Shanks Available For Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution Hitches To Fit a 2-1/2" Trailer Hitch Receiver

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Question:

I have a 2 1/2 inch hitch. Do you offer equalizer 4 way with 2 1/2 inch shank?

asked by: Patrick M

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Expert Reply:

If you do not want to use a Reducer # C45405 with the 2" shank on the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System # EQ37140ET, we do carry the same hitch system with a shank as item # EQ37141ET. Then you will be able to select for the list below of our 2-1/2" shanks depending on the drop you need.

Up to 3" Drop # EQ90-02-4700
Up to 4" Drop # EQ90-02-4800
Up to 6" Drop # EQ90-02-4900
Up to 9" Drop # EQ94FR
Up to 12" Drop # EQ34FR

expert reply by: Bud M

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Answer 1

Hello Jim, thanks for reaching out. The Weigh Safe Anti-Rattle Reducer Sleeve #WS79ZR is indeed rated to be compatible with the receiver on your 2024 F-350 pulling your Mini Winnie trailer. The reducer sleeve will work with any 2-1/2" hitch to…

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Answer 2

Hi William; you can definitely swap out your shank with #BXW4028 which fits a 2-1/2" receiver. There is no need to completely replace your weight distribution system. Another alternative is to get a reducer like the Blue Ox Hitch Reducer Sleeve…

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Answer 3

Hey Tony, yes you can use the Weigh Safe Anti-Rattle Reducer Sleeve part #WS79ZR with a weight distribution system like your Weigh Safe.

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Answer 4

If you are using a reducer sleeve such as Curt Reducer Sleeve 2-1/2" to 2" #C45405 or Blue Ox Hitch Reducer Sleeve - 2-1/2" to 2" Trailer Hitch #BX88187, then you will not have an issue as this style does not typically reduce the…

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Answer 5

In order to choose the correct weight distribution system for your 2014 Airstream International and your 2016 Ford F-250 we will need to find your total tongue weight (TTW). Total tongue weight is calculated by adding the loaded ready to tow tongue…

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Answer 6

The Blue Ox 2 inch to 2.5 inch hitch adapter part #BX88187 doesn't have a collar on it and fits flush with the hitch opening so it would work better with your current anti-rattle and we've also found that it's a tighter fit in general…

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Answer 7

Hey Ernie, what you will need is the Weigh Safe Anti Rattle Hitch Reducer part #WS79ZR which is a hitch reducer like you are needing that comes with a built in anti-rattle device that will prevent the noise you are trying to avoid.

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Answer 8

The etrailer Magnetic Hitch Receiver Reducer Sleeve #e28JR is indeed magnetic. Now the whole thing is not magnetic, there are simply two magnets built in to the bottom of the adapter. See the picture below. We chose to add magnets as a…

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Answer 9

That's a good question, and there's an interesting reason why there are the long holes on the side of the etrailer Magnetic Hitch Receiver Reducer Sleeve - 2-1/2" to 2" Hitch #e28JR. Using a regular reducer sleeve requires you to…

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Answer 10

The Blue Ox Hitch Reducer Sleeve - 2-1/2" to 2" Trailer Hitch #BX88187 you were looking at does not reduce the capacities of your trailer hitch receiver and it is perfectly compatible with the Blue Ox BXW1200 weight distribution hitch. This…

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Answer 11

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 12

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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