Where Do You Measure From On The Trailers Coupler to Install The Pole-Tongue Adapter # EQ95-01-5950?
Updated 02/03/2026 | Published 07/05/2024
Question:
For the tongue pole adaptor, you mention in the video that it need to be install between 27 to 32 inches from the reveiver in the tongue. Do we mesure from the tip of the receiver or the middle, because if I mesure from the tip of the receiver behind my surge brake module I am aleready at 33 inches....
asked by: Etienne F
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Expert Reply:
The measurement for the Pole-Tongue Adapter # EQ95-01-5950 to sit 27"-32" is taken from the rear of the coupler ball cavity. This is where the back of the hitch ball will sit in the coupler.
expert reply by:
Bud M
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Pole-Tongue Adapter for Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution Systems - 14,000 lbs GTW, 1,400 lbs TW
- Accessories and Parts
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Adapters
- Pole Tongue Adapters
- Equal-i-zer
- Equal-i-zer
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Chris R.
2/3/2026
Hey, did measuring from the rear of the coupler ball cavity clear up the placement for your pole-tongue adapter? Knowing how that worked out could help others trying to get the same setup right.