Hitch Extender For 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver 7"
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Hitch Extender For 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver 7"
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Brophy Hitch Adapters - HE06
- Hitch Extender
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7-3/8 In Extension
- 3500 lbs GTW
- Brophy
- Steel
7" Trailer Hitch Extender
Features:
- Prevents hitting trailer or propane tanks when making sharp turns while towing.
- Has powder coated black finish resists rust and corrosion.
Specs:
- Designed for 2" x 2" trailer hitches
- Measures 7-3/8" from the center of the hitch pin hole to the center of the hitch pin hole of the extension piece
- Measures 11-5/8" long (overall)
- Measures 2-1/2" from end of shank (that slides into hitch on vehicle) to center of hitch pin hole
- Measures 2-1/8" from center of hitch pin hole to the 2" x 2" opening (for accessory)
- Has weight capacity that is the lowest of the following
- 50% of the hitch's overall weight capacity
- Load rating GTW 3,500 lbs; Tongue 350 lbs
- Load rating with weight distribution equipment GTW 7000 lbs; Tongue 700 lbs
Please Note: Using a hitch extender will reduce your hitch's overall capacity by 50%.
HE06 Hitch Extender For 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver 7"
Customer Reviews
Hitch Extender For 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver 7" - HE06
Average Customer Rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars (189 Customer Reviews)
7" Trailer Hitch Extender
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Barb - 09/29/2017
by: Barb09/26/2016
I needed my bike to clear my bumper on a front hitch and this did the trick. This extender is hollow so I was able to use anti rattle/ lock before adding bike rack.
Comments
Perfect solution and I use it spring through fall for my bike rack.
Barb - 09/29/2017
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by: Brian09/08/2021
works just like its supposed to, gave me the extra room I needed for my bike rack to work with my Jeep.
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by: Matt H.08/14/2012
Another good experience with Etrailer. Easy site navigation and prompt delivery. I needed this extender so my 'basket' will clear the spare tire on the back of my Wrangler.. and it does just that. The 7" gives you plenty of room. A 3" would probably be all that's necessary. Also lets me flip up my Thule platform bike rack into the stow position. Two thumbs up!
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by: L S Larsen05/25/2019
It installed and worked perfectly to get my bike rack beyond the spare at the rear of my trailer It appears to be of excellent quality. Arrived sooner than expected. Always quality goods and service from Etrailer.
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by: Peter03/22/2021
I was foolish and probably lazy when I ordered a hitch extender from [another company] --- it was junk and did not fit an OEM Jeep hitch. I the one from etrailer and it fit perfectly and has held up nicely. I use it all the time and it makes attaching my cargo rack so much easier.
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by: George09/10/2021
Good quality and fit perfectly. Says that it only reduced tongue capacity by 30% rather than 50% on longer extenders.
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by: James07/20/2021
Incredibly fast delivery. I paid more for this hitch extender but it’s obvious why. Solid construction and therefore a heavier weight rating.
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by: Jon G.10/20/2011
Great product. Just the right size for my Jeep. I have a stock '11 Rubicon and the tire was in the way for my new Yakima Swing Daddy bike rack. This item put it just far enough out to clear the tire but not far enough to be in the way. Etrailer had quick shipping and offered pics with measurements so getting the right extension was easy.
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Drfranz - 01/08/2021
by: Drfranz01/07/2020
Works great, especially now that I coupled it with a hitch stabilizer, as suggested by the great folks at etrailer.com. Best part of this piece is their customer service!
Comments
Its fine, and zero maintenance, so Ive forgotten all about it, which is the best part.
Drfranz - 01/08/2021
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by: Kim F.06/13/2013
After being rear ended by an uninsured driver, I decided to beef up my OEM bumper. My factory hitch was recessed too far to put a drop hitch for my camper. etrailer .com was the only place to find a 7" extender. Best of all Made in USA. Great job of providing difficult to find products.
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by: Alex09/27/2021
Great product, does what was advertised and great quality too. Shipping was on time as well.
