Hello Steve, Welcome to etrailer, I'm glad you found us! You will need to add the Pollak Mounting Bracket #PK12711U separately. The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98850 does not include the electrical connector or a mounting bracket for it. It…
Hello Joe, Thanks for writing in! Based on the measurements you provided, the Gen-Y Glyder Shock Absorbing Ball Mount #325-GH-12001 is not the right fit for your setup. Since your Tundra's receiver measures 18 inches from the ground and your TAB…
Hi Kristian, great question! The etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar, part #e55YV, works by taking the slack out between your hitch receiver and the shank of your ball mount or hitch-mounted accessory. It clamps around the outside lip of your 2-1/2…
Hey Scott! The etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar #e55YV is rated for up to 10,000 lbs gross trailer weight and won't reduce the capacity of a properly matched towing setup. As always, your actual towing capacity is determined by the lowest-rated…
Hey Mike, congratulations on the new truck! You can definitely use the two together. The Curt StowPro 2-Ball Mount #C34FR53HY uses a standard 2-1/2" shank, making it a great match for our etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar #e55YV. It installs…
Hey Greg! The etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar for 2.5" Hitch Receivers #e55YV is not compatible with a weight distribution hitch. This is really the only restriction for our anti-rattle. If you need an anti-rattle for a weight distribution…
As you can see in the diagram I provided, the tilt is adjustable up to about 45°. The tilt mechanism has a pin that can be used in two different positions to allow a roughly 15 or 30° degree tilt or the pin can be completely removed for the…
Hey Doug, The Rhino-Rack RS 2500 Roof Rack for Naked Roofs #RRRS566B would be a fit for the roof of your 2017 Ram 2500. That along with the Rhino-Rack T-Loader #RTL002 would allow you to haul your kayaks on the front to clear room for your 5th wheel.…
Hello Jim, Great question, I went to Malone's site and and I do not see that they make one with a 48" roller. The great thing about the Malone Axis Truck Bed and Roof Load Extender with Load Roller #MAL32VR is that it is adjustable, the…
Hey, Skip! Happy to help get your new Jeep set up for flat towing. There is going to be a list of parts, so I'll go ahead and list them all below for ya. Blue Ox Base Plate: Part #BX1139 Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar: Part #BX7420 Demco…
Hey Ryan! The SuperSprings Custom Suspension Stabilizer and Sway-Control Kit #SSA24 will fit your 2023 Ram 3500. It is compatible with SRW and DRW trucks so it doesn't matter either way. It is also compatible on models with and without factory…
Hey David, thanks for reaching out. Yes, we do have a bracket that can be used to mount recovery boards on a roof rack with T-slots. Take a look at the following: - Stow It Recovery Track Holder for Rhino-Rack Pioneer Platform, Reconn-Deck, and…
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Hauling kayaks, lumber, or a long boat gets a lot easier with a truck bed extender that supports the overhang from your 2" hitch. Choose standard bed-level support for tailgate-down hauling, or go with load-assist and adjustable-height styles when you want help lifting or plan to carry gear up at cab or roof height. Measure your bed height and tailgate clearance against the extender's published dimensions to confirm a good fit.
Yes, use a front-mounted load extender with a single bar on the cab to move the support forward and avoid trailer overhang. Look for a kit that includes a rooftop crossbar, load stops, and a strap so you can secure two boats at the cab. You'll need a front mount hitch on the truck; confirm the hitch fit and the extender's weight capacity for your boats and gear.
It reduces the lifting effort by letting the T-bar tilt so you guide the boat instead of dead-lifting it. Some systems tilt up to about 45°, with pin positions around 15° or 30°, or the pin removed for max tilt. Expect a learning curve as the bar pivots toward and away from the vehicle; keeping the bow elevated helps control the drop. If included, a suspension strap can snag on gunnels—remove it for hull-up loading.
Aluminum keeps weight down and is easy to handle while still supporting long items like lumber or kayaks. If you want the option to support loads at roof height, look for designs that can switch between bed support and roof support. Check the stated capacity and hardware; lighter builds are convenient, but you still want solid construction and straightforward adjustments.
Measure your truck's bed height and any roof rack height, then compare to the extender's published height-from-hitch and reach dimensions. Some pickups sit higher than an extender's max height, which can leave the crossbar lower than the bed. Verify tailgate-up or tailgate-down clearance around the pivot. On some designs the inner post fits snug; you may need tools to adjust height during setup.
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