Adding Rise to a Reese Round Bar Weight Distribution Hitch

Updated 09/20/2021 | Published 09/19/2021

Products Featured in This Question

2-5/16" Hitch Ball w/ 2" Rise - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - Raw - 25K

(510)

$43.58

Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank - 12" Long - 10" Rise, 6" Drop - 600 to 1,400 lbs TW

(498)

$186.43

Question:

I have a round bar system that was supplied when I purchased my RV. It was installed on my GMC Yukon. I switched to a GMC Sierra 1500 which has a lower receiver hitch. I have moved the hitch platform to the highest set of holes on the 90 degree receiver bar. My trailer is angled down at the hitch by about 2 inches. Would a hitch ball with a rise work with my Reese system to level my trailer?

asked by: Todd T

Expert Reply:

I recommend adding a shank with a taller rise. The Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution Shank item # EQ90-02-4300 has a 10 inch rise. This shank has a 600 to 1,400 lbs tongue weight and is compatible with Reese weight distribution systems.

expert reply by: Jerred H