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Curt Welded Weight Distribution Shank 7" - 10 Hole Adjustment
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Curt Welded Weight Distribution Shank 7" - 10 Hole Adjustment

Part Number: C17123
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This shank offers both rise and drop positions. It measures 7" from the hitch pin hole to the bolt holes. 10 Bolt holes let you adjust the height of your weight distribution system. Powder coated steel resists corrosion. 1-800-940-8924 to order CURT accessories and parts part number C17123 or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all CURT products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Curt Welded Weight Distribution Shank 7" - 10 Hole Adjustment. Accessories and Parts reviews from real customers.
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CURT Accessories and Parts - C17123

  • Weight Distribution Hitch
  • Shanks
  • Fits 2 Inch Hitch
  • CURT
  • Round - 8 Inch Drop
  • Trunnion - 8 Inch Drop
  • Round - 12 Inch Rise
  • Trunnion - 11 Inch Rise
  • 1500 lbs TW
  • 15000 lbs GTW

This shank offers both rise and drop positions. It measures 7" from the hitch pin hole to the bolt holes. 10 Bolt holes let you adjust the height of your weight distribution system. Powder coated steel resists corrosion.


Features:

  • Shank slides into your hitch receiver and provides the attachment point for your weight distribution systems head assembly
    • Designed for use with Curt weight distribution systems
  • 10 Adjustment points for attaching the head assembly
    • Lets you level your trailer with your tow vehicle
  • Drop or rise positions available to fit your application
  • Welded steel construction is durable
  • Black powder coat finish resists rust and corrosion


Specs:

  • Application: 2" x 2" trailer hitch receivers
  • Weight capacity: 15,000 lbs
  • Tongue weight: 1,500 lbs
  • Overall shank height: 13-1/4"
    • Holes are spaced 1-1/4" apart on center
  • Overall distance from front of shank to back of receiver: 11"
  • Maximum drop:
    • Round bar system: 8-1/2"
    • Trunion bar system: 8-1/4"
  • Maximum rise:
    • Round bar system: 12-3/4"
    • Trunion bar system: 11-1/2"
  • Distance from center of shank pin hole to back of adjustment shank: 6"
  • Distance from center of adjustment holes to center of shank pin hole: 7"
  • Distance from front of shank to center of shank pin hole: 8"
  • 1-Year limited warranty


Dimensions


17123 Curt Manufacturing Weight Distribution Shank - 7" - 10 Hole





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Curt Welded Weight Distribution Shank 7" - 10 Hole Adjustment - C17123

Average Customer Rating:  4.9 out of 5 stars   (229 Customer Reviews)

This shank offers both rise and drop positions. It measures 7" from the hitch pin hole to the bolt holes. 10 Bolt holes let you adjust the height of your weight distribution system. Powder coated steel resists corrosion.

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etrailer delivered on time as promised and I had no problems with the order. The product was as described and works perfectly with my Husky Centerpoint hitch. The large adjustment range lets me level my trailer when towing with my 3/4 ton Silverado. I have now towed my trailer about 15,000 miles with it and had no problems.

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Armas

10/25/2020

I an still using the shank and am very pleased with the performance. I expect to use it for many years to come.



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It is exactly what they described it to be. Very happy with etrailer,I recommend them very highly, I put down the wrong address so i emailed them and they got it corrected with no delay on the delivery,and called to inform me they took care of it. Great place to do business with. Now I can go camping

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Rick S.

9/8/2018

Still working great, my camper pulls nice and level. And I still highly recommend etrailer.



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Great product! Had to have a lot of drop from truck to make trailer level, product is heavy duty and has been great pulling several thousand miles so far, definitely would buy again!



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It works, giving me the extra height needed. One problem I had to overcome was the depth the shank had to be inserted to line up the hitch pin holes: the welded brace hit the back edge of the bumper, so I had to modify the bumper by cutting a groove in the plastic bumper cover of my brand new truck. I did have a lot of play between the shank and hitch receiver, but a few wraps of foil tape snugged it up.



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I recently bought a new truck (Ram 2500 3/4 ton). My old truck was a Ram 1500 1/2 ton. My Husky hitch was fine on the 1500 truck, but not on the 2500, it sits a LOT higher off the ground. I needed a drop hitch that fit my Husky, and you guys HAVE IT. It worked out great, first trip out today with it, everything level and no sag on truck or camper. As stated in your catalog, this Curt brand DOES fit my Husky brand, NO PROBLEM. Thank you, what a life saver on not having to buy a whole new hitch.



