Hitch Extender for Towing a Boat Trailer with a 2023 Ford F-150 and In-Bed Camper
Updated 10/31/2025 | Published 10/28/2025
Question:
I have a 2023 Ford F-150 4X4 XLT. I want to pull my boat4000 lbs with tailgate down for my truck camper. Which hitch extender do you recommend?
asked by: David H
Expert Reply:
Hey David, thanks for reaching out!
How much clearance are you needing, and are you willing to take your tailgate off?
The Trailer Hitch Extender # e48YR is 18" long but with your tailgate down you're probably looking at something longer like the Reese # RP45292, but this fits a 2-1/2" receiver.
If you can give me a little more info on your setup, I'd love to help you figure out what exactly will allow you to take your boat trailer with you!
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Trailer Hitch Extender for 2" Hitch Receivers - 18" Long
- Hitch Adapters
- Hitch Extender
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- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- 18 Inch Extension
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 3500 lbs
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David H.
10/31/2025
I am willing to take the tailgate off. If I do the camper will extend 8” beyond the truck bed