Trailer Hitch and Extension for 1996 GMC 2500 C/K With Truck Camper

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Which one do I order to fit my 1996 GMC 2500 pick up. I need at least a 3 foot extension to clear my 11 ft camper and pull an 18 ft glastron boat.

asked by: Brenda

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There is absolutely a way for you to get an extension of at least 3 feet with your 1996 GMC 2500 C/K so you can take your boat along when using your truck camper.

To do this you will need to install the TorkLift SuperHitch Original Trailer Hitch Receiver # TLC1201, which fits your '96 GMC 2500, so long as you have the standard or step bumper. Adding this hitch is the only way to get an extender which is long enough to meet your needs.

With this hitch installed you can then add the hitch extender with the best length for you:

- 36" Long: TorkLift SuperTruss Hitch Extension for SuperHitch Trailer Hitch Receivers # TLE1536 (6,500 lb towing capacity, 650 lb tongue weight capacity OR 12,000 lb/1,200 lb when used with a weight distribution system)

- 42" Long: TorkLift SuperTruss Hitch Extension for SuperHitch Trailer Hitch Receivers # TLE1542 (6,000 lb towing capacity, 600 lb tongue weight capacity OR 12,000 lb/1,200 lb when used with a weight distribution system)

- 48" Long: TorkLift SuperTruss Hitch Extension for SuperHitch Trailer Hitch Receivers # TLE1548 (6,000 lb towing capacity, 600 lb tongue weight capacity OR 12,000 lb/1,200 lb when used with a weight distribution system)

- 60" Long: TorkLift SuperTruss Hitch Extension for SuperHitch Trailer Hitch Receivers # TLE1560 (5,000 lb towing capacity, 500 lb tongue weight capacity OR 10,000 lb/1,000 lb when used with a weight distribution system)

I have added a link to a video review of the extension for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

The proper extension for your setup would be the one that allows you to have clearance of your hitch mounted accessory and also allows you to still be able to pull the steps down. If the receiver tube sticks out past the camper too far then you…

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Answer 2

There is really only one solution I recommend that will work for your desire to pull a trailer with the tailgate down. I recommend removing your Class V hitch and replacing it with the TorkLift SuperHitch #TLC1211. This would need to be used with a…

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Answer 3

For towing a trailer that heavy and needing a hitch extender that long you would have to use the Torklift hitch extender part #TLE1536 that you referenced. To use this extender you would also need to install a Torklift hitch like the part #TLC1208…

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

I have a couple of suggestions for you but you are really doing good on your kit so far. The TorkLift SuperHitch Magnum Trailer Hitch Receiver part #TLD1111-30 is what you want for the TorkLift Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs - Rear part…

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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