Recommended Hitch Extension For a 2003 Ford F-250 With Slide In Camper 28" From Hitch Pin Center
Question:
Hello! Back again for assistance with my setup. With the camper on the truck, Im 29" exactly from the center of the pin on the hitch to the door of the camper. The question is: what is the best way to get there? -Im ok with part of the trailer going under the camper, just need to remove the jack and install one that I can tilt in transit. - I have a 2" hitch receiver - Trailer is a 12' single axle, carrying a UTV that fits snugly in the trailer. Approximate tongue weight of 600lbs but will be taking to scales soon to get the exact weight. -I do have a weight distribution hitch that I can include, would prefer not to use it since Im using airbags and height can vary. even though I can be exact, I would prefer not to mess with it. I've seen 18" extensions and a hitch that can get me to 24" but they are rated at 3500 LBS and TW 350 LBS. I've also seen a 16' hitch ball mount rated at 6k LBS assuming 600 LBS TW. If I use the 16" extension only here are the dimensions I would be left with, not sure how safe I can turn with this setup. I can provide more information if needed. The actual TW is probably over the manufacture rating. Its a 12foot trailer w/ a 12foot utv so its snug. I used to bring it up the ramps in reverse where it weighs the most and towed great and straight both in my F150 and F250 it barely lowers the suspension on my F-150. To make this all work Im going to be driving it forward to lower tongue weight UTV has a dryweight of 1,670 LBS based on rumors 600-700 lbs in front and 900 lbs in rear. I just assume Im close to the trailer gross. BTW: 12foot trailers to haul around RZRs are pretty common. Ultimately decided I would take the risk with a single axle. I do have sensors on wheels for PSI and blowout monitoring. What Im really concerned about using extensions are all the parts that add to weak points. What I would rather have is one single shaft that is both the extension and the ball. And where I can add chains and tensioners off the ball side to the outer part of the hitch on the truck. But it doesnt exist, I would need to have this custom-made or upgrade to a 2.5inch hitch
asked by: Miguel
Expert Reply:
The only way I can recommend is by replacing your factory receiver with the TorkLift SuperHitch # TLF1002-30 on your 2003 Ford F-250. This will allow you to use a 28" Extension # TLE1528. This will help to ensure you do not have any issues with turning clearance but also with hills which may pitch your trailer and could cause an issue with clearance on your camper. While it might be tempting to use a combination of extensions and ball mounts there are so many variables and your hitch weight will most likely cause issues with the factory receiver especially since it is now over 20 years old and most likely has some corrosion which has weekend its integrity.
Do remember you will need the Wiring Extension # TLW6028 as well for the trailer lights.
Products Referenced in This Question
TorkLift SuperTruss Hitch Extension for SuperHitch Trailer Hitch Receivers - 28" Long
- Hitch Adapters
- Hitch Extender
- Trailers
- 28 Inch Extension
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs
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TorkLift Wiring Harness Extension for 28" SuperTruss Hitch Extender - 7-Way RV
- Trailer Wiring
- Wiring Adapters
- Single-Function Adapter
- 0 - 5 Feet Long
- 7 Round - Blade
- Plug and Lead
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TorkLift SuperHitch Magnum Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V - 2-1/2" and 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class V
- 2500 lbs TW
- 20000 lbs GTW
- 30000 lbs WD GTW
- 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 3000 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- TorkLift
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