Is it Possible to Increase Ground on a 2014 Acura MDX Carrying a Cargo Carrier
Question:
Hi I recently purchased an aluminum cargo carrier for my 2014 Acura MDX. I have a 2inch curt receiver hidden hitch that I use for my Thule 5 bike rack and the newly purchased cargo carrier for transporting my large Honda snow blower that weighs 275 lbs. my problem is when I put my blower on the carrier it only has 8 to 10inch ground clearance. This clearance is not high enough with the weight of the blower. The cargo carrier will bottom out just leaving my driveway with a 2inch exiting into street. I see some receiver risers on your website can you point me in the right direction? Thanks
asked by: Pat
Expert Reply:
Ball mounts like the part # MT70066 will give you additional 5-1/2 inches of rise, but it also will push the hitch cargo carrier out an additional 8 inches which can at least partially offset the additional rise achieved.
A set of Timbrens part # THROD2 will give you additional rear suspension support which will help with the sag from the weight of the cargo carrier and snow blower. This will help with ground clearance.
Products Referenced in This Question
MaxxTow Ball Mount w/ 2" Accessory Receiver - 2" Hitches - 2-1/4" Drop - 5,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 1 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Rise - 0 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 5000 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Built-In Dual Hitch
- Long Shank
- MaxxTow
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Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System
- Vehicle Suspension
- Rear Axle Suspension Enhancement
- Jounce-Style Springs
- Standard Duty
- Timbren
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