the pin hole. 8" Rise, 4" Drop Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank item # EQ90-02-4600 7" Rise, 3" Drop Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank item # EQ90-02-4500 I have linked...
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David W.
8/18/2023
I still use this every trip. The ability to lower my tail gate easily is awesome. I still like it and would recommend it.