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Andersen Replacement Adjustment Shank for 2-1/2" Receiver - 8" Drop/Rise
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Andersen Replacement Adjustment Shank for 2-1/2" Receiver - 8" Drop/Rise

Part Number: AN85VR
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Replace a worn shank on your Andersen WD or EZ HD hitch. Slides into your 2-1/2" receiver and gives 8" rise or drop for a level tow. Shank only - hardware not included. Made in the USA. 1-800-940-8924 to order Andersen accessories and parts part number AN85VR or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all Andersen products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Andersen Replacement Adjustment Shank for 2-1/2" Receiver - 8" Drop/Rise. Accessories and Parts reviews from real customers.
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Andersen Accessories and Parts - AN85VR

  • Weight Distribution Hitch
  • Shanks
  • Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
  • Andersen
  • 1500 lbs TW

Replace a worn shank on your Andersen WD or EZ HD hitch. Slides into your 2-1/2" receiver and gives 8" rise or drop for a level tow. Shank only - hardware not included. Made in the USA.


Features:

  • Direct replacement shank - slides into your vehicle's 2-1/2" receiver
  • Fits Andersen systems - works with Andersen Weight Distribution Hitch models and the Andersen EZ HD combo ball setup
  • Level your setup fast - gives you 8" drop or 8" rise to match your trailer height
  • Shank only - no additional hardware included
  • Built for real towing - meets V5 and SAE J684 certifications
  • Made in the USA


Specs:

  • Application: Andersen Weight Distribution Hitch models and Andersen EZ HD combo ball
  • Receiver size: 2-1/2"
  • Rise: 8"
  • Drop: 8"
  • Maximum towing capacity: up to 16,000 lbs
  • Maximum tongue weight: up to 1,500 lbs


3351.25 Andersen Replacement Adjustment Rack for 2-1/2" Receiver - 8" Drop, 8" Rise





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Video Transcript for Review of Andersen Replacement 8 Inch Adjustment Shank 2-1/2 Inch Receiver - AN85VR

Hi everybody. Andy here with etrailer. Let's take a quick look at this Andersen replacement adjustment shank for your two and a half inch trailer hitch receiver. Now this is going to be the direct replacement shank for vehicles with a two and a half inch trailer hitch receiver. This is specifically made to work with the Andersen weight distribution hitch hitch systems, including the Andersen weight distribution hitch models, and the Anderson EZ HD combo ball setup. So of course the main purpose of this shank is to help you properly level your trailer and tow vehicle is this is going to offer up to eight inches of drop or when you flip this over eight inches of rye.

So it's gonna make it easier to match the hitch height to your trailer for a safer, more smoother level towing setup. Now keep in mind that this is the shank only. It does not include any additional mounting hardware or hitch components. What you see here is what you're going to get. So this is intended as a replacement part or for upgrading an existing Anderson setup.

In terms of the capacity, this is built for heavy duty towing with a maximum trailer weight of up to 16,000 pounds and a maximum tongue weight up to 1500 pounds, making this suitable for many large travel trailers, toy haulers, and other substantial towing applications. I think that's gonna wrap up our look today. Again, my name is Andy. Thank you for joining me.

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Replace a worn shank on your Andersen WD or EZ HD hitch. Slides into your 2-1/2" receiver and gives 8" rise or drop for a level tow. Shank only - hardware not included. Made in the USA.

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Quality of the welds and finish are very good. The inside dimension of item #AN85VR measures 1.120" and the Anderson aluminum ball mount measures 1.030". I believe that 0.090" clearance is excessive and requires the bolts to deform the shank 0.90"to remove play and clamp the ball mount. Both components are produced by Anderson.


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See what our Experts say about this Andersen Accessories and Parts

  • Replacement 2-1/2" Shank for Andersen Weight Distribution Hitch
    Hey Mike, welcome back! The 2-1/2" shanks have the same channel size as the 2" shank for the Andersen Weight Distribution Hitch so they all work for the same system. We didn't have the 2-1/2" shanks available separately so I went ahead and added them for you. There is a 6" drop/rise and 8" version, you can choose from the following: -Andersen Replacement Adjustment Shank for 2-1/2" Receiver - 6" Drop/Rise # AN75VR -Andersen Replacement Adjustment Shank for 2-1/2" Receiver - 8" Drop/Rise...
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  • Looking for 8 inch Drop Shank for Andersen Weight Distribution System
    Hey Greg, do you have a 2 inch hitch or a 2-1/2 inch hitch? We currently have a 8 inch drop shank for the Andersen WD systems with the part # AN85VR but if you have a 2 inch hitch I would need to look into getting that shank added to our site.
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