Buyers Products 18 Inch Hitch Receiver Extension with Step Towing Capacity Reduction

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Just to make sure I understand correctly....this extension will reduce my hitch capacity by 1/3. I have a torklift superhitch original rated at 17,000 lbs towing and 1700 lbs tongue when used without a weight distribution hitch. My trailer has a tongue weight of 800 pounds and a dry weight of 5000 pounds. 17000 - 1/3 = 11390 pounds 1700 - 1/3 = 1139 pounds So I should be more than ok to use this extension?

asked by: Aaron F

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You are correct, using the 30% capacity reduction of the Buyers Products Hitch Extension # 3371804017, the capacity of your Torklift hitch, and the weight of your trailer you would easily have the capacity to tow your trailer!

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Due to the length of the Buyers Products 18 " Hitch Receiver Extension with Step #3371804017 that you referenced there isn't a way to use it with a ball mount without cutting the capacity by 1/3 like you mentioned.

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Answer 2

The weight ratings for the 14" Brophy Hitch Extender with Step #ST12 is the same for the 18" Brophy Hitch Extender with Step #ST18. Both are capable of up to 700lbs tongue weight and 7,000lbs trailer weight when using a weight distribution…

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Answer 3

For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the vehicle…

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Answer 4

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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Hi Bill, The Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control #FA92-00-0450 has a tongue weight range of 200lbs - 450lbs so you'd be right around the middle of the capacity when loaded, making this a great choice. This doesn't come with…

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Answer 6

Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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Answer 7

We have run into this quite a few times in the past, and the best option will be replacing the Lance 7-pin connector with a standard 7-way blade connector like the #PK12706. This will give you a standard 7-way connector to plug into the factory 7-way…

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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 11

Hey Eric, so we have the Torklift Camper tie downs part #TL87DR that fit your 2024 Ford F-250 long bed with a factory hitch. These attach directly to the truck frame so they provide a really great connection point from the truck to the camper.

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Answer 12

You are definitely on the right track with the SumoSprings. For your 2021 Toyota Tacoma, I recommend using the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs - Rear Axle #SSR-612-47. The reason why is because this model of SumoSprings will provide your…

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