How Far Does the HitchMate TruckStep XL Stick Out Past Hitch

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What is the length of the step when extended out? My tailgate measures 20 inches from my hitch when lowered. For the step to be useful, I need the the outside edge of the 8 in deep step to extend 28 inches from my hitch.

asked by: Mike H

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Expert Reply:

When the HitchMate TruckStep XL part # HE4037 is extended all the way out and folded down it measures 26 inches. So it would stick out 6 inches past your tailgate.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The difference between HitchMate TruckSteps, parts #HE4045 and #HE4037 is that the latter is the XL version which has a larger step pad and extends 2 more inches than the standard version. The #HE4045 measures 9-1/4 by 5-1/2 inches and the #HE4037…

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Answer 2

For your bed step, I recommend the HitchMate TruckStep Extendable, Hitch Mounted Step for 2" Hitches - 9" x 6" - 500 lbs #HE4045. This mounts into your trailer hitch receiver and gives you an adjustable step to use when the tail gate…

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Answer 3

From the center of the hitch pin hole to the furthest edge of the HitchMate TruckStep #HE4045 is about 20-1/2". If you need more room than that we have the XL version as part #HE4037 which measures 29-1/2" from the center of the hitch pin…

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Answer 4

If you measure from the center of your hitch pin hole down 4-1/2 inches that will be where the top of the bar would be. So if your spare is less than 4-1/2 inches from the center of the hitch pin down this would fit around it easily.

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Answer 5

Although a step like the #B75300 Bestop TrekStep isn't available for the Tundra, we do have options that would work great for you. If you don't mind stepping over the tailgate, you can use a Hitch Mounted Step like part #CARR183252. The step…

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Answer 6

The HitchMate TruckStep Extendable, Hitch Mounted Step, #HE4045 fits most vehicles but you will want to take some measurements to be certain it fits your 2020 Ford Expedition Max Platinum. First measure from the center of the hitch pin hole to the…

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Answer 7

That will really depend on how long you are needing the step to be. All of the hitch steps we offer are designed for 2" receivers, so to be able to use one of these with the 2-1/2" receiver on your 2018 Ram 2500 I first recommend the Brophy…

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Answer 8

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 9

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 10

Hey Tony! Until recently, there was no way to install the Yakima OverHaul HD on the Ridgeline without drilling to add Yakima HD tracks onto the bed rails. This is no longer required since Retrax came out with the RetraxPRO XR Hard Tonneau Cover…

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Answer 11

Since both a ST145/R12 size tire, like the Kenda Karrier S-Trail #AM10130, and a 5.30-12 size tire, like the Kenda K353 #AM10068, fit a 12 inch wheel, a ST145/R12 size tire can replace a 5.30-12 size tire. Keep in mind that these tires do have…

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Answer 12

I was able to track down some special instruction for the Truxedo Pro X 15 rails on a Honda Ridgeline. I believe you may have already come across these on our site. I have included a few pictures below. Beyond the manufacturer instructions for the…

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