Trailer Hitch and Cargo Carrier to Hold Honda EU3000is Generator on Back of Jayco Travel Trailer
Question:
Hi, I have a 2008 Jayco Jay feather. I also have a Honda EU3000is. I want to bring my generator along when traveling. The generator is too heavy for me to lift alone. Can you suggest something for me to mount the generator on I cant find the weight capacity for the back bumper in the manual. The generator weighs 130 lbs.
asked by: Allen M
Expert Reply:
Since generators are so heavy I do not recommend mounting it on the rear bumper of your Jayco travel trailer. What I recommend is to install a frame mounted hitch at the back of the trailer which will be a stronger and safer connection point. We have several hitches that could work and I have provided a link to them for you.
If the frame spacing is 18 to 51 inches then I recommend hitch # C13702. If the frame spacing is 47 to 77 inches I recommend # UF35-946403. Both hitches have a tongue weight capacity that can easily handle the 130 pound generator. It looks like you can get a wheel kit for that generator too so that would make loading the generator on a cargo carrier easier.
Products Referenced in This Question
Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver for RVs, 18" to 51" Wide
- RV and Camper Hitch
- Frame Mount Hitch
- 18 - 51 Inch Wide Frame
- 500 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Bolt-On
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Ultra-Fab 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver for Trailer Frames
- RV and Camper Hitch
- Frame Mount Hitch
- 47 - 77 Inch Wide Frame
- 350 lbs TW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Weld-On
- Ultra-Fab Products
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24x60 Curt Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches - Steel - 500 lbs
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Flat Carrier
- Fixed Carrier
- 24 Inch Wide
- Heavy Duty
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 60 Inch Long
- Class III
- Class IV
- Steel
- CURT
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