Is this right for you? Product Expert Lindsey S says:
Yes, if you:
Have a trailer with 400 lbs – 800 lbs of tongue weight that experiences sway from time to time
Want an affordable system that still provides excellent sway control
Don't want to have to go through the hassle of disconnecting anything to back your rig up or to tow in the rain
No, if you:
Have a significant amount of sway on a regular basis and need something that can really hold your trailer in line
Hate noise - the steel on steel brackets can create a racket, especially during turns
Have a van or low-riding car that requires more ground clearance than you can get with round bars
Two points of steel-on-steel friction work to prevent and correct trailer sway in this weight distribution system. Sway control brackets help to ensure that your trailer stays in line with your tow vehicle. Adjustable shank included. Lowest Prices for the best weight distribution hitch from Fastway. Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control - Round - 8,000 lbs GTW, 800 lbs TW part number FA94-00-0800 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 800-298-8924 for expert service.
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Fastway Weight Distribution Hitch
600 lbs
700 lbs
WD With Sway Control
Fastway
Fits 2 Inch Hitch
Allows Backing Up
Reduces Sway
Includes Shank
2-Point
Electric Brake Compatible
Surge Brake Compatible
Two points of steel-on-steel friction work to prevent and correct trailer sway in this weight distribution system. Sway control brackets help to ensure that your trailer stays in line with your tow vehicle. Adjustable shank included.
Features:
Evenly distributes weight over axles of tow vehicle and trailer for stability and control
Creates a level ride for both tow vehicle and trailer
Integrated 2-Point Sway Control limits side-to-side movement
Brackets keep spring bars in place for a rigid system that holds trailer in line
Steel-on-steel friction helps to minimize sway caused by winds or sudden maneuvers
No lift chains - eliminate unwanted movement
Unique design makes system compatible with surge-type brake actuators
Round spring bars flex for a controlled, even ride
No-drill, clamp-on brackets can be adjusted along the trailer frame
Accommodates frame-mounted items such as gas tanks, battery boxes, toolboxes, or generators
Desired tilt is achieved with traditional washer design
Add or remove washers from spacer rivet to tilt head up or down
Powder coated steel construction is durable and corrosion resistant
Snap-up lever eases installation by reducing lifting required by trailer jack
System includes head assembly, adjustable shank, spring bars, sway control brackets, lift handle, pin and clip, and all necessary hardware
Hitch ball sold separately - requires 1-1/4" diameter shank
1-7/8" Thin walled socket (EQ70-00-4800 - sold separately) recommended for hitch ball installation
Specs:
Tongue weight: 400 lbs - 800 lbs
Gross towing weight: 8,000 lbs
Fits: 2" x 2" trailer hitch receivers rated for use with weight distribution systems
Sway control bracket positioning: 24" - 27" back from center of coupler
Maximum trailer frame height: 6"
Shank length:
8" From center of hitch pin hole to center of adjustment holes
9" From center of hitch pin hole to front of shank
7" From center of hitch pin hole to back of shank
12" Overall
Total height adjustment along shank: 7-1/2"
Maximum rise: 5-3/4"
Maximum drop: 2-1/4"
Overall height: 8-1/2"
Holes are spaced 1-1/4" apart on center
10-Year warranty
Included w/ System
Required - Sold Separately
Optional Add-Ons
Weight Distribution Head
2 Sway Control Brackets
2 Spring Bars
Snap-Up Lever
Spacer Rivet and Washers
Necessary Installation Hardware
Hitch Ball w/ 1-1/4" Diameter Shank
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Create a more stable ride for your tow vehicle and trailer with a weight distribution hitch. Adding spring bars to your towing system applies leverage, which transfers the load that is pushing down on the rear of your vehicle to all the axles on both your tow vehicle and your trailer, resulting in an even distribution of weight throughout. The result is a smooth, level ride, as well as the ability to tow the maximum capacity of your hitch.
Selecting a Weight Distribution System
The tongue weight rating is the most important factor in determining which size weight distribution system you should use. If the bars of the system you choose are rated too high for your setup, they will create a rigid ride, which can result in a bouncing trailer. If, on the other hand, the bars are not rated high enough, the system will be unable to properly distribute the weight, rendering it virtually useless.
To determine the proper weight rating for a weight distribution system, you must first determine your trailer's tongue weight. Then add to that the weight of the cargo behind the rear axle of your tow vehicle. These two measurements make up the tongue weight rating for a weight distribution system.
