{"product_id":"bxw4039-trackpro-2-1-2-receiver-weight-distribution-shank-9-hole","title":"BXW4039, TrackPro 2-1\/2″ Receiver Weight Distribution Shank, 9 Hole","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9 Hole adjustment X 9”\u003cbr\u003eWorks in raised or dropped position.\u003cbr\u003eFor 2-1\/2” receivers.\u003cbr\u003eMaximum tongue weight: 2,000 lbs.\u003cbr\u003eMaximum trailer weight: 20,000 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"specifications\" id=\"product-specifications\"\u003eEvenly distributes weight over axles of the tow vehicle and trailer\u003cbr\u003eManages sway caused by bad roads, wind, and weather\u003cbr\u003eCaster in the hitch head constantly centers the trailer\u003cbr\u003eSpring bars augment the suspensions of the tow vehicle \u0026amp; trailer\u003cbr\u003eRigid L-brackets provide additional points of sway controlling friction\u003cbr\u003eBackup without disconnecting\u003cbr\u003ePowder coat over e-coat finish.  Steel construction.\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Do You Need a Weight Distributing Hitch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eA weight distribution hitch does just what the name says — it evenly distributes the weight of your payload. It works by using adjustable spring bars and tension to distribute the load of the trailer tongue to the trailer and the tow vehicle axles.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Much Can You Tow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eIf your receiver hitch is rated for use with weight distribution, the weight distribution system will allow you to tow at the maximum capacity of the receiver hitch. Weight distribution doesn’t “increase” your receiver’s capacity so much as it will enable the hitch to be used at its maximum capacity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container-fluid\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eGenerally, most people who choose to tow something try to keep the total weight at around 80 percent of their vehicle’s maximum towing capacity. This is the best way to make sure you don’t cause damage to your vehicle or increase the potential for accidents or difficulty hauling the trailer.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Happens if You Tow More Than Capacity?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMax towing capacity should not be taken lightly. Exceeding what your vehicle is designed to tow can strain your engine and transmission, accelerate brake wear, damage your tires, and even warp your chassis. This could trigger catastrophic failure while driving and lead to property damage or severe injury.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container-fluid\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Does Trailer Tongue Weight Mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe tongue weight is the static force the trailer tongue exerts on the hitch ball. For instance, if a 2,000-pound conventional trailer is loaded with 1,000 pounds of cargo, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eproper tongue weight o\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ef the loaded trailer should be between 300 and 450 pounds or 10-15 percent of the loaded 3,000-pound total. A tongue scale will confirm actual tongue weight.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6019\/0853\/files\/DESCTIP_PIC.jpg?v=1777568300\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/B2KKI6KjMHw?si=i75-fD9RvW1o77gY\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"BLUE OX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46180352524449,"sku":"BXW4039","price":399.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6019\/0853\/files\/PRODUCTCARD_16_91c79ff5-4874-487a-a946-2b36486567a7.png?v=1777669678","url":"https:\/\/leduchitch.com\/products\/bxw4039-trackpro-2-1-2-receiver-weight-distribution-shank-9-hole","provider":"Leduc Hitch \u0026 Truck Accessories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}