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by: Chuck07/09/2021
Good quality However a better description with dimensions, detailed dimensions on the product page. I’d like to see a better selection of sizes. Otherwise good quality
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by: Steve Jeeper11/13/2013
Both hitch extenders work perfectly. Very well made. The dual hitch will help me cary a bike rack and cargo carrier on our next expedition. etrailer.com repeat customer!! Good deals on quality products. They ship fast with great communication every time. Thank you!
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by: Donald05/29/2021
The extender was just what I needed for my hitch to reach beyond my RV’s bumper
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Dave C - 06/03/2020
by: Dave C06/02/2019
Use it for my recumbent trike rack. It keeps the rack from hitting the rear of my 2012 Ford F-150. This was a a quick easy solution.
Comments
Great I use it on my 212 Ford 150. I use it to keep the Easy Load recumbent bike carrier from hitting the back of my truck when folded up.
Dave C - 06/03/2020
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by: buddy b12/08/2016
Received product but have not installed it yet. I use multiple tow vehicles and multiple drawbar and other hook ups. With my 3/4 ton, 4-wheel drive Chevy Suburban I have no need for this extender, regardless of whether I am towing my cargo trailer or simply hauling my bicycles with a drawbar style carrier. Although when hauling my cargo trailer and then also putting my bike rack on the back of the trailer (a typical undermount hitch specially installed) I prefer the extender to give me a little more clearance for my bikes. The issue I have is when I put my bike rack on the back of my 2015 Acadia. The hitch on the Acadia is mounted so far underneath the the vehicle (to allow a decorative plate to be used to enhance the looks of the vehicle when not towing), the the extender is needed. I will not use the extender when towing my cargo trailer because I don't really need it and don't want halve my towing capacity. I will also use an anti-rattle bracket to reduce sway with the hitch extender I that regard I would like to comment on the reviewers who have commented on how this extender may be slightly undersized and loose in the hitch. I cannot comment on those reviewers applications and situations but I can say I want an extender or drawbar to be a little loose. The looseness can be dealt with by installing anti-rattle brackets. What is much more difficult to deal with is finding out your snug fitting drawbar was run through water, mud, or salt on winter roads and then left to set for several months. Trying to remove a rusted in snug drawbar is not my idea of fun! Finally, the product seems to be of high quality and is very solid. Price seemed reasonable for the quality of the product. If I had already installed and used this product, I would fully expect the rating to have been 5 stars.
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Jim C - 01/09/2015
by: Jim C01/09/2014
Perfect extension for my 2014 Jeep. Extended the right amount to be even with the outside of the spare tire. Needed this to fit my Kuat bike rack on the back without touching the spare tire.
Comments
Still use weekly, not problems.
Jim C - 01/09/2015
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by: Paul O03/07/2020
I try to choose carefully when shopping for an item such as this - it is a safety issue! This hitch extended is exactly the length I needed and is a "name" product thus has a great reputation for ruggedness. etrailer is a great company to deal with!!!
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by: Matt B.08/30/2017
I needed a hitch extender to accommodate a bike rack on my wife's '09 Range Rover. I found a review from "Sturdy and well-made 04/12/2015" on this website. The reviewer had the same problem as me and recommended the Brophy Hitch #HE06 and the Anti-Rattle Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock #63232. I ordered both and I am glad I did. Great products!
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by: Dane04/10/2018
Works perfectly. I had it welded into a receiver I put on the front of my truck to carry a bike rack. By welding it into the receiver it eliminated any unnecessary rattling. I needed the extender to provide the necessary clearance for my bike rack to fold up when not in use.
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by: Dennis08/21/2018
I needed a 7" hitch extension for my Jeep Wrangler so that I could mount a bike rack and clear the back spare tire. I wanted one that could handle at least 200 pounds of hitch weight. This product is the right size and very rugged. It did the job. etrailer was fast and professional, and provided me with an email invoice and tracking data.
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by: Beverly05/22/2020
Product works as described. This allowed me to extend my hitch reciever enough so that my travel trailer does not hit the back end of my tow vehicle when turning.
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by: Stephanie04/03/2019
Perfect online description and the hitch arrived as described - it’s solid - well built and the correct size. I’m thrilled - especially after going to several “hitch and RV stores” who had no stock at all and tried to sell me items I did not need. For the future I will always go to “etrailer” first.