Fastway e2 Sway Control
The two points of sway control within the e2 are created by the steel-on-steel friction that occurs when the spring bars slide within the L-brackets that are mounted on the trailer tongue. Most traditional weight distribution systems have spring bars that are suspended by chains. Although this ensures that the system is not so rigid as to create bounce in the trailer, it also allows a good deal of side-to-side play in the system.
The direct friction that is applied to the spring bars in the e2 system helps to stop sway once it has begun. The concept is similar to the way in which an add-on friction sway control device functions. When each spring bar moves forward or backward, or side to side, it rubs along the bracket, creating friction. The resistance created by this action limits the movement of the spring bar, thus preventing further side-to-side movement of the trailer.
Most add-on units feature some sort of friction material similar to that used in automotive brakes. But the e2 uses direct steel-on-steel contact to create resistance. This is the same sort of friction that is used with locomotives that pull loaded railcars weighing tons. No additional materials are needed. The steel will outlast any of those other materials, providing an extremely durable, functional sway-control system.
94-00-0800 Fast Way e2 Weight-Distribution Hitch - Round Bar - 8K
Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control - Round - 8,000 lbs GTW, 800 lbs TW - FA94-00-0800
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (365 Customer Reviews)
Two points of steel-on-steel friction work to prevent and correct trailer sway in this weight distribution system. Sway control brackets help to ensure that your trailer stays in line with your tow vehicle. Adjustable shank included.
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by: Jay W10/30/2016
Customer service and Shipping were awesome. Finished this up today. Not quite as easy as the videos make it look. Maybe just one more minor adjustment. I will definitely be a returning customer to etrailer.com. Very happy so far.
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Still very happy with the product. It works very well.
Jay W - 11/01/2017
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by: John07/24/2019
Box was beat up by UPS, but hitch was not damaged. In the process of assembling it now. Looks like a great quality hitch. Will follow up after installation.
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Excellent hitch, works great!
John F - 07/25/2020
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by: Charles11/16/2020
Fairly easy to set up. Works well. 912607
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by: Tyler09/24/2020
seems to work well 891886
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by: Robert06/28/2020
Ordered the wrong one called etrailer and got Justin on the line for help he did a little research with the information I gave him and he found the correct set up for me. Product delivery had issues the first time UPS damaged the package and was undeliverable. Called etrailer and a second one was delivered with no issues.
It took a little while to install I had to go to the high school parking lot to get it dialed in the parking lot was more level than my street. Hooked up the trailer took it on a trip it performed great. Thanks Justin and the etrailer staff for the excellent service.
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by: Good Hitch For The Money06/08/2020
This hitch has been performing very well! It was pretty easy to install (once you understand the concept of weight-distribution). It does exactly what you’d expect and the quality is good. My only complaint is the metal tabs used to release the bars from the hitch; they are very thin and slippery.
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Was very easy to assemble and did not take much time. Would recommend that the receiver ball be attached when delivered. Finding a 450 ft/lb torque wrench is very difficult and expensive to buy
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by: Robb05/09/2020
I have no complaints
Works as it shou ld
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by: Sb04/26/2020
One year later, everything is still great. It handles the sway and the load very well. I wish it had an adjustment for the amount of tension like the ones with short sections of chain because I have a toy hauler and my load varies greatly and unloaded, I need almost no tension at all. It’s a trade-off because I don’t need an anti-sway bar when using this hitch. I can also park and maneuver the trailer without all of the pops and clangs that the hitches with adjustable chains have.
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by: Philip01/16/2020
Quick delivery and excellent customer service! I ordered this to tow a travel trailer with my 2007 Tahoe. Works great!
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by: Tyler01/10/2020
This is the second Fastway E2 I have owned . I consider this hitch to be one of the best on the market for value and functionality. People need to keep in mind that proper installation and setup is key to weight distribution hitches . This hitch is easy to install and hook up.
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by: Douglas12/02/2019
The unit works as described. It was shipped in the Fastway box and the box and styrofoam where torn and smashed but all contents were there with only a few paint scuffs. So 5 stars for the hitch and 2 to 3 stars for the shipper/packaging.
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by: Fred09/26/2019
Very heavy duty, works well. 707931
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by: Shawn H09/18/2019
great products and service 708064
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by: Mark07/29/2019
This WD hitch works absolutely great .Was not difficult to install as long as you read and follow the instructions. Also they have a step by step video which is very helpful. It really made a difference and I felt more in control on the road.
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Still works great and made a big difference while towing. Thank you etrailer!!
