Hitch Extender For 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver 7"
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Hitch Extender For 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver 7"
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Brophy Hitch Adapters - HE06
- Hitch Extender
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7-3/8 In Extension
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- Trailers
- 3500 lbs
- Brophy
7" Trailer Hitch Extender
Features:
- Prevents hitting trailer or propane tanks when making sharp turns while towing.
- Has powder coated black finish resists rust and corrosion.
Specs:
- Designed for 2" x 2" trailer hitches
- Measures 7-3/8" from the center of the hitch pin hole to the center of the hitch pin hole of the extension piece
- Measures 11-5/8" long (overall)
- Measures 2-1/2" from end of shank (that slides into hitch on vehicle) to center of hitch pin hole
- Measures 2-1/8" from center of hitch pin hole to the 2" x 2" opening (for accessory)
- Has weight capacity that is the lowest of the following
- 50% of the hitch's overall weight capacity
- Load rating GTW 3,500 lbs; Tongue 350 lbs
- Load rating with weight distribution equipment GTW 7000 lbs; Tongue 700 lbs
Please Note: Using a hitch extender will reduce your hitch's overall capacity by 50%.
HE06 Hitch Extender For 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver 7"
Customer Reviews
Hitch Extender For 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver 7" - HE06
Average Customer Rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars (197 Customer Reviews)
7" Trailer Hitch Extender
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Peter F - 03/23/2022
by: Peter03/22/2021
I was foolish and probably lazy when I ordered a hitch extender from [another company] --- it was junk and did not fit an OEM Jeep hitch. I the one from etrailer and it fit perfectly and has held up nicely. I use it all the time and it makes attaching my cargo rack so much easier.
Comments
I still use it all the time, not only with my rack but also with my landscape trailer. It makes connecting them so much easier. The extender started to rust so I painted it, but other than that I happy with my purchase.
Peter F - 03/23/2022
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Barb - 09/29/2017
by: Barb09/26/2016
I needed my bike to clear my bumper on a front hitch and this did the trick. This extender is hollow so I was able to use anti rattle/ lock before adding bike rack.
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Perfect solution and I use it spring through fall for my bike rack.
Barb - 09/29/2017
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by: Matt H.08/14/2012
Another good experience with Etrailer. Easy site navigation and prompt delivery. I needed this extender so my 'basket' will clear the spare tire on the back of my Wrangler.. and it does just that. The 7" gives you plenty of room. A 3" would probably be all that's necessary. Also lets me flip up my Thule platform bike rack into the stow position. Two thumbs up!
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by: Martin03/09/2022
Was loking for an extension for my bike rack that didn't wobble....TIGHT FIT! No play what so ever! Thanks for the great product!
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by: L S Larsen05/25/2019
It installed and worked perfectly to get my bike rack beyond the spare at the rear of my trailer It appears to be of excellent quality. Arrived sooner than expected. Always quality goods and service from Etrailer.
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Drfranz - 01/08/2021
by: Drfranz01/07/2020
Works great, especially now that I coupled it with a hitch stabilizer, as suggested by the great folks at etrailer.com. Best part of this piece is their customer service!
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Its fine, and zero maintenance, so Ive forgotten all about it, which is the best part.
Drfranz - 01/08/2021
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by: Jon G.10/20/2011
Great product. Just the right size for my Jeep. I have a stock '11 Rubicon and the tire was in the way for my new Yakima Swing Daddy bike rack. This item put it just far enough out to clear the tire but not far enough to be in the way. Etrailer had quick shipping and offered pics with measurements so getting the right extension was easy.
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by: Kim F.06/13/2013
After being rear ended by an uninsured driver, I decided to beef up my OEM bumper. My factory hitch was recessed too far to put a drop hitch for my camper. etrailer .com was the only place to find a 7" extender. Best of all Made in USA. Great job of providing difficult to find products.
