Can Fulton Foldaway Hinge Kit # FHDPB350101 Fit 3 by 4 inch Trailer Frame

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I have a 3inch x 4inch trailer. They seem to have discontinued this item . Do they have an adapter to use 3inch x 5?

asked by: Lawrence K

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Expert Reply:

You could use the Fulton Fold-Away Coupler Hinge Kit for 3" x 5" Tongue # FHDPB350101 on a 3 inch by 4 inch trailer frame but you'd want to have 1/2 inch spacers welded to either side of the frame to take up the extra space.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

If your 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 has a factory hitch that has an opening that measures 2-1/2 inch by 2-1/2 inches the Curt hitch extender part #C45048 will simply just slide into it. The 2-1/2 inch hitch size is pretty common on newer heavy duty trucks…

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Answer 2

I was able to confirm with my contact over at Curt that the Curt Hitch Extension and Reducer #C45048 has a 2 degree bend that is designed for support; the ends will not have an actual rise or drop and should be relatively level. The overall length…

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Answer 3

For a 24 inch hitch extender the best option is the Curt part #C45048 cut down to the 24 inch length. This has a capacity of 8,000 lb trailer weight when used with a WD system like you mentioned. Since this is the only extender option that's…

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The best options we have is the Curt Hitch Extender part #C45048 which can be trimmed down to 24 inches. This fits a 2-1/2 inch hitch as well. This is rated for use with weight distribution too but the capacity is 8,000 lbs total plus the capacity of…

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I do have an option for you but the Curt Friction Sway Control Bar part #17200 that you referenced cannot be used on trailers with surge brakes. Instead, you would want to look into a weight distribution system with integrated sway control. This will…

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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 7

There is a Titan hitch extender that should work for you, but would require a Titan hitch be installed on your truck to handle a tongue weight loaded that far from the hitch. It is Reese part #RP45292. You can use it as a 34 inch extension or cut it…

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If you use the Curt hitch extender part #C45048 in the 24 inch length with a weight distribution system the towing capacity is 8,000 lbs. If the 24 inch length would work for you this would be a great option.

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Answer 9

The Reese Hitch Box Extension you mentioned, part #RP45292 can be cut down to 24 inches long. At that length, it would have a 8000 capacity when used with a weight distribution system. You'd need to use the extension with a Class V hitch with a…

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Answer 10

Using the hitch extension will reduce the tongue weight capacity of the trailer by 50 percent. But if you have a 2 1/2 inch trailer hitch receiver and use the Titan hitch extension #RP45292 the tongue weight capacity will not be reduced. At the 24…

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Answer 11

Using the hitch extender will reduce the tongue weight capacity of the trailer by 50 percent. But if you have a 2 1/2 inch trailer hitch receiver and use the Titan hitch extension #RP45292 the tongue weight capacity will not be reduced. If you do not…

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Answer 12

The Reese Titan Hitch Extender, part #RP45292, is for use with Class V Titan hitches that measure 2-1/2 inches square. I have included a link to the extensions for 2 inch Class III and Class IV hitches. Please note, using an extender will reduce your…

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