In this video, I explain how extending the length of a hitch - using an extension - impacts the forces on the axles of the tow vehicle.

First, I explain the mechanics of .how tongue weight is transferred to both the front and rear axles - complete with the equations of the levers involved. Next, I work out a real-world example using my pickup truck and a trailer loaded with my classic farm tractor. Finally, I weigh my entire setup at my local CAT Scales - with and without my hitch extension installed.

Links:
Wikipedia on Levers - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lever
Ram Body Builder's Guide - http://www.rambodybuilder.com/year.pdf
TorkLift SuperTruss - https://www.torklift.com/rv/supertruss
Sherline LM-2000 Trailer Tongue Weight Scale - https://www.sherline.com/product/sher...
CAT Scales - https://catscale.com/

Truck: 2014 RAM 3500 DRW, Crew Cab, long bed, 4x4, 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel
Truck Camper: 2015 Arctic Fox 990 - Northwood Manufacturing
Receiver: Torklift SuperHitch Original (20K)
Hitch Extension: Torklift 28" SuperTruss
Ball Mount: 6" drop with a 2" ball
Trailer: 18' Utility Trailer
Tractor: 1953 Ford NAA (aka "Golden Jubilee")

Video gear:
Canon M50 with 15-45mm Kit lens
Futga Variable ND Filter
Boya BY-M1 Lavalier mic
K&F Concept TM2534T tripod
GoPro Hero8 Black

Editing Software:
DaVinci Resolve 16 by Blackmagic Design