Towing with Tailgate down / Hitch Extender
I'm looking at getting a new ATV that is longer than my current ATV. I would need to keep my trucks tailgate down as the rear atv tires would be on the tailgate. Currently I just remove my tailgate as...
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boosTT wrote:katoom400 wrote:
ok, so I never did anything for my RZR hauling needs. I now need to get something setup before Memorial day.
I know that the Torklift will be the strongest way to go but at $1500, it's about 3X the cost of going with the Reese Titan 2.5" hitch with 24" extension.
From what I can see the 24" extension is rated for 8000lb with WDH which is within my trailer rating of 6000lbs dry ~7000lbs wet
Curt also has a similar setup with similar specs for just over $400 total
since I will only use this setup 1-2 times a year I prefer to save a grand and go with the titan, unless there are safety concerns with this setup? then by all means my only option is the Torklift.
How much distance do you need? The 18" link I posted should give you enough leave the tailgate down without a weight reduction and its $130.
I'll have to check, but I believe the shank I have is already at least 12". my tailgate will open and clear the jack, but when I turn it gets close to my propane tanks, and once I had it jacked hard getting into a spot and my tail light was just touching the trailer....but that was an extreme case. The places I would be going to with the RZR are pretty much wide open, not tight campgrounds so maybe ~6" could be the difference...I'll measure my current Reese shank tonight.
I believe my Reese shank is the 12 1/4" as pictured here:
