Needing a Weight Distribution Hitch That Will Provide for a 3 Inches of More Drop
Updated 04/14/2017 | Published 04/13/2017 >
Question:
I have a pro-series 63970 shank will this #17120 work with my wds because I need 3 more inches of drop. I have a 2016 jeep cherokee V3.2
asked by: Denis S
Helpful Expert Reply:
The hitch shank that you currently have, 63970, has been replaced by Reese Hitch Shank # RP54970. This hitch shank will provide 2 inches of drop using round bars and 1-/14 inch drop using trunnion bar on your weight distribution system.
The Curt Hitch Shank, # 17120, will increase the drop on round bars to 6-1/8 inches. If you use the trunnion bars, then the drop will increase to 5-3/4 inches. This shank will give you the 3 inch additional drop you are looking for on your towing rig.
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Curt Weight Distribution Shank - 10" Long - 5-3/4" or 6-1/8" Drop - 1,500 lbs TW
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- 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
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