Double tube hitch extension for heavy trailer
My camper overhangs the back of my truck bed by 18", and extends approximately 12" behind the end of the receiver. For the last few years I've been towing my enclosed utility trailer using a custom...
Forum Discussion
I don't anticipate more than 1000lbs on the tongue of the trailer with the tractors I plan on hauling.
At 25% derating per foot of extension, I still have 1500lbs of capacity on the receiver.
My main concern at this point is the strength of the drawbar. It will be 2" square tube 1/4" wall sleeved inside 2-1/2" square tube 1/4" wall.
At 25% derating per foot of extension, I still have 1500lbs of capacity on the receiver.
My main concern at this point is the strength of the drawbar. It will be 2" square tube 1/4" wall sleeved inside 2-1/2" square tube 1/4" wall.