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by: Steve Jeeper11/13/2013
Both hitch extenders work perfectly. Very well made. The dual hitch will help me cary a bike rack and cargo carrier on our next expedition. etrailer.com repeat customer!! Good deals on quality products. They ship fast with great communication every time. Thank you!
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by: Brian09/08/2021
works just like its supposed to, gave me the extra room I needed for my bike rack to work with my Jeep.
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by: buddy b12/08/2016
Received product but have not installed it yet. I use multiple tow vehicles and multiple drawbar and other hook ups. With my 3/4 ton, 4-wheel drive Chevy Suburban I have no need for this extender, regardless of whether I am towing my cargo trailer or simply hauling my bicycles with a drawbar style carrier. Although when hauling my cargo trailer and then also putting my bike rack on the back of the trailer (a typical undermount hitch specially installed) I prefer the extender to give me a little more clearance for my bikes. The issue I have is when I put my bike rack on the back of my 2015 Acadia. The hitch on the Acadia is mounted so far underneath the the vehicle (to allow a decorative plate to be used to enhance the looks of the vehicle when not towing), the the extender is needed. I will not use the extender when towing my cargo trailer because I don't really need it and don't want halve my towing capacity. I will also use an anti-rattle bracket to reduce sway with the hitch extender I that regard I would like to comment on the reviewers who have commented on how this extender may be slightly undersized and loose in the hitch. I cannot comment on those reviewers applications and situations but I can say I want an extender or drawbar to be a little loose. The looseness can be dealt with by installing anti-rattle brackets. What is much more difficult to deal with is finding out your snug fitting drawbar was run through water, mud, or salt on winter roads and then left to set for several months. Trying to remove a rusted in snug drawbar is not my idea of fun! Finally, the product seems to be of high quality and is very solid. Price seemed reasonable for the quality of the product. If I had already installed and used this product, I would fully expect the rating to have been 5 stars.
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by: Matt B.08/30/2017
I needed a hitch extender to accommodate a bike rack on my wife's '09 Range Rover. I found a review from "Sturdy and well-made 04/12/2015" on this website. The reviewer had the same problem as me and recommended the Brophy Hitch #HE06 and the Anti-Rattle Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock #63232. I ordered both and I am glad I did. Great products!
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by: George09/10/2021
Good quality and fit perfectly. Says that it only reduced tongue capacity by 30% rather than 50% on longer extenders.
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by: Dane04/10/2018
Works perfectly. I had it welded into a receiver I put on the front of my truck to carry a bike rack. By welding it into the receiver it eliminated any unnecessary rattling. I needed the extender to provide the necessary clearance for my bike rack to fold up when not in use.
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by: extender03/02/2022
just what i needed to clear the bumper
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by: Paul O03/07/2020
I try to choose carefully when shopping for an item such as this - it is a safety issue! This hitch extended is exactly the length I needed and is a "name" product thus has a great reputation for ruggedness. etrailer is a great company to deal with!!!
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by: Mike N.04/15/2014
I needed this to attach our bike rack to the trailer hitch on my wife's SUV, which was too deep underneath for the mail part of the rack to reach without pressing against the rear bumper with potential damage. The extender works perfectly and seems well made. The Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock that I purchased also works just fine.
Comments
What is the model of the suv
-- comment by: Andres c - 05/01/2014Comments
It is attached to a 2012 Lexus RX 350. The hitch on the Lexus is recessed too far under the body and the bike rack hitch did not extend far enough.
-- comment by: Mike N - 05/13/2014
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Dave C - 06/03/2020
by: Dave C06/02/2019
Use it for my recumbent trike rack. It keeps the rack from hitting the rear of my 2012 Ford F-150. This was a a quick easy solution.
Comments
Great I use it on my 212 Ford 150. I use it to keep the Easy Load recumbent bike carrier from hitting the back of my truck when folded up.
Dave C - 06/03/2020
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by: Tobi01/21/2022
works perfect!
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by: James07/20/2021
Incredibly fast delivery. I paid more for this hitch extender but it’s obvious why. Solid construction and therefore a heavier weight rating.
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by: Reid05/21/2017
Trailer hitch extender arrived exactly as advertised and in only a few days-much faster than anticipated! etrailer kept me informed throughout the whole process. Great customer service! Will definitely buy from etrailer again in the future.
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by: Alex09/27/2021
Great product, does what was advertised and great quality too. Shipping was on time as well.
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Jim C - 01/09/2015
by: Jim C01/09/2014
Perfect extension for my 2014 Jeep. Extended the right amount to be even with the outside of the spare tire. Needed this to fit my Kuat bike rack on the back without touching the spare tire.
Comments
Still use weekly, not problems.
Jim C - 01/09/2015
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by: Chuck07/09/2021
Good quality However a better description with dimensions, detailed dimensions on the product page. I’d like to see a better selection of sizes. Otherwise good quality
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by: David09/08/2018
After one year: Exactly as described. Substantial fabrication. I use it to hold a 50 pound rack and two adult mountain bikes. Still going strong. Customer service was excellent regarding easy access and technical advice. Quick shipping, too!
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Ask the Experts about this Brophy Hitch Adapters
- Hitch Cargo Weight Capacity Of 2006 Suzuki XL-7 When Using A Receiver ExtensionWhen adding an extension to your receiver, the towing capacity of your hitch is reduced by 50 per cent. If you have a class lll hitch installed on your vehicle, the tongue capacity is 350 lbs. Adding an extension would reduce that number to 175 lbs. Based on the weight of your power chair, your hitch would not be able to handle the weight. I researched your 2006 Suzuki XL-7, and found that the tongue weight capacity is 300 lbs. This would be the weight of the cargo carrier and the cargo...
view full answer... - Will Brophy Trailer Hitch Extender, # HE06 Accept a Threaded Hitch Pin for a Bike RackHitch Extender, # HE06, is hollow so it will accept the threaded hitch pin. The use of hitch extension will reduce the tongue weight capacity of your trailer hitch by 50 percent. So for example, if you have a Class III trailer hitch capable of 500 pounds tongue weight capacity, using an extension will reduce that capacity down to 250 pounds. You would need to be certain that the weight of the bike rack plus the weight of the bikes does not exceed the tongue weight capacity for your trailer...
view full answer... - How Does the Hitch Extender HE06 Affect Towing CapacitiesThe hitch extender part # HE06 will cut the capacity of the hitch it is used on by 50 percent. To determine the overall weight of your trailer you could take it to a weight station. To determine the tongue weight you can check out the help article I attached that covers how to do this.
view full answer... - Trailer Hitch Extender for Spare Tire Clearance on JeepThe shortest hitch extender we have is the Hitch Extender For 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver # HE06 which will measure 7-3/8 inches from hitch pin hole to hitch pin hole. This will also reduce the tongue weight capacity of your hitch by 50% so your cargo load will be limited. This is a common option for spare tire clearance on Jeeps and other makes with the rear mounted spare. We may have different trailer hitch options available that have more clearance depending on your Jeep's year/model....
view full answer... - Availability of Hitch Extender with 800 lb Tongue Weight CapacityThe problem with using a hitch extender is that because it moves the tongue load further rearward from the receiver opening, using an extender will LOWER the tongue weight capacity of your hitch by 50 percent. If the hitch on your truck has a 500, 600 or even a 1000 lb tongue weight capacity (check sticker on hitch), cutting that in half by using the extender will leave you with insufficient capacity to tow your travel trailer. Even if your hitch had a high enough tongue weight capacity,...
