Can Weight Distribution Shank be Used Upside-Down to Keep Trailer Level When Hitched

Updated 05/23/2014 | Published 05/22/2014

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Question:

Can the hitch bar on a Reese weight distributing hitch be turned up side down to adjust the height of the ball from the ground to ensure level towing of a travel trailer?

asked by: Doug R

Expert Reply:

As long as your particular weight distribution shank is not specified as being for Rise-Only or Drop-Only use then it can be used in an inverted position to give you the height adjustment you need to keep your trailer level.

For example, Reese Weight Dist Shank # RP63971 must be used in the drop position only while # RP54970 can be used in either the rise or drop position.

expert reply by: Adam R