How to use Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System in 2015 Ram 2500 With 2-1/2 Inch Receiver
Published 02/14/2018
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Will the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System w/ 4-Point Sway Control - 12,000 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW Item # EQ37120ET work on a 2015 Ram Power Wagon towing a 2018 Travel Lite Falcon 23TH TOY BOX ? We are concerned that the height of the RAM will not allow for a proper level with your Equal-i-zer. Please let me know if would need and additional equipment the RAM PW comes with a built-in 2.5inch receiver, have to use reducer sleeve to make a 2inch hitch fit. Your help on this is appreciated, Thanks
asked by: John S
Helpful Expert Reply:
It sounds like you will need a certain amount of drop, and there is a way for you to determine that by simply taking a couple measurements. First, make sure both your 2015 Ram 2500 and trailer are parked on level ground; you'll then want to measure from the ground to the top of the inside of your hitch receiver. Next, measure from the ground to the bottom of your trailer's coupler.
If the height of your hitch is greater, you will need a ball mount with that amount of drop. If the height of the coupler is greater, you'll need a ball mount with that amount of rise. For example, if the top of the hitch on your truck measured 12 inches and the bottom of your coupler measured 10 inches, you would need a ball mount with 2 inches of drop.
There is potentially a way for you to kill two birds with one stone in regards to using the Equal-i-zer # EQ37120ET. For your 2-1/2 inch receiver you can simply get a different shank which is also going to give you more drop. The Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution Shank # EQ90-02-4900 fits 2-1/2 inch receivers and offers a maximum drop of 6 inches.
I've added a link to video reviews of the Equal-i-zer system and shank for you to take a look at as well.
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Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System w/ 4-Point Sway Control - 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
- Fits 6 Inch Frame
- Includes Shank
- 2-5/16 Inch Ball
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 1000 lbs
- 1100 lbs
- Equal-i-zer
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