view full answer... - Do Weight Distribution Systems Regain the Lost Capacity of Using a Hitch ExtenderWhen using a hitch extender there isn't a way to regain the lost tongue weight capacity regardless of what is used. Not even with a weight distribution system. However, there should be a higher tongue weight capacity for your vehicle when using a weight distribution system. You might check to make sure you are dividing the capacity in half and not just the non-weight distribution capacity. We do not carry any EAZ weight distribution systems, but you might look into finding a longer shank...
view full answer... - Hitch Extender for Class III Hitch Receiver to Carry Bike RackThe Brophy Hitch Extender # HE06 measures 7-3/8 inches from hitch pin hole to hitch pin hole. This will provide the distance you need. You always need to be mindful of your tongue weight but even more so when using a hitch adapter. It will reduce the tongue weight of your hitch receiver by 50 percent.
view full answer... - What is the Wall Thickness of the Steel Used to Make Brophy Hitch Extender HE06The wall thickness of the steel can vary from item to item but generally the wall thickness for hitch extender # HE06 is 3/16 to 1/4 inch. For the majority I have seen, it is 1/4 inch.
view full answer... - Hitch Extender Availability that is 6-8 inches LongSounds like you are looking for a hitch extender like the part # HE06 which will give you an additional 7 inches on your hitch. You should note that the use of these cuts the tongue weight capacity of the hitch it is used on by 50 percent. You also need to check with the manufacturer of your trailer to determine it's towing capacity as well as check local laws in your area on whether or not what you are wanting to do is legal.
view full answer... - Do Hitch Extenders Cut the Capacity of Trailer Hitch by 50 PercentWhen you use a hitch extender you will end up reducing the capacity of the vehicle by 50 percent like you mentioned. So your vehicle that has a 2,000 lb capacity would then be reduced to 1,000 lbs total trailer weight and 100 lbs tongue weight. I attached a help article on hitch extenders for you to check out as well.
view full answer... - Hitch extender, part #HE06 for bike rack to clear spare tireThe Hitch Extender For 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver, part #HE06, will give you an extra 7 inches of room. You will need to measure out 7 inches from the the pin hole on your hitch and that will tell you where your bike rack pin hole will connect and if this will be enough clearance. One thing to consider: using a hitch extender will cut your hitch tongue weight in half. The weight of your bike rack plus bikes must be less than this reduced weight. For example, if your hitch capacity is 6,000...
view full answer... - Dimensions of Hitch Extender Item # HE06The Hitch Extender For 2 inch Trailer Hitch Receiver 7 inch, item # HE06, will extend the hitch pin hole on your receiver hitch by 7 inches on center. This means that any accessory installed in the extender will be 7 inches farther from the vehicle than if installed in the receiver itself. Please Note: Using a hitch extender will reduce the overall capacity of your hitch by 50%.
view full answer... - Can Thule Bike Rack Be Used with Hitch Extender and Does It Cut Hitch CapacityHitch extenders cut the capacity of the hitch they are used on by 50 percent. We have smaller extensions like the 7 inch extension part # HE06 which would work well most likely, but it still cuts the capacity. There really isn't any other option for getting you more clearance.
view full answer... - Availability of 6 inch Hitch Extender for Use with Bike RackHitch extensions like the part # HE06 will give you 6 additional inches of clearance but the downside is that they cut the capacity of the hitch they are installed in by 50 percent. 6 additional inches should give you enough clearance, but let me know if you need more.
view full answer... - Availability of Hitch Extender to Give Clearance for Bike RackWe do have hitch extenders like the part # HE06 which will give you additional clearance to allow your bike rack to fit. This will give you an additional 7 inches of clearance. You should note that it cuts the capacity of your hitch by 50 percent.
view full answer... - Shortest Trailer Hitch Extender for 2" Trailer HitchThe shortest trailer hitch extender we offer for a 2" trailer hitch is the Hitch Extender For 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver part # HE06 which measures 7-3/8" long. We do not offer any trailer hitch extenders for a 2" trailer hitch that are 4" or 5" long. Please note that using a hitch extender of any length will reduce your hitch's overall capacity by 50%. If you can tell me what you are wanting to use the hitch extender for I would be glad to see if we have any other options for you.
