Solution for Hitch Extension With 1,000 Pound TW and 10,000 Pound GTW Capacity on 2000 F-350

Updated 01/16/2023 | Published 01/13/2023

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Gen-Y Hitch Receiver Hitch Extender for 2" Trailer Hitches - 14" Long

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2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-3/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 12,000 lbs

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Brophy Ball Mount for 2" Hitch - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 13-1/4" Long - 10,000 lbs

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Blue Ox 2-Point Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control - 6-Hole Shank - 12K GTW, 1.2K TW

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TorkLift SuperTruss Hitch Extension for SuperHitch Trailer Hitch Receivers - 21" Long

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TorkLift SuperHitch Original Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V - Dual 2" Receivers

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Question:

Hi, I need a class 4, 14-16” hitch extension that goes to a 2x2 receiver . It has a 2 5/16 ball. Vehicle is a 2000 f350 dually and the trailer is a 20’ 9990gvw enclosed trailer. By my calculations, the extension has to be rated for 10000 lb towing and 1000 lb tongue weight. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Have a good weekend.

asked by: Rudy I

Expert Reply:

I have a possible solution, but none of the 14-16" extensions have a high enough capacity. The only thing that comes close is the Gen-Y # GY89SR which has a gross towing weight of 10,000 lbs, but the max tongue weight is only 500 lbs. This would also reduce the capacity of your hitch by 50% like many hitch extenders do.

If you can handle it being slightly shorter, what you could use instead is the Brophy Ball Mount for 2" Hitch # BH20. This is 13-1/4" long and has the capacity you need. You will also need # 19286 for a hitch ball.

If that is too short, the only other option is the TorkLift SuperTruss Hitch Extension # TLE1521 which is 21" long. However, this will require a TorkLift hitch on your F-350 like the # TLF1002. It will also require the use of weight distribution system like the # BLU75FR since the capacity isn't high enough without it. With weight distribution, the TorkLift extension has a 14,000 lb max GTW and 1,400 lb max TW.