Trailer Hitch Extender For Weight Distribution So Tailgate Can Be Opened

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I have a 10,000 lb fastway trunion bar hitch. I had to replace the electric tongue jack on my trailer and would like to get an extension arm for the fastway hitch such that I can lower the tailgate with the trailer attached. I am not sure what the part is called and cannot seem to find it on your web site. It is the part that bolts to the rest of the hitch and slides into the receiver on the truck. I hope that you have such a part. Hope to hear from you soon.

asked by: George J

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We 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 # HE12. The gross trailer weight with this extender is 3,500-lbs and 350-lbs tongue weight. We also offer part # ST18 that has the same 3,500-lb trailer weight and 350-lb tongue weight rating.

expert reply by: Jeffrey L

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Answer 1

In order to extend your hitch on your 2015 Toyota Tundra, I recommend looking into a hitch extender or a longer shank for your weight distribution system. The #HE12 is a hitch extender that fits 2" receiver. It is 9-1/2" long between the…

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Answer 2

If you need 14 inches to clear your camper, you might be interested in the Curt #C45795. This hitch extender will give you 14 inches of clearance from your current pin hole location. Please note that using a hitch extender will decrease the weight…

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We have one aluminum folding option for you and it is the 19x60 Curt Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches - 500 lbs #C18100. This carrier is well made and will store close to your vehicle when not in use. We have another aluminum option also rated for…

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Answer 4

Yes, we do but unless you're using a weight distribution system you'll have to go with the 14" Gen-Y Hitch Hitch Extender for 2" Trailer Hitches item #GY89SR. It is the only one with a capacity high enough to support a 7,000 lbs…

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We have a few options for an extender that you can use with weight distribution. Depending on the length you need there is the Brophy Hitch Extender For 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver 14" Long #HE12 and Reese Hitch Extender for 2" Trailer…

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Using an additional extender, like part #HE12, is very different than the rack, like part #K2TMC201, having a lengthy shank. The extenders like part #HE12 are usually made of two different sized pieces of steel that are welded together. The HE12 uses…

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Answer 7

Hey Gary, thanks for the question and the best option for a 2" hitch extension for use with weight distribution is one from Brophy: - 7" Hitch Extender For 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver #HE06 The #HE06 is rated for up to 7,000 lbs…

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Answer 8

When using a hitch extender there isn't a way to regain the lost tongue weight capacity regardless of what is used. Not even with a weight distribution system. However, there should be a higher tongue weight capacity for your vehicle when using a…

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Answer 9

The best trailer brake controller for a 2020 Mercedes Benz G63 is the Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller part #C51180 because it's the only option that does not require any cutting or splicing. If you have a 7-way trailer connector this…

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The only hitch extension we offer that is compatible with weight distribution hitches is the Titan Hitch Box Extension and Reducer #RP45292. This product is designed to fit hitches with a 2-1/2 inch receiver opening and then reduces down to a 2 inch…

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Answer 11

A hitch extender or adapter, like the dual-receiver MT70070, cannot be used with weight distribution (WD) systems. As you note, use of ANY adapter has the unavoidable side-effect of cutting your hitch's capacity by 50-percent. An adapter would…

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Answer 12

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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