Selecting Replacement Shank for Reese Weight Distribution System
Updated 09/12/2016 | Published 09/09/2016
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Question:
The weight distribution is still to high even on its lowest setting by 4inch to meet the trailer height? What am I doing wrong?
asked by: Kathy
Expert Reply:
If the adjustment range on the head/shank of your weight distribution system does not allow you to lower it enough for the trailer to remain level when hitched then you will need to select a new shank that has 4-inches more drop than the one you're using now.
For a Reese trunnion type WD system like # RP66084 which you referenced you could use a shank like # RP3344 which offers up to 8-5/8-inches of drop. All WD shanks are shown on the linked page.
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Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 12,000 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Trunnion Bar
- Fits 3 Inch Frame
- Fits 4 Inch Frame
- Fits 5 Inch Frame
- Includes Shank
- Top-Mount
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 1000 lbs
- 1100 lbs
- 700 lbs
- 800 lbs
- 900 lbs
- Reese
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