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by: Allison08/09/2020
So grateful for the sales rep who helped me figure out how to make my current bike rack work with my 2020 Jeep Rubicon. I can still use my trunk! Customer service is exceptional at etrailer!
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by: Robert03/18/2021
Extension arrived quickly after it was order. Customer service was outstanding, friendly and very helpful.
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Ask the Experts about this Brophy Hitch Adapters
- Recommended Anti-Rattle for 2 Inch Trailer Hitch ExtenderTo reduce the rattle on a 2" trailer hitch extender like the Brophy Hitch Extender # HE06, the best option is a clamp, the Brophy Stabilizer Clamp and U-Bolt for 2" Hitch Receiver # RSCP. This stabilizer is simple to use, clamping onto your hitch and helping minimize any rattle. I have added a link to a video review for you to check out as well of the Brophy Stabilizer Clamp and U-Bolt for 2" Hitch Receiver # RSCP.
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- Availability of 2" Hitch Extender Shorter Than 7"The Brophy 7" Hitch Extender for 2" Hitch Receivers # HE06 is the shortest hitch extender that's available. Please note that the overall weight capacity of your trailer hitch will be reduced by 50% and this will increase the amount of play you see from the accessory you plan on installing in this extender. I recommend using a combination of the Gen-Y Anti-Rattle Clamp # 325-GH-033 and the Anti-Rattle Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock # 63232 to help secure the extender to your trailer hitch...
view full answer... - Hitch Extender to be Used with Thule Bike Rack to Help Clear Spare of VehicleThe best hitch extender will be the shortest one that still gives you the clearance you need. Since it sounds like you only need a little more clearance our shortest option which is the Brophy part # HE06 which is an extension that is 7 inches long. You should note that hitch extenders cut the capacity of the hitch they are installed in by 50 percent though.
view full answer... - How to Stop Movement with HE06 Hitch ExtenderWe have just what you need. To get rid of the rattle/movement in a hitch extender like the part # HE06 all you would need is an anti-rattle device like the part # 63232. This slides into the hollow shank of the hitch extender and then allows the threaded bolt to tighten it against the hitch tube. I attached a review video for more info for you to check out.
view full answer... - Availability of Hitch Extender with 800 lb Tongue Weight CapacityThe problem with using a hitch extender is that because it moves the tongue load further rearward from the receiver opening, using an extender will LOWER the tongue weight capacity of your hitch by 50 percent. If the hitch on your truck has a 500, 600 or even a 1000 lb tongue weight capacity (check sticker on hitch), cutting that in half by using the extender will leave you with insufficient capacity to tow your travel trailer. Even if your hitch had a high enough tongue weight capacity,...
view full answer... - Measurements of the Brophy Hitch Extender # HE06I went out into our warehouse and measured a Hitch Extender # HE06 and found that it is 12 inches in overall length, has a distance of 7-3/8 inches from the hitch pin hole to hitch pin hole, and has a distance of 4-5/8 inches from the 2 inch hitch pin hole to the inner shank that slides into a hitch. The distance from the pin hole back to shank on the inside of the receiver is 3-1/4 inches. This measurement is not pictured. Check out the picture I attached to see the measurements...
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- How Does the Hitch Extender HE06 Affect Towing CapacitiesThe hitch extender part # HE06 will cut the capacity of the hitch it is used on by 50 percent. To determine the overall weight of your trailer you could take it to a weight station. To determine the tongue weight you can check out the help article I attached that covers how to do this.
view full answer... - Is There a Hitch Extender that Can be Used with 3,800 lb TrailerReese has a couple hitch extenders for 2 inch that have 4,000 lb capacities that you could use like the # RP11003 which is 14 inches long or the # RP11004 which is 18 inches long. As long as the hitch on your 2006 Toyota Tundra has a capacity that is twice the weight of your trailer this would work fine since hitch extenders cut the capacity of the hitch they are installed in by 50 percent.
