Could Unused Lower Section of Weight Distribution Shank be Cut off
Updated 05/04/2026 | Published 04/23/2021
Question:
Can I cut the excess off of my WD shank? The Reese 49912 RE94FR came with a 12 1/2inch shank. With the ball even with the receiver, no , The excess shank interferes with ground clearance and safety chain movement when turning.
asked by: Craig P
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Expert Reply:
Yes if you wanted to cut off the bottom of the shank of your Reese weight distribution system part # RE94FR that isn't getting used it would have no affect on the higher holes of the shank that are currently being used.
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Brian
4/30/2026
Could I do the same thing to by bulletproof drop hitch . It’s way to close to the ground and would like to shorten it a couple of inches. But I don’t want to weaken the drop. Thanks