Comparing Brophy 7" and Curt 8" Hitch Extenders
Published 10/20/2021
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What is the difference between Curt Hitch Extender for 2inch Hitch Receivers - 8inch Long Item # C45791 and Hitch Extender For 2inch Trailer Hitch Receiver 7 Item # HE06 beside the slight difference in length and the obvious price difference? I am looking to gain some room to lower my tailgate when towing a travel trailer 3000 lbs.. The tailgate presently is hitting the motor for the tongue jack when lowered.
asked by: David F
Helpful Expert Reply:
The main difference between the Hitch Extender For 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver 7" part # HE06 and Curt Hitch Extender for 2" Hitch Receivers part # C45791 is length and they are made by two different manufactures. Brophy does most of their stuff in the USA so their costs are a bit higher than Curt therefore they are more expensive.
Please note, using any adapter like the above will reduce weight capacity by 50%. The only way around this is a ball mount with longer shank but that limits your rise/drop options. I have attached our selection below you can filter with your rise/drop needs.
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Hitch Extender For 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver 7"
- Hitch Adapters
- Hitch Extender
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- Trailers
- 7-3/8 Inch Extension
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 3500 lbs
- Brophy
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