Mark - 07/30/2020
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by: bruce07/18/2019
Easy to setup good instructions 671997
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by: Brian H.04/13/2019
Wonderful product! Noticed a major difference when towing my 27’ travel trailer. With this you do not need to get out of your truck to disconnect anything to go in reverse. Last but not least, it is very easy to install! If you should have any questions, etrailer has great tutorials to help you along.
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by: Frank H.04/11/2019
This distribution system works great. Easy to hookup and unhook. No more trouble with trucks passing or now, my passing trucks.
Quality product.
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by: Brandon F.02/25/2019
Easy to install and use definitely a must have.
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I didn't know anything about weight distribution and electric brakes . the rep's at E-trailer led me down the right path to give me safety and confidence in any situation I encounter in our travels(7 trips last year). Thank you.
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by: Jordan11/25/2018
Used this product on a Lexus RX350 to tow an AR-One 15rb. Product works as I had hoped. Initial setup was straight forward, following the instructions. Hitch came quickly and parts fit well together. After first camping trip, made a small adjustment on the hitch to "level" trailer. Would recommend this hitch to others.
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by: Tamara11/07/2018
The device is extremely well built but can be difficult to put on and off due to the way the arms connect to the hitch. It is also quite heavy. The good part.....as a new trailer owner it makes me feel safe and secure while towing on the highway. Gives me great peice of mind.
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by: Paul11/06/2018
used these all summer with my new camper. worked fantastic, super easy, no sway at all.
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by: Mark10/03/2018
Easy installation and removal. The hitch does what it is intended to do with the correct adjustments. I would purchase this again if I need to
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by: Craig B.09/28/2018
Very helpful salespeople. Products are priced competitively. Folks in the packaging department need to take more care - my hitch receiver had the powdercoat rubbed off in (3) places and the load leveling hitch destroyed the styrofoam packaging due to the heavy weight of the components. HEY, BUY SOME BUBBLE WRAP! It's cheap and does the trick.
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It sounds like the Fastway e2 # FA94-00-0800 or # FA92-00-0800 is the correct system for your 1/2 full trailer but not for your loaded trailer. You want a system rated for total tongue weight which includes the tongue weight of your trailer and any cargo weight behind the rear axle of your F-150. That total tongue weight will ideally be in the middle of the range of your weight distribution system, so your Fastway e2 is not the correct system for your needs. For a 1000 lb e2 upgrade... view full answer...
The Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control # FA94-00-0800 is a great option for your 2019 Coleman Light LX 1605FB, and I'll explain why.
The ideal weight distribution with sway control system will be one in which your total tongue weight falls somewhere in the middle of the weight distribution system's tongue weight capacity. Total tongue weight (or TTW for short) is the tongue weight of your fully loaded and ready to go trailer plus the weight of any cargo behind the... view full answer...
We have all the replacement parts you need for your Fastway e2 Weight Distribution System # FA94-00-0800, which has an 800 lb tongue weight capacity.
Replacement Round Bar: # FA94-02-0899
Replacement L-Pin: # FA92-03-9205
Replacement L-Pin Clip: # FA92-04-9208 view full answer...
We do indeed carry replacement brackets for the Fastway e2, like # FA94-00-0800.
If all you need is the L bracket, use # FA93-02-5150. The outer link plate is also available as part # FA93-02-5350 and the inner plate is part # FA93-02-5200. The hardware kit is also available as part # FA92-02-9200.
I've provided a photo showing how the pieces go together.
It's recommended that the spring bars be removed if you back the trailer at an angle where you might be in danger of jackknifing. view full answer...
A weight distribution system's rating isn't directly related to the capacities of the tow vehicle. If you make sure the system is appropriate for the loaded trailer's weight and the loaded trailer is within the capacities of the vehicle then you'll be just fine. So your concern here isn't the 500 pounds tongue weight rating of your 2016 Toyota 4Runner.
Instead you need to make sure the system is appropriate for the new trailer. The best way to do this is to find its loaded tongue weight.... view full answer...
By all means, take your children camping! I took a look at the owner's manual for a 2010 Honda Odyssey and it looks like the maximum total trailer weight (the weight of your loaded trailer) you Odyssey can tow is going to depend on the number of occupants.
According to the manual, the number of occupants is calculated at 150 lbs per person, so take that into account, though it seems likely your Odyssey will still have enough capacity for a 2,300 lb trailer, just be mindful of the amount... view full answer...
