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mrgrim007
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Apr 15, 2021

18" Equal-i-zer Shank - Hitching with Tailgate Down?

Trying to figure out if we can hitch our trailer (on order) to our '14 RAM 3500 with the tailgate down, using an extended shank. Our tailgate will need to be completely down when hitching - we carr...
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mrgrim007
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Apr 21, 2021
Lwiddis wrote:
Does the proposed extended shank have sufficient rating for the weight of your TT?


The 18" shank is rated for up to 1,400 lbs tongue weight, should be plenty.

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