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Ordered on Tuesday and in my hand on Thursday. Love this company

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Blaine

12/15/2024

Still working great. Very heavy duty



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This is one heavy duty weight distribution shank. I am very happy with etrailer, Now I have all Curt equipment on the truck, and super fast delivery. A+ job thank you



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Very good quality, heavy duty construction and nice finish. Recently changed tow vehicle and needed to add more drop. This shank did the job.



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Exactly what I was looking for. Plenty of room for the adjustment needed. Excellent quality product, well fabricated. Very good customer service and speedy delivery time. Ordered on a Monday morning and had the part before 1pm the next day.

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Tim C.

5/4/2018

The part I ordered works perfect and we’re ready to begin another season of hauling our 27’ camper tomorrow.



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Was exactly what I was looking for.



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This is a good drop shank if you have a truck that is leveled with oversized tires.



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I recently purchased a 2015 Tahoe and since the trailer hitch is positioned above the bumper as opposed to my 2000 Tahoe which has the hitch located below the bumper, I had to find and purchase a new receiver. I found this product at etrailer and it fits perfectly. It is compatible with the Drawtite weight distribution ball.

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Ucsfsmile

7/13/2016

Great!



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I needed a weight distribution system and quickly realized that Curt was the best around. You get what you pay for so why not get the best!? Very simple to install and with the correct routine maintenance this will last forever, Shipping was fast and box was In good shape when it arrived.



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Every time I place an order with etrailer I know it will be correct. The service is great, Thank you!



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Needed a new shank as I bought the Class 5 hitch for my dodge,, I bought the class 5 that fit under the stock hitch and wish I had not, but after thought etc,, should have just removed the class 3 and bought a different 5,., all in all worked out but a new shank because my hitch was now lower than what it was, I probably didnt need a new one because after all the measuring etc,, ( Have to go to a parking lot as I live in dirt) to make it level, worked out fine.

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Richard

2/16/2018

Still good thanks



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After shopping around for a hitch ,I was recommended to etrailer by a friend and found exactly the hitch I needed at a much better price than all the other places that I had looked at,even for the same brand and model of hitch !!

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Nickolas

11/15/2021

excellent quality, worked great and was major improvement towing my race car



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My initial review of the hitch’s quality and finish is impressive. However, I haven’t had the opportunity to hook it up to the trailer yet due to our current snow conditions. That being said, my transfer of my previous receiver looks flawless to this one and should work very well. Going from a Tundra to a Ram 2500, there is a significant height difference. All my measurements in the garage look to be just what I needed. I’m very confident I’ve made the correct purchase!



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This product fit my needs for lowering my hitch point to make the trailer tow level. Absolutely no problems!

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John

7/8/2019

Still working fine.



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The shank was not in stock when I ordered it and I was concerned it wouldn't come in time for my camping trip. I sent an email asking about the delivery date and I received a response the same day letting me know when it would be received from the manufacturer and shipped to me. I did receive it exactly when they said and also got an email letting me know when it shipped. It was a pleasure dealing with etrailer!!

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Jeffrey

5/16/2019

Its a shank, what can I say. It was exactly what I needed and its still towing my trailer perfectly.



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I ordered this item to help raise the hitch ball about four inches on my 2006 GMC Sierra 1500. The truck sits low normally and my attempt to tow a 4700 LB. trailer only made the back end lower. I was 6 inches too low from being level to tow. To compensate, I installed a Firestone Air lift system to level out the truck bed, giving me 4" of height at 50 psi plus reversing the shank and adjusting the ball height two more inches corrected the problem!
The combination of the two items now gives me a level tow! I recommend both products for any similar mismatches between truck and trailer.



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After getting a new truck that sets a little higher I thought I would have to buy a complete new weight distribution hitch. I was able to find just the shank part at etrailer.



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The product arrived in great shape in spite of the box having broken down and had been repaired.
The drop hitch looked of excellent quality and I was able to install on my weight distribution hitch easily.
Your website is very informational and easy to navigate.
Overall it was a pleasure doing business with etrailer.
Thank you very much.



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Great quality with more room than needed. Nice coat of paint



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Heavy and solid, extremely well built. 100% what I need.



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etrailer customer service is outstanding. I needed a long drop down receiver for my lifted truck and Meghan L talked with me on the phone for about 45 minutes. We did measurements and looked for a while to make my trailer ride level. Meghan was very helpful and the product has been top quality. Thank you for all your help.


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