Yes the stronger bars are compatible! You can upgrade to the Replacement Round Spring Bar for Fastway e2 Weight Distribution Systems - 1,000 lbs TW # FA94-02-1099 on your Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control - Round - 8,000 lbs GTW, 800 lbs TW # FA94-00-0800 as the heavier bars are completely compatible.
I have added a link to a video review of these bars for you to check out. view full answer...
For your Fastway e2 weight distribution system the part # FA92-03-9205 is the correct L-pin and the # FA92-04-9208 is the correct L-pin clip. view full answer...
To use your 2-inch weight distribution setup in a truck that has a 2-1/2-inch hitch you can either add a reducer sleeve like # 58102 or # BWRHXA2182 to the hitch or you can change the shank to the larger size so it directly fits the 2-1/2-inch hitch.
The linked page displays suitable 2-1/2-inch replacement shanks that will work fine with your WD system, such as # EQ90-02-4900 and # EQ90-02-4700. view full answer...
If you fully load your trailer and find it has a tongue weight of 550 lbs and towing weight of 6,200 lbs, then ideally you should choose a weight distribution system's where your tongue weight sits middle-road of the system's capacity. As for a Fastway e2 option, the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution 8,000 lbs GTW, 800 lbs TW - Round Bar # FA94-00-0800 is a good option.
This system has a described tongue weight capacity of 400 lbs - 800 lbs, and your 550 lbs is just slight below halfway... view full answer...
It is not a good idea to use weight distribution with a folding tongue due to the amount of force applied by the spring bars to the trailer. If you were to do it you would need to have a pole tongue adapter such as # RP58393 since the trailer does not have a traditional A-Frame.
The other issue is that you would need a system rated much higher. This is because when you calculate tongue weight for weight distribution you have to add in the weight of anything loaded behind the rear axle... view full answer...
Spring bars of weight distribution systems like the part # FA94-00-0800 are designed to put a great deal of tension on the bar hangers. What is recommended to do is use the trailer jack to raise the trailer up (while connected to tow vehicle hitch ball), so that the spring bars can then be easily installed on the hangers with the included lift handle?
Once connected you would then be able to lower the jack. view full answer...
Both round and trunnion bar systems are equally as effective, but a round bar system won't have as much ground clearance under it as a trunnion bar system. This is because the bars attach to the weight distribution head from underneath. If your tow vehicle is a full sized pick-up or SUV, a round bar system would work just fine. If you're towing with a small crossover or a minivan (anything with little ground clearance) you'd definitely want to go with a trunnion bar system. Typically trunnion... view full answer...
A properly-rated and correctly-installed trailer weight distribution/sway control (WD/SC) system can make a big difference in the handling and feel of your travel trailer towing setup. WD/SC hitches can correct for vehicle rear-end sag, which tends to degrade both steering and braking performance, and they also reduce the sway-inducing effects of passing semi trucks that blast you and your trailer with substantial air pressure as they go by. All in all the right setup will make your towing... view full answer...
Weight Distribution (WD) systems are great, but it can be difficult to find one with the correct range sometimes.
You are heading in the right direction when it comes to figuring out what WD system you will need based off of your Tongue Weight (TW) and Gross Trailer Weight (GTW). You will also need to add the weight of any cargo that sits behind the rear axle of your 2012 Silverado 1500 into the mix as well. When you add the TW of your loaded and ready-to-go trailer plus the weight... view full answer...
The best way to determine what system will work for you is to know what your total tongue weight is. The total tongue weight is the tongue weight of your fully-loaded-ready-to-tow trailer added to the weight of any cargo you place behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. You will then want to find a system where your total tongue weight falls near the middle of the tongue weight range for the system. Getting a system that is too small will be useless, but getting a system that is too big... view full answer...
Fastway is made by Equal-I-zer so I recommend one of the Equal-I-zer 2-1/2 inch shanks:
Shank # EQ90-02-4900 has a 10 inch rise or 6 inch drop
Shank # EQ90-02-4800 has an 8 inch rise or 4 inch drop
Shank # EQ90-02-4700 has a 7 inch rise or 3 inch drop
I have linked a video review on one. The others will have the same features with the difference being the amount of rise and drop each offers.
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When it comes to ground clearance the preferred type of weight distribution (WD) hitch is the trunnion style, such as # RP66542 from Reese. Trunnion spring bars attach to the head unit from the side rather than from the bottom like round bar systems like the Fastway # FA94-00-0800 and so they provide better ground clearance. The linked article on WD systems may be helpful to you as it explains the features of various systems. For a 600-lb TW Reese system # RP66083 is a great choice. All... view full answer...
