Recommended Trailer Hitch and/or Extension for 2017 GMC Sierra 2500 with Service Body
Updated 12/03/2020 | Published 12/01/2020
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Question:
Hello I have a 2017 GMC 2500HD with a Service Bed BAJA Chase truck it has a UTB body-the problem is My existing hitch Factory is too short thus cutting my turning radius when towing. I need a replacement hitch that will be Longer Please Advise Thank you!
asked by: Scott R
Expert Reply:
For your 2017 GMC 2500, the service body issue isn't solved with just a hitch swap. Instead you will need a long ball mount like # BM20 or a hitch extender for the additional clearance needed. The addition of a hitch extender will reduce your hitch capacity by 50% unless you are using the Torklift Supertruss system.
If you have a heavy trailer, I recommend using the TorkLift SuperHitch Original Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V - Dual 2" Receivers # TLC1211 which is compatible with the TorkLift SuperTruss Hitch Extension for SuperHitch Trailer Hitch Receivers - 24" Long # TLE1524, 28 inch long # TLE1528, and 32 inch long # TLE1532 as well as others.
If you have a lightweight trailer, you can keep your factory hitch receiver and then use the Brophy Hitch Extender for 2" Trailer Hitches - 14" Long # HE12 for example.
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TorkLift SuperHitch Original Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V - Dual 2" Receivers
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class V
- 1700 lbs TW
- 17000 lbs GTW
- 20000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 2000 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- TorkLift
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