Selecting Replacement Shank for Curt Weight Distribution System
Updated 03/21/2017 | Published 03/20/2017 >
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I need a shank for my weight distribution setup for my camper and I use a regular 6inch and its pretty level with that so what shank in curt do I need Ive tried looking but I get confused on reviews saying it wasnt enough and what not I would need at least 6in but no more then 8in and I dont want it hanging low
asked by: Kody B
Expert Reply:
All Curt 2-inch weight distribution shanks are displays on the linked page. These offer varying amounts of drop and rise depending on the type of system you have, round bar or trunnion bar.
Curt shank # 17120 will give 6-1/8-inches of drop with round bars but only 5-3/4-inches of drop if your system uses trunnion bars. Overall height is 10-3/4-inches. 12-inch tall shank # C17121 offers 7-1/2-inches of drop with round bars and 7-inches with trunnions, as does the 10-inch tall shank # C17122.
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Curt Weight Distribution Shank - 10" Long - 5-3/4" or 6-1/8" Drop - 1,500 lbs TW
- Accessories and Parts
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Shanks
- 1400 lbs TW
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Round - 6 Inch Drop
- Trunnion - 5 Inch Drop
- Round - 10 Inch Rise
- Trunnion - 9 Inch Rise
- CURT
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