How to Use a Hitch Step in a 2-1/2 Inch Trailer Hitch

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can I get 2 one half in that has a drop ?

asked by: Gary

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I have a solution for you but there are not hitch steps that have a drop and fit a 2-1/2 inch hitch. First you will need a reducer sleeve such as # C45405. Then you could use hitch step # RHS2 which is 2 steps with the first step with a drop below the hitch receiver. None of the other steps really have a drop with the exception of # HE4045 or # HE4037.

expert reply by: Michael H

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From the center of the hitch pin hole to the furthest edge of the HitchMate TruckStep #HE4045 is about 20-1/2". If you need more room than that we have the XL version as part #HE4037 which measures 29-1/2" from the center of the…

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Answer 2

The HitchMate TruckStep Extendable, Hitch Mounted Step, #HE4045 fits most vehicles but you will want to take some measurements to be certain it fits your 2020 Ford Expedition Max Platinum. First measure from the center of the hitch pin hole to the…

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The Extendable Hitch Mounted Step for 2" Hitches part #288-08400 is only offered with the included 9-1/4" long x 5-1/8" wide platform. That said, we do have a very similar option with larger platform, the HitchMate…

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Answer 4

To add a in-bed 7-way to your 2024 Chevy Silverado 2500 to make towing with a 5th wheel easier, I recommend adding the Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Custom Wiring Harness w/ 7-Pole Connector - 7' Long item #C58FV. This harness puts a 4-way and…

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 6

To install a brake controller like the #5504 that you referenced you only need to connect it to 4 wires. If you find more wires on your vehicle than would be needed to install the controller you wouldn't need to do anything with them. I attached…

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WeatherTech currently only carries a tailgate liner for a 2022 Nissan Frontier with a 6' bed so the only other option I currently have is the Access Custom Truck Bed Mat #A45BG. This half inch thick carpet easily snaps in and out of place so that…

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Rhino-Rack J-Style Kayak Carrier - Folding - Universal Mount Item #S512 is pretty much the only carrier that comes with a built-in paddle holder. There are cradles on the backs of the uprights with rubber straps to hold the paddle. I have included a…

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Answer 9

Yes, the Rhino-Rack 2 Kayak Carrier w/ Tie-Downs #S512-S512X will have no issues attaching to round crossbars on your roof. This kayak carrier can fit onto many different styles of roof racks, so if you have multiple vehicles with roof racks then…

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Answer 10

You do not have to remove the tailgate on your 1997 Ford F-150 to use the Brophy Hitch Stair, #RHS2. If you keep the tailgate down you will not be able to use the top step because it will be covered by the tailgate, but you can still use the lower…

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Answer 11

We carry the WeatherTech BumpStep Hitch-Mounted Bumper Protector and Step for 2" Hitches #WT81BS1 and recently added the BumpStep XL #WT81BS1XL which has a 24 inch length versus the 12 inch length.

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Answer 12

I reached out to my contact at WeatherTech regarding backup sensor interference with the BumpStep Hitch-Mounted Bumper Protector and Step for 2" Hitches #WT81BS1, and he advised me of no known issues with this matter.

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