How To Extend Weight Distribution Hitch On 2015 Toyota Tundra

Question:

I have a 2015 Toyota Tundra and want to pull my camper with the tailgate down to accommodate my golf cart in the bed what kind of hitch extender can I use, I have a weight distribution hitch

asked by: Brian

Expert Reply:

In order to extend your hitch on your 2015 Toyota Tundra, I recommend looking into a hitch extender or a longer shank for your weight distribution system.

The # HE12 is a hitch extender that fits 2" receiver. It is 9-1/2" long between the hitch pin hole and ball mount. This has a max weight capacity of 7,000lbs and tongue weight of 700lbs when used in combination with a weight distribution system. The main drawback with this is that it will reduce your towing capacity by 1/3. For example, if your hitch receiver allows up to 10,000lbs, you will only be able to safely tow up to approximately 6,666lbs using this extender.

A better option would be a longer shank, such as the Equal-i-zer 18" shank # EQ90-02-4500. This would NOT reduce your towing capacity by 1/3 like the extender mentioned above would. This long shank has a distance of 13" from the center of the hitch pin hole to the center of the ball hole. It has a max tongue weight of 1,400lbs.

A great way to keep everything locked and secured would be to add a hitch receiver lock such as the Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock # FHG63VR

expert reply by: Andrew N