You will want to set the trailer on the hitch ball by itself first without the WD system attached to let the auto-level do it's thing.
Once settled then you would go about setting up the system. For more information on that check out the install video I attached plus the install instructions link that is attached as well. view full answer...
When trying to remove the spring bars on the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution System, # FA94-00-0800, you should use your trailer jack to relieve the tension on the weight distribution system. By raising the trailer tongue, you are taking some of the tongue weight of the hitch. With the tongue weight lowered, the tension on the bars will be lowered and then you will be able to use the included tool to remove the spring bars from the L-brackets.
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The # FA92-02-9200 Replacement Hardware Kit for Fastway Sway Control Brackets includes two of the # FA92-03-9205 L-Pins. The replacement hardware kit is designed for the Fastway e2 weight distribution hitch, so it will indeed work with the system you have.
I'll link you to some weight distribution FAQ articles that I hope you'll find informative. view full answer...
I spoke to my contact at Fastway and he informed me that on a shorter wheelbase vehicle like your 2003 Ford Expedition a good starting point would be 5-6 washers, but the reason they do not list a recommended amount in the instructions is because the amount of washers required varies based on the application.
The easiest way to get the spring bars off is to use the trailer jack to raise the coupler when connected to a trailer so that the spring bar tension is relieved and can easily... view full answer...
To choose a weight distribution system you will need to go by the total tongue weight of the set up. This is calculated by taking the tongue weight of the trailer, when loaded and ready to tow, and adding to that the weight of anything loaded behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle.
On a trailer that weighs up to 5,600 pounds the tongue weight will likely be 560 to 850 pounds which is 10 to 15 percent of the gross trailer weight. If you keep the total tongue weight under 800 pounds then... view full answer...
Your Springdale 179QBWE trailer has a GVWR of 6030 lbs and a dry weight hitch weight of 530 lbs. You will want to check the tongue weight of the trailer fully loaded and add any cargo weight behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle to get your total tongue weight for your weight distribution system.
You want to shoot for the middle of the weight rating on the weight distribution system for best towing. The Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control - Round - 8,000 lbs... view full answer...
I'll start this off by saying that you are correct in saying that you generally want your tongue weight to be between 10-15% of the total weight of your fully loaded trailer. The overall capacity of the hitch is really not nearly as important as the tongue weight range, and when you're choosing a weight distribution system you want that tongue weight to be towards the middle of the tongue weight range prescribed for that particular weight distribution system. It should also be noted that... view full answer...
The Fastway e2 Weight Distribution System, # FA94-00-0800, has a built in sway control system and will not support additional sway control systems.
A few things that you can check to help with sway issues is to make sure the tongue weight of your trailer is about 10 to 15 percent of your gross trailer weight by adding more weight to the front of the trailer. Too much weight at the back of the trailer can cause trailer sway as well.
You could also raise the L-brackets or add washers... view full answer...
The best way to choose a weight distribution system is to determine your total tongue weight. The total tongue weight includes the loaded and ready to tow tongue weight of your trailer plus the weight of any cargo loaded in the back of your truck behind the rear axle.
Based on the dry weight and GVWR of your trailer, I would estimate your trailer's tongue weight to be around 400 lbs to 600 lbs loaded. The total tongue weight could be higher depending on what cargo you load behind the... view full answer...
It sounds to me that the Fastway e2 # FA94-00-0800 is not adjusted correctly or you have it overloaded, like you said.
To determine if the 800 pound tongue weight rating is enough find out the exact tongue weight of your loaded and ready to tow trailer. Not just what the sticker says it's rated for. The sticker will give you the dry tongue weight. Also add in the amount of weight behind your rear axle of your van to the trailer's tongue weight and this is what your system should be... view full answer...
I looked up the towing capacity of your 2007 Nissan Pathfinder and it appears to have a 6,000 lb towing capacity. Which a 4,140 lb trailer would have no problem with. The Weight Distribution System part # FA94-00-0800 that you referenced would be a great option too since it has a tongue weight range of 550-750 lb and your tongue weight is 560 lb.
For a 2 inch ball you would want part # A-90 and for a 2-5/16 inch ball # 19286. view full answer...
Since your truck has a lift, and without a lift it sits up pretty high I would recommend a shank that fits the 2.5 inch hitch size with a bit more drop in the shank like the # EQ90-02-4900 which can do a drop of up to 6 inches or the part # EQ94FR which has a 9 inch drop. view full answer...
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