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view full answer... - Dimensions of Hitch Extender Item # HE06The Hitch Extender For 2 inch Trailer Hitch Receiver 7 inch, item # HE06, will extend the hitch pin hole on your receiver hitch by 7 inches on center. This means that any accessory installed in the extender will be 7 inches farther from the vehicle than if installed in the receiver itself. Please Note: Using a hitch extender will reduce the overall capacity of your hitch by 50%.
view full answer... - Recommended Hitch Extender for a 2015 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Carrying Kuat NV 2.0 Bike RackI can tell you have been doing some research and know what you are looking for. Just as a blanket statement, any hitch extender will reduce the tongue weight of your trailer hitch receiver even if it has a higher weight capacity, like the Roadmaster Anti-Rattle Hitch Extender # RM-071-1075 that you referenced. Both the Curt # C45791 and the Brophy # HE06 options will still cause some play by themselves because of the weight sitting further out from your trailer hitch pin hole. What...
view full answer... - Is a Hitch Extender Compatible with Hitch On Back of 2019 Grand Design 260 Reflection and Bike Rack?Hitch extenders like the Brophy # HE06 are not tested for RV use but are also not restricted from that use. As long as you are within the limits of the hitch tongue weight when you reduce the tongue weight by 50% using the extension, you will be good to go. The Brophy # HE06 will reduce the 300 lb factory hitch tongue weight to 150 lbs, so your bike carrier and 2 bikes at 120 lbs will work. You will have more movement due to the adapter so I recommend using a hitch immobilizer like #...
view full answer... - Size of Hitch Extenders Available for a 2 Inch HitchThe reason that the manufacturers do not make a shorter hitch extender is mainly because the market for a extender of a very short length is very limited. After researching the market for hitch extenders they have decided that the short (7 or 8 inches) and long (14 or 18 inches) sizes will hopefully cover most of the market. The hitch extenders are a limited market because when using an extender you do reduce the tongue weight on your hitch by 50 percent. For example, if the hitch capacity...
view full answer... - Safety of Using Hitch Extender and Other Options To Clear Spare Tire on Jeep LibertyUsing a hitch extender is safe as long as you stay within the limits specified of 50 percent of the hitch and vehicle load capacity, and 350 lb tongue weight capacity of part # HE06. The other option to provide additional clearance from your spare tire would be to use a longer ball mount. For this, I would recommend Hidden Hitch Ball Mount, part # 80232, which places the center of the hitch ball 16 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole. If your ball mount requires a larger rise...
view full answer... - Can Thule Bike Rack Be Used with Hitch Extender and Does It Cut Hitch CapacityHitch extenders cut the capacity of the hitch they are used on by 50 percent. We have smaller extensions like the 7 inch extension part # HE06 which would work well most likely, but it still cuts the capacity. There really isn't any other option for getting you more clearance.
view full answer... - Using a Hitch Extender with a Bike RackThe Brophy Hitch Extender, # HE06, comes as pictured. You will need a hitch pin and clip like # PC3 or a hitch pin receiver lock like # e98880 to secure the extender. If you want safety and security you will need a receiver lock on both the extender and the bike rack. You may also want to purchase a security cable to secure your bikes to the rack. This cable would run through the frames of the bikes and around the hitch or through the safety cable attachment on the hitch to secure the...
view full answer... - Hitch Extender Recommendation for a Jeep Wrangler for Bike Rack to Clear SpareFor most Jeep Wrangler applications the Brophy Hitch Extender part # HE06 which provides 7-5/8 inches of additional length to the hitch would work well. I attached a review video that shows it being used in a similar Wrangler as yours. You should note that using a hitch extender will cut the capacity of the hitch by 50 percent. For an 8 inch extender we have the Curt part # C45791. How long of an extender you would need will depend on how much clearance your bike rack would require....
view full answer... - Using a Hitch Extender to Reach Past Lowered Tailgate to Tow Trailer and Carry Golf CartSome hitch extenders provide more clearance but are for flat towing a vehicle behind an RV. There are other extensions, such as # HE06 which can be used for towing. With these or any extender it will reduce the tongue weight capacity of the trailer hitch by 50 percent. For example if the tongue weight capacity of your hitch is 500 pounds, using the extender will reduce it to 250 pounds. So the tongue weight of the trailer cannot exceed 250 pounds. Adapter # HE06 has a 350 pound tongue...
