2.5 to 2 inch sleeve
Why do the sleeves say "Not to be used with WD hitch"? This makes no sense to me. Are there different types of sleeves?
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- The sleeve that came with my Ram doesn't say anything on it. It works fine but I've never pulled a trailer with a WDH. Don't see why it would be an issue, though.
- I can't remember if my sleeve says that or not. I use it anyway and have had no issues.
- Our 2015 F350' hitch has a weight listed for an adapter or without an adapter
weight distributing
without adaptor (2.5") drawbar 19,000lbs 1,900lbs
With adaptor (2") drawbar 12.500lbs 1,250lbs - Best to get a new drawbar.
time2roll wrote:
Best to get a new drawbar.
That would be nice but not really an option with most WDH manufacturers.- chiefcamper, I have the same truck as you. 2015 Silverado 2500HD with the 6.0 engine and 4.10 gears. I use weight distribution with my Heartland Trailrunner and I'm close to 9,000 LBS loaded and have a hitch weight of about 1,100 pounds. Never had any issues at all with the 2" sleeve.
ScottG wrote:
time2roll wrote:
Best to get a new drawbar.
That would be nice but not really an option with most WDH manufacturers.
IMO that is PURE BUNK ... The two major WDH manufacurers both have 2 1/2 in drawbars for their WDH systems. AFAIK all the 2 1/2" drawbars still have a 2" section where the actual hitch head is mounted so they are universal to all hitch heads, just like the smaller 2" drawbars are. Also those drawbars could be used on any other brand WDH system so your statement is AFAIK "FLAT OUT WRONG" in all respects.
Larry- As noted prior, the oem Mopar sleeve does not have any warnings on it. I plan on using mine with wdh. If i have any issues i may buy a 2.5" drop shank. I don't see it as a safety issue though. Just my opinion
- The sleeve it self does not have the warning, but the owners manual does, and most hitch manufactures do as well. the sleeve is too short to use on a WDH, it does not give full support of the shank.
eHoefler wrote:
.. the sleeve is too short to use on a WDH, it does not give full support of the shank.
Ditto. The sleeve that came with my 2009 Silverado is short. I've never used it because I upgraded to a Torklift Hitch so I could use their SuperTruss extension (to tow while my truck camper is onboard). It's 2".
