Gen-Y or Shocker Hitch Cushioned Weight Distribution Shank Recommendation

Updated 05/19/2025 | Published 05/15/2025

Products Featured in This Question

Gen-Y Torsion Weight Distribution Shank - 2" Hitches - 6-1/2" Drop/Rise - 1,100 lbs TW

(3)

$689.95

Shocker Air Equalizer for Weight Distribution Hitch - 2" Hitch - 12K - 4" Drop

$749.99

Question:

I have a 2020 Ford F150 Lariat 3.5L Ecoboost HD towing. I am towing a 2021 Crossroads Sunset Trail 289QB. I have the Andersen No Sway Weight Distribution Hitch with the 4” . I am looking to see if the Shocker Hitch or Gen-Y Torsion hitch would be a good purchase and which one would work the best for me if any at all?

asked by: Brian H

Expert Reply:

Hey Brian, a cushioned shank for your weight distribution system like the Gen-Y part # GY54FR or the Shocker part # SHK77YR are worthwhile upgrades if you are wanting to improve the ride quality of your towing setup.

They are both about the same price but I prefer the Gen-Y just because it's a little simpler overall and you don't ever have to worry about air pressure. Gen-Y even goes as far to say that when you use any of their cushioned ball mount setups you improve fuel mileage as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

Brian H.

5/16/2025

So if I do the Gen Y what setup would I go with for my hitch since it’s the special ball hookup?

Jameson C.

5/19/2025

@BrianH You're right. Andersen uses their own unique shank unlike basically all other WD system manufacturers. Instead you'd want the part # 325-GH-1024 which you could put the shank of your WD system into.