Can I Extend My Hitch Without Using TorkLift Hitch and SuperTruss Extension

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I have a 09 Ford F250 4x4 truck with a Ford factory receiver setup 2x2. I have a 2017 Palomino 1251 truck bed camper. I want to tow a Loadrunner model # ILRDCC20TA2 Enclosed car Trailer GVWR 7000lbs, Curb weight 3123 lbs, GAWR 3500. Uses 2 5/16 ball. When the camper is in position and tied down the back end sticks out approximately 15inch from the truck hitch. I need to extend to this distance in order to tow the trailer, what do you suggest other than the entire torklift setup. It seems to me that I am extremely close to a standard hitch setup based on some of your dimension As an aside the truck has beefed up suspension 1 ton capacity and the trailer carries a classic British Car, Austin Healey which is relatively small and light in weight all things considered. Really appreciate your insights on this when you have the time.

asked by: Tim M

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The only other extension option we carry besides the Torklift SuperTruss extender that does not cut your tongue weight in half is an extra long ball mount. Traditional extensions such as part # C45796 cut the tongue weight capacity of the hitch on the truck in half because it creates extra leverage and movement in your towing setup. The only extra long ball mount we offer that is long enough for your setup is the Hidden Hitch ball mount part # BM20 at 13-1/4 inches long.

That length is measured from the hitch pin hole to the center of the ball hole. You want to make sure you are measuring from the center of the hitch pin hole on the hitch out past the camper for an accurate measurement of clearance. Even though the ball mount does not cut your tongue weight in half, it is rated for 10,000 lbs. You would not be able to exceed 1,000 lbs of loaded weight in the trailer if you use the ball mount. I recommend the 2-5/16 inch diameter ball with a 1 inch shank to fit the ball mount part # C40007.

The option that gives you the most extension without lowering your capacity is the TorkLift Hitch part # TLF1002 and TorkLift SuperTruss extension part # TLE1521 at 21 inches long. The 21 inches gives you more than enough distance between the truck bed camper and the enclosed car trailer. The Torklift extension is the safest way to extend your towing setup because it is designed with lateral support chains that connect the hitch and the extension on either side to provide extra support so it does not bounce around as much as a traditional extension does.

expert reply by: Heather A

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Answer 1

The outside dimension of the tubing that the #337RT25848B Buyer's Products Black 2 Inch Receiver Tube is constructed of is 2-1/2 inches, so theoretically speaking it would possibly fit in a 2-1/2 inch receiver. However, it will likely be a…

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Answer 2

The trailer hitches that the TorkLift SuperTruss Hitch Extension, like part #TLE1524 is designed for hitches that have 2 receiver openings like the TorkLift SuperHitch Magnum, or Original. When the extension is used with these hitches it reduces…

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Answer 3

If you have a 2-1/2 inch hitch installed on your truck then you can use a hitch extender like the Curt part #C45048 which can give you from 24 to 34 inches of extension. You should note that when you use this extender the towing capacity is 6,000…

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Answer 4

The hitch opening location for the Torklift Hitch part #TLF1002-30 that you referenced will be very close to where you current hitch opening is. If the 28 extension part #TLE1528 would work well based on your current measurements it would be a great…

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Answer 5

When it comes to getting a 34 inch extension on your 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 I recommend The Curt Hitch Extension and Reducer for 2-1/2 inch Trailer Hitches - 24 inch to 34 inch Long #C45048. The Yakima BackSwing Swing Away Hitch Extender for…

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Answer 6

Using a hitch extender is safe as long as you stay within the limits specified of 50 percent of the hitch and vehicle load capacity, and 350 lb tongue weight capacity of part #HE06. The other option to provide additional clearance from your spare…

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Answer 7

The best fifth wheel hitch for the factory rail kit of your 2020 Ford F-350 is the B&W Companion hitch #BWRVK3305 which is made here in the USA. The everyone thinks this is the best option is because of how well it's made, how easy it is to…

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Answer 8

You are correct. I know it seems somewhat conter-intuitive, but an extended ball mount does not cut the capacity of the vehicle hitch yet a hitch extender does do that. Reason being the hitch extenders are typically much longer than the longer ball…

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Answer 9

The Curt Combo Bar with 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver #C49360 is made of solid raw steel. It is made in the USA and this unit is equipped with a 1/2" reinforcing collar for extra strength and has a raw finish to be ready for welding. The…

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Answer 10

Curt combo bar #C49360 does not have an official weight capacity rating because it is not an extension. They use this bar and others in the manufacturing of their trailer hitches which have a wide range of capacities. If you can tell me the intended…

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Answer 11

The Curt Combo Bar #C49360 is generally used as a weld on receiver for custom applications on trailers, RVs, or service vehicles. I spoke with Curt and they have not tested the #C49360 as an extender, so they couldn't give me any specifications…

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Answer 12

The Titan Hitch Box Extension, part #RP45292, fits into a hitch with a 2-1/2 inch opening. If the hitch on your Ford F-350 has a hitch with a 2-1/2 inch opening, this extension is compatible with your tow package.

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