Hitch Extenders
I know this has been discussed more than once but search wasn't turning up results. We have a Ram 3500 with a 2-1/2 inch receiver. Our TC extends approximately 36" past the trucks receiver box. We ...
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FireGuard wrote:
That extension is strong enough but not sure with the stock hitch.
I used the Reese Titan receiver and 48” ext when I had my 03 Dodge and Lance 1191. I towed a 20’ enclosed trailer with dirt bikes and quads with no problems.
For around $400, Curt makes a heavy duty 2 1/2” receiver that mounts under your stock hitch.
I have the Blue Ox base plate on my Jeep. Very straight forward install and only takes a couple of hours. I use the Blue Ox Aladdin aluminum extendable tow bar.
I don’t use a braking system and with your rig it’s probably not necessary but is required in some states.
The stock receiver is 2-1/2. I'll have to look up the rating but I believe the stock receiver is rated 25k? I'll need to look into this. Thanks!
