Will a Curt Shank Work with a Reese Weight Distribution System

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Is this Curt shank compatible with the Reese SC 1200 lb WD Head?

asked by: Jerry R

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Yes, the Curt weight distribution shank # C17123 can be used with a Reese weight distribution head. Both have 3/4 inch diameter holes spaced 1-1/4 inches apart on center.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

Hey Allie. The shank measures 2-1/2" wide on the Curt Weight Distribution Shank item #C17132. It's designed to fit 2-1/2" x 2-1/2" trailer hitches. The vertical part is 2" wide and works with most weight distribution systems.…

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Answer 2

I recommend the Reese Titan weight distribution shank #RP54977 because it has a 5-3/4 inch maximum drop and 8-1/4 inch rise. The weight distribution head can be mounted so it has a drop of approximately 3 inches. The tongue weight is 1,700 pounds and…

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Answer 3

Hello Phil. It does sound like your 1,200 lb bars are too heavily rated for your trailer. I would be looking at something more like 600-800 lb range for your trailer. Something like the Reese Strait-Line Weight Distribution System #RP66073 would be…

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Answer 4

I spoke to Fastway and the ball holder from the Flash Solid Steel HD Adjustable 2-Ball Mount part #FA49-00-5925 won't work on a weight distribution shank as there would be too much play. That said, I do have an option for you which I have…

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Answer 5

Hello again, Phil. Out of those two options I definitely recommend the Reese Dual Cam II #RP65FR with the no-drill frame brackets. In my experience, any WD system that uses no-drill L-brackets that bolt to the frame is going to be much easier to set…

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Changing the placement of the cam arm assembly on Reese Strait-Line Weight Distribution System #RP66130 by the 2-inches you suggest may reduce the effectiveness of the system. The system's capacity to redistribute the trailer tongue weight…

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Answer 7

The Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution System #RP66560 does not require any additional lubrication other than greasing the coupler. The only other maintenance that is necessary keep the system clean and rust-free so it will be much less than what…

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Answer 8

Yes, the Blue Ox weight distribution shank part #BXW4002 that you referenced uses the same bolt pattern as the Reese weight distribution systems so this would work well for you.

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Answer 9

Some weight distribution shanks are specific to their manufacturer and cannot be used with a system it's not intended for. An example is the Reese #RP54970. To avoid running into a situation that does not fit for a specific application is why we…

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Answer 10

Yes you can! All of our WD shanks, including the Curt #C17121 that you referenced, are compatible with other WD systems. The part where the head of your WD sits is 2" wide and the mounting holes are 1-1/4" apart on center. I have attached a…

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Answer 11

I recommend using the Reese Weight Distribution Shank item #RP69FR. This fits a 2" hitch receiver. It has a maximum drop of 4" and a maximum rise of 9".It is 13-3/4" long. These shank will work perfectly with the Reese Dual Cam II…

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Answer 12

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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