How Do I Lower My Weight Distribution If My Truck Has a Lift

Updated 02/27/2026 | Published 02/25/2026

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Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution Shank for 2" Hitches - 12" Long - 9 Hole Adjustment

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$272.38

etrailer High-Low Fixed Adapter for Tow Bars - 2" Hitch - 2" Rise/Drop - 10K GTW

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$75.78

Question:

Can this adapter be used with a weight distribution hitch? My Sierra AT4, has a factory 2” lift. I need to the hitch height to connect my Eaz-lift r3 weight distribution hitch at the correct height. Wanted to be sure this adapter can handle the pressure that the weight distribution hitch will put on it. It’s a 6000lb hitch pulling a 5000lb trailer.

asked by: Anthony V

Expert Reply:

Hey, Anthony!

The etrailer High-Low adapter # e85ZV can't be used to tow a trailer, so it wouldn't be able to be used with weight distribution. I looked into the Eaz-Lift R3 system that you have, and the shank that comes with it only has a 3/4" drop. You can get a different shank that would give you more of a drop. The Blue Ox part # BXW4003 should give you a 4" max drop.

The Eaz-Lift R3 is unique in that round bar systems usually hang low, but yours sit up over the head. So the Blue Ox mount may give you a slightly different drop, but you can adjust it so it sits where you need it to.

Are you hauling a trailer or a camper?

expert reply by: Gwendolyn Y