Upgraded TV, next steps?

[deewaltguy]

So I upgraded the TV from a RAM 1500 5.7 to the 2500 with the 6.4
first outing scheduled for 2 weeks from now

We have an Equalizer WHD with the 2" shank. The 2500 sits 4-5" higher than the 1500, so we need to drop the ball. If I can use the 2" to 2 1/2" adapter and the height works out, I was hoping not to have to upgrade to the 2 1/2" shank.
Is this a reasonable approach?

Thanks

Rig 267BHSW

[2nOZ]

Yes. My neighbor upgraded from a Tundra to a Ram 2500 diesel and has the Equalizer hitch. We had to reverse the shank and drop the ball but it worked out great.

[wwt]

Yes, you can use the hitch adapter...but.
I also have an Equalizer hitch and I found it a little difficult, but not impossible, to set the angle of the ball because there is too much movement between the hitch, adapter, and shank.
I just didn't like the hassle of the adapter and the extra movement it creates. After three trips I ordered a 2 1/2" shank and im much happier now.

Try the adapter and see how you like it. ...just don't misplace it.

[beechjetpilot1]

We use the adapter. It works and hasn't caused me any issues. Mine fits pretty tightly. We have the same WDH.

[PMC]

No issues using the adapter on a factory ram hitch with an equalizer 2" shank. Did a similar switch from half ton a year ago and just had to lower the ball and that was that.

[sennister]

It is perfectly fine to use the adapter. Worst case is you might have a little more slop in the connection. There is a bit of clearance space between the 2.5" receiver and the 2" adapter and a bit more clearance space between the 2" adapter and the shank. Most of the slop will be in the up down motion as it pivots a bit on the pin. It is perfectly fine though and doesn't limit your towing rating. Well I guess that isn't quite true. I think those adapters might weigh 1 lb or a little less and the adapter will count against your cargo capacity.... However a 2.5" shank is probably heavier than a 2" one...