Recommended Trailer Hitch And Extension For 2012 GMC 2500 For Towing Trailer With Tailgate Down
Question:
could I pull a 10000, 30 ft trailer with a hitch extension on,I have a 2012 GMC 2500 diesel I will be running with the tailgate down with a motorcycle in the box thanks
asked by: Bill
Helpful Expert Reply:
Using a hitch extender in the hitch on your 2012 GMC 2500 reduces the towing capacity by 50 percent.
Unless you have a hitch installed that has a towing capacity of 20,000 lbs or more like the TorkLift Trailer Hitch, part # TLC1208-30 and an extension like part # TLE1524 or part # TLE1536 along with a weight distribution system on your truck I cannot recommend using an extension of any kind.
Products Referenced in This Question
TorkLift SuperTruss Hitch Extension for SuperHitch Trailer Hitch Receivers - 24" Long
- Hitch Adapters
- Hitch Extender
- Trailers
- 24 Inch Extension
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs
- TorkLift
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TorkLift SuperTruss Hitch Extension for SuperHitch Trailer Hitch Receivers - 36" Long
- Hitch Adapters
- Hitch Extender
- Trailers
- 36 Inch Extension
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 6500 lbs
- TorkLift
more information >
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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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