view full answer... - Solution for Extending Recessed Trailer Hitch on 2007 Dodge MagnumIt sounds like the trailer hitch for your 2007 Dodge Magnum is pretty recessed behind the rear bumper. If you are having trouble using a hitch-mounted accessory like a bike rack or cargo carrier without it interfering with the bumper, a good solution is a hitch extender like the Brophy # HE06. This particular unit will insert into a 2 inch hitch receiver and provide you with a 7-3/8 inch extension. I have attached a link that will take you to our complete selection of hitch extensions that...
view full answer... - Can 7" Hitch Extender Be Used for Towing to Clear TailgateThe Hitch Extender For 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver 7" part # HE06 will reduce the weight capacity of the trailer hitch by 50% or 3,500 lbs, whichever is lower. That said, it sounds like the tow vehicle will be well beyond the needs for the small trailer so you should be just fine.
view full answer... - Is a Rise/Drop Ball Mount Compatible With a Hitch Extender?The Hitch Extender For 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver 7" # HE06 can be used with a rise or drop ball mount. It does however reduce the hitch's tongue weight capacity by 50% and will limit the tongue weight to 350 lbs even if your hitch receiver would allow more. Since you state your hitch tongue weight capacity is 400 lbs, the extender will reduce the capacity to 200 lbs maximum tongue weight. There aren't really any better options for the length and rise you are seeking.
view full answer... - Can Hitch Extender Allow Short Nosed Trailer More Clearance Around CornersUsing a hitch extender like the part # HE06 can help a short nosed trailer like you have make tighter turns by adding some length to it but you have to keep in mind that if you use a hitch extender you end up cutting the capacity of the hitch it is installed in by 50 percent.
view full answer... - Hitch Extender Recommendation for Hummer H2 Needing Clearance for Trailer TowingWe offer several hitch extenders that could work for you. But you should note that any time you use a hitch extender you end up cutting the capacity of the hitch in half. The Hitch Extender # HE12 that you referenced would give you an additional 12 inches of length added to your hitch. You would need to measure your setup to determine if that would give you enough clearance. For a shorter extender you would want the part # HE06 that would give you an additional 7 inches of clearance.
view full answer... - Recommended Hitch Extender for Extra 8 to 10 InchesI recommend, the Heininger Holdings Hitch Adapters # HE6000. This product will allow you to easily reach the receiver under your Range Rover with a few inches of clearance to spare. This heavy-duty device extends your hitch accessory 5-3/4", 8-1/4" or 8-1/2", or 11" out from the hitch. It fits 2" hitches and includes an anti-rattle bolt. Please keep in mind when you use a hitch extender you lose 50% of the hitch's overall tongue weight capacity. Please check your owners manual to check...
view full answer... - Will a Bike Rack with 2-3/4 Inch Shank Length from Pin Hole to End Fit Inside Hitch ExtenderThe distance from the second hitch pin hole back to where the extender narrows is less than 2-3/4 inches so your rack would not fit that second hole. You would need to use the first hole, closest to the face of the receiver. Distance between the two inner most pin holes on center is approximately 2 inches. You might want to consider extender # HE06 as an alternative. Please note that the use of a hitch extender will reduce the tongue weight capacity of the trailer hitch by 50 percent.
view full answer... - Does 7" Extender and 18" Extender Really Both Reduce Hitch Capacity by 50 PercentIt sounds like you're asking about the reduction in hitch capacity when using a hitch extender, and why this doesn't change with the actual length of the extender. I completely understand your confusion, as it stands to reason that a shorter extender like the 7" Brophy # HE06 would allow for a stronger setup compared to a longer extender like the 18" # HE18, while both options state a 50 percent reduction in trailer hitch capacity. We use this general 50 percent rule for all of our hitch...
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