How To Combat Clearance Issues Between A Truck Bed Camper And Boat Trailer
Updated 06/02/2017 | Published 06/01/2017
Question:
I HAVE A 2013 RAM 3500 WITH AN OEM HITCH AND AM LOOKING TO TOW MY BOAT 2500 LBS. BOX IS 6.5 FEET IN LENGTH AND HAVE 8.9 FOOT CAMPER...PLEASE ADVISE. THANKS!
asked by: STU
Expert Reply:
In order to gain clearance between the camper and boat trailer, you will need to use a hitch extender. Hitch extenders will reduce both the tongue weight and tow capacity of your vehicle. The Hitch Box Extension and Reducer part # RP45292 will provide an extension of 24" or 34". While using the extension for 24", your maximum towing capacity will be reduced to 6,000 lbs and tongue weight to 600 lbs. When using the extension for 34", your max towing capacity will be reduced to 4,500 lbs and tongue weight to 450lbs.
The Reese extension will reduce the receiver tube opening from a 2-1/2" to 2". I also recommend a set of longer safety chains such as the Safety Chain with Quick Links part # TR63035.
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