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Old 09-01-2015, 06:31 AM   #367
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Drives: '16 C7 Z51
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Location: Redmond, WA
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I've been busy with the logistics:

I finally replaced my truck with an SUV (Durango Limited w/ tow package).

Since it's shorter than a full size truck, it will be impacted more by the weight of the trailer at the tongue. I decided this is time to make it bulletproof (i.e. weight is distributed equally among axles, and the fronts have full traction for maneuvering). Enter, weight distribution hitch!


The rear camera's trail is also very helpful in mating with the hitch. It makes it a rather trivial task. I might even consider not using my trailer valet for the mating:


Unfortunately, the shank to adjust for the height of the trailer tongue was too short. I've read on the web that Harbor Freight's brand (Haul Master) does not provide any accessories, so I was out of luck. I did carefully measure every dimension of the shank, and then started comparing with other shanks. To my amazement, I realized that not only the shank, but pretty much the whole kit is almost identical to CURT Manufacturing's weight distribution hitch. Long story short, I ordered their longer shank, which I should get by Wednesday. I have a track day on Saturday, and I need to be ready by then.

CURT Weight Distribution Shank #17121


I'm not sure if I should use the Miata or the Camaro. It will be a tough call this time, since they're both very much ready!
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