Gen-Y Hitch Extender 14in x 2in 500lb TW 10K Towing

Move Your Receiver Back 14 Inches Without Sacrificing Towing Capacity

The Gen-Y GH-040 hitch extender adds 14 inches of clearance between your receiver and the trailer coupler, solving the cab-corner clearance problem on short-bed trucks towing fifth-wheel or bumper-pull trailers. Built from heavy-duty powder-coated steel with a 2-inch receiver shank, the GH-040 is rated at 500 lb tongue weight and 10,000 lb gross towing capacity. The shank fits either 2-inch drop or 2-inch rise orientation, so the same extender adapts to trucks with different hitch heights. A single hitch pin and clip (included) locks the extender in place.

Key Features

• 14-inch extension moves the trailer coupler rearward, preventing cab-corner contact during tight turns
• 2-inch receiver shank fits all standard 2-inch class III and class IV receivers
• Reversible 2-inch drop or 2-inch rise orientation for flexible hitch height matching
• 500 lb tongue weight capacity and 10,000 lb gross towing capacity
• Heavy-duty powder-coated steel construction resists rust and road-salt exposure
• Includes hitch pin and clip for secure retention
• Universal design works with any truck, SUV, or van equipped with a standard 2-inch receiver
• Compact single-piece design adds no moving parts or failure points

Specifications

What's Included

• 1 GH-040 hitch extender (14-inch, 2-inch shank)
• 1 hitch pin
• 1 hitch pin clip

About Gen-Y Hitch

Gen-Y Hitch engineers heavy-duty towing solutions for commercial fleets and serious recreational towers. Based in Nappanee, Indiana, Gen-Y is known for its Executive series adjustable hitches and 5th wheel to gooseneck conversion systems. The GH-040 is part of Gen-Y's lineup of universal towing accessories designed to expand the capability of standard receiver hitches.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Gen-Y GH-040 is used to move a trailer's coupler point 14 inches further rearward from the truck's bumper. This extra distance is most commonly needed on short-bed trucks where the trailer would otherwise contact the cab corner during tight turns.

The GH-040 uses a standard 2-inch square receiver shank. It fits any truck, SUV, or van with a standard 2-inch class III or class IV receiver hitch.

Yes. The GH-040 shank is reversible, providing either 2 inches of drop or 2 inches of rise depending on which orientation you install it. This makes the extender compatible with a wider range of truck and trailer height combinations.

The Gen-Y GH-040 is rated at 500 lb tongue weight capacity. Do not exceed this rating regardless of the tow vehicle's tongue weight capacity.

The GH-040 has a 10,000 lb gross towing capacity. Always stay within the lower of the GH-040 rating, your vehicle's tow rating, and your trailer's GVWR.

The GH-040 includes a standard hitch pin and clip. If you want to prevent theft of the extender, a separately purchased locking hitch pin in the appropriate diameter will work in the GH-040's pin hole.

A hitch extender does not directly reduce the tow vehicle's published tow rating, but adding extender length increases the lever arm acting on the hitch receiver. The GH-040's 10,000 lb gross towing capacity is the limiting factor when using this extender.

Yes. The GH-040 is finished with a powder-coat that resists rust and corrosion from road salt and moisture. Periodically remove the extender from the receiver, clean the shank, and lightly lubricate with a receiver anti-seize compound to prevent binding.

Installation Instructions

1. Confirm your receiver is a standard 2-inch opening and the hitch is rated for at least 10,000 lb gross towing.
2. Decide on drop or rise orientation and insert the GH-040 shank into the receiver in the correct position.
3. Align the pin holes and insert the included hitch pin through both the receiver and the GH-040 shank.
4. Install the hitch clip through the hitch pin to prevent accidental removal.
5. Attach your ball mount or coupler to the 2-inch receiver opening at the rear of the GH-040.
6. Verify all connections are tight before towing.

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.