Recommended Hitch Extender For My 2006 Silverado 2500 HD

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I need to extend my factory hitch 30” to clear my slide in truck camper. I will be pulling my Carolina Skiff boat that weighs about 3000 to include the weight of the trailer. What are my options. Please reply with options/recommendations and part#’s so I can order the correct parts for the proposed options. Thanks for your guidance.

asked by: Thomas O

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When it comes to add a hitch extender on your 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD with a 6-1/2 foot bed first you will need to install The TorkLift SuperHitch Original Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V - Dual 2 inch Receivers # TLC1204. This hitch has a bolt on installation with no welding required and has a black powder coat finish that resists corrosion.

This hitch has a maximum gross trailer weight up to 17,000 pounds and has a maximum tongue weight up to 1,700 pounds. I would recommend checking your vehicle's manual to find out the proper towing capacity of your vehicle. Using this hitch will give you the 2 hitch head openings needed to use The TorkLift SuperTruss Hitch Extension for SuperHitch Trailer Hitch Receivers - 42 inch Long # TLE1542.

This extender gives you a 42 inch extension and has a maximum gross trailer weight capacity up to 6,000 pounds and has a maximum tongue weight up to 600 pounds. It has a sturdy steel construction and has a black powder coat finish that helps resist corrosion.

I attached a review video link below.

expert reply by: Noah E

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Answer 1

The distinction you're referring to is about whether or not your Silverado has running boards or steps that sit under the bed and could block the fitment of a frame mounted camper tie-down. The hitch stipulation is in place because some people…

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Answer 2

If the tube step on your 2006 Chevy Silverado 2500 short bed is only under the cab of the truck and no part of it is attached beyond the back of the cab then you would look at the tie downs for models without a board or step under the truck bed and…

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Answer 3

The TorkLift Talon Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs #TLC3205A is a fit for your 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD and 3500, I've also attached a list of compatible vehicles that #TLC3205A will work on.

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Answer 4

Sounds like you are looking for a setup that will allow you to use a longer hitch extension than the 24 inch bar you are currently using without reducing your towing capacity. If you use the TorkLift SuperTruss Hitch Extension #TLE1536 which is 36…

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Answer 5

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 6

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 7

Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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Answer 8

I'm assuming your 2024 F-250 has the 6-3/4' bed. If that is correct, the right tie-downs are in fact the #TLF3008 and #TL77CR. TorkLift has accounted for the bed access steps on the 2024 model and confirmed these will fit your truck.

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Answer 9

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 10

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 11

We have run into this quite a few times in the past, and the best option will be replacing the Lance 7-pin connector with a standard 7-way blade connector like the #PK12706. This will give you a standard 7-way connector to plug into the factory 7-way…

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Answer 12

The Hellwig Adjustable Big Wig Rear Anti-Sway Bar #HE94FR is only going to leave a few inches between it and the spare tire, as you can see in the attached picture. Depending on how far forward you have the tire it could potentially interfere with…

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