Can I Replace the 2" Ball on My Andersen Weight Distribution Hitch With a 2-5/16" Ball?
Updated 08/27/2026 | Published 08/22/2026
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Hello I recently purchased an Andersen wdh with 2 ball hitch. My RV dealer was misinformed and I actually need a 2 5/16 ball. Is there any way I can switch out just the ball portion or the whole unit for the correct size?
asked by: Travis F
Expert Reply:
Hello Travis,
Congrats on the new camper, and welcome to etrailer!
Since you just purchased your Andersen weight distribution hitch from us, I know you have the newer version with the silver zinc-plated tension plate, which is the plate underneath the ball housing, so I have some good news! You do not need to replace the whole hitch.
You will just need the Replacement 2-5/16" Weight Distribution Ball for Andersen Weight Distribution Hitches # AN23VR. You can swap out your current 2" ball for the 2-5/16" ball and keep the rest of your setup exactly as it is.
I am looking into if we can do the swap, we will be reaching out. But in case you want to just buy the extra ball, then you could have both =)
Is this your first pull behind camper? Where's the first big adventure?
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Andersen Weight Distribution Hitch w Sway Control - 4" Drop/Rise - 10K GTW, 1.4K TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Chain Style
- Fits 3 Inch Frame
- Fits 4 Inch Frame
- Fits 5 Inch Frame
- Fits 6 Inch Frame
- Includes Shank
- 2 Inch Ball
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 1300 lbs
- Andersen
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