Reese Weight Distribution With Sway Control That Works With 2-1/2 Inch Trailer Hitch Receiver

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Hello, I run a 2013 3500HD with a larger trailer hitch . I have adjustable air bags for load and need to help with sway during cross country travel. I pull a 28 foot equipment hauler and a 28 foot jayco camper. My plan is to have the setup on the truck and have whatever is required on the trailer side, one each. Multiple descriptions show options for a 2 receiver, mine is the larger one. I like Reese products. Please help me determine best product.

asked by: Joseph F

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We can get you set up with a Reese weight distribution with sway control, and that's a smart choice as their Strait-Line models offer superb control due to their dual cam system that control the spring bars and apply pressure and tighten at sudden movement. Getting the right one for two different trailers will be difficult though unless they have a very similar loaded tongue weight, because the correct system would be one in which your trailer's tongue weight falls somewhere in the middle of the weight distribution system's tongue weight capacity.

So there are two options for Reese weight distribution with sway control that can work with a 2-1/2 inch hitch, you will just need to get the shank separately (the shank will work with either system), and you'll want to choose the one that is best for your tongue weight needs:

- Tongue Weight Between 600 lbs & 1,200 lbs: Strait-Line Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control # RP66074

Then for a shank for a 2-1/2 inch hitch you can choose one of the following depending on the rise or drop you need:

- Max 9-1/4 Inch Drop/12 Inch Rise: Curt Weight Distribution Shank for 2-1/2" Hitches # C17132

- Max 6 Inch Drop/10 Inch Rise: Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution Shank - 2-1/2" Hitch # EQ90-02-4900

Finally, you'll also need a hitch ball, and what will work for both systems is the 2-5/16" Hitch Ball # C40008.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Although we do not have one that comes with it under a single product number like the #EQ64FR, it is simple enough to put it together. The Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution #EQ37141ET does not include a shank so you can add whichever one you need. We…

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Answer 2

We have exactly what you are looking for. The correct replacement head assembly for your Reese Strait-Line Weight Distribution Hitch #RP66130 is the Replacement Head for Reese Weight Distribution System - Trunnion Bar #RP58167. Now this assembly does…

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Answer 3

It absolutely does! Because your trailer's tongue weight falls in the middle of the recommended 900-lbs to 1500-lbs range of the Reese Strait-Line Weight Distribution Hitch #RP66130, it's going to be a great solution for your trailer with…

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Answer 4

We do have a variety of Weight Distribution (WD) systems that are compatible with a 2-1/2" hitch receiver like what you have on your 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. I have linked our selection for you to check out. Among the available options we…

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Answer 5

The Curt MV Weight Distribution System with Friction Sway Control System, Item #C17063, comes with a shank for a 2 inch receiver. You will have to add a shank for a 2-1/2 inch receiver like the Curt Weight Distribution Shank, Item #C17131. The Curt…

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Answer 6

To determine the correct Weight Distribution (WD) system for your application you will first need to find what your Total Tongue Weight (TTW) is. Your TTW can be found by adding the Tongue Weight (TW) of your fully loaded and ready-to-tow trailer…

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Answer 7

Yes the Reese Weight Distribution w/out Shank #RP66022 that you referenced is perfectly compatible with the 2-1/2 inch shank part #RP54977 that you also referenced.

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Answer 8

Basically any weight you add to front of a trailer in front of the axles is going to add to the tongue weight. So yes, the weight you added in the master bedroom of your trailer will need to be considered as tongue weight. The tongue weight of the…

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Answer 9

Your 2021 Ram 3500 would have a 2-1/2 inch hitch installed on it so for a shank you'd need to go with the shank that fits this hitch size like the #EQ90-02-4900 with the part #RP66130 which is also rated for more weight than needed as well.

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Answer 10

It's most likely due to the hitch adapter you are using since it's not common at all to see hitch pins bend like you mentioned. Best solution for that would be to swap out your current shank to one that is designed to fit the larger hitch…

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Answer 11

Yes, the Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank #EQ90-02-4900 will work with the Replacement Head for Reese Weight Distribution System #RP58112. Since this Reese weight distribution system does not use stacked washers for changing the angle of the ball mount…

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Answer 12

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Reese Weight Distribution With Sway Control That Works With 2-1/2 Inch Trailer Hitch Receiver

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