view full answer... - Unable to Lower Tailgate on PIckup When Trailer with Crank Up Jack is ConnectedMy suggestion would be for you to try and relocate the jack on your trailer. This would be the safest, most economical, option to solve the issue of your lowered tailgate hitting the crank on the trailer jack. Using a weight distribution system puts a significant amount of force on a hitch. I would not recommend using any type of extension in your hitch. Extenders, like # HE06, create more torque on the vehicle frame, hitch, drawbar, extender and hitch ball. This added torque reduces...
view full answer... - Longer Ball Mount Needed to Prevent Trailer from Hitting Truck During TurnsThe only thing I can think of is to back the truck up to the trailer at the same angle as it was when it was hitting the trailer before. Then back up so that the trailer ball is 6 inches away from the coupler, and see if that is going to provide enough clearance. When using these extenders, keep in mind that your hitch capacity will be DECREASED BY 50 PERCENT, due to the additional leverage that will be exerted on the receiver by moving it out 6 inches. Perhaps a better solution would...
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view full answer... - Trailer Hitch Extension Needed to Allow Tailgate to be Lowered with Trailer Attached to VehicleI would not recommend any type of extension with your towing setup. Extenders create more torque on the vehicle frame, hitch, drawbar, extender and hitch ball because of the extension, just like adding a pipe to the end of a breaker bar. This added torque reduces that weight capacity of all of the components in the system by 50 percent, so your vehicles 10 K capacity would be lowered to 5 K if a hitch extension is used. I would go with a long ball mount that is just long enough so you...
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- Extended Weight Distribution to Tow a Trailer with ATV In Bed and Tailgate Down on a 2013 Ford F-150Weight distribution shank # RP63971 measures 15 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the center of the ball hole when using a round bar weight distribution system. Measure from the center of the pin hole back to how far the ATV will stick out to determine if this is enough extension. When choosing a system you have to go by the tongue weight of the trailer when loaded and ready to tow and add to that the weight of anything loaded behind the rear axle of the truck bed. With...
view full answer... - Trailer Hitch Extender For Weight Distribution So Tailgate Can Be OpenedWe do have hitch extenders that will work with a 2-inch trailer htich receiver. There are tongue weight and trailer weight ratings for the extenders you need to pay close attention to. For a 7-inch extension I recommend part # HE06. With weight distribution, this limits th gross trailer weight to 7,000-lbs and tongue weight at 700-lbs. For a 14-inch extender I recommend part # RP11003. The gross trailer weight with this extender is 6,500-lbs and 650-lbs tongue weight. We also offer...
view full answer... - Recommended Hitch Extender for Extra 8 to 10 InchesI recommend, the Heininger Holdings Hitch Adapters # HE6000. This product will allow you to easily reach the receiver under your Range Rover with a few inches of clearance to spare. This heavy-duty device extends your hitch accessory 5-3/4", 8-1/4" or 8-1/2", or 11" out from the hitch. It fits 2" hitches and includes an anti-rattle bolt. Please keep in mind when you use a hitch extender you lose 50% of the hitch's overall tongue weight capacity. Please check your owners manual to...
view full answer... - Availability of 6 inch Hitch Extender for Use with Bike RackHitch extensions like the part # HE06 will give you 6 additional inches of clearance but the downside is that they cut the capacity of the hitch they are installed in by 50 percent. 6 additional inches should give you enough clearance, but let me know if you need more.
view full answer... - What is the Wall Thickness of the Steel Used to Make Brophy Hitch Extender HE06The wall thickness of the steel can vary from item to item but generally the wall thickness for hitch extender # HE06 is 3/16 to 1/4 inch. For the majority I have seen, it is 1/4 inch.
view full answer... - Hitch extender, part #HE06 for bike rack to clear spare tireThe Hitch Extender For 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver, part #HE06, will give you an extra 7 inches of room. You will need to measure out 7 inches from the the pin hole on your hitch and that will tell you where your bike rack pin hole will connect and if this will be enough clearance. One thing to consider: using a hitch extender will cut your hitch tongue weight in half. The weight of your bike rack plus bikes must be less than this reduced weight. For example, if your hitch capacity is...
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