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BradW
Explorer II
Feb 06, 2018

2017 / 2018 Ford Factory 3" Receiver Hitch Extension

Anyone using the 2017 / 2018 Ford factory 3" receiver hitch with an extension while hauling their TC? I had originally planned on getting a big Torklift hitch, but after looking at the massive 3" O...
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Kayteg1
Explorer II
Feb 28, 2018
So the 3" hitch is build with slightly thicker metal, but I think it is secondary as bending strength of tubing goes with square of its height.
2.5x2.5=6.25
3x3 = 9
Meaning 3" square bar is almost 50% stronger than 2.5" square bar.
It is more complicated with tubing and differt thickness, but is giving you an idea.

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