Trailer Hitch for 2004 Newmar Dutch Star Class A Motorhome RV
Question:
I need to know what best option is for a receiver hitch
asked by: George
Expert Reply:
For your 2004 Newmar Dutch Star Class A motorhome you can use one of the 2-inch RV-rated trailer hitches shown on the linked page.
We offer both bumper-mount and frame-mount hitches and the better option is usually the frame-mounted type like # C13701 since these can provide higher weight capacities than many RV bumpers allow. This hitch fits RV frame widths from 18- to 51-inches and it has a receiver tube with 2-inches of drop, which can help the receiver clear trim/fascia components on some RVs. All RV hitches are shown on the linked page. These are available to fit a wide range of RV frame sizes.
Many of these offer either bolt-on or weld-on installation, as indicated.
It is not a bad idea to contact Newmar with your RV's VIN to ask their recommendations for hitch installation.
If you plan to use the hitch for a bike rack be sure to select an RV-rated rack. Standard hitch racks for cars cannot be used on an RV due to the additional stresses found at the rear of motorhomes and trailers. Always use RV-rated accessories like the excellent Swagman Dispatch # S44FR 2-bike platform rack.
Products Referenced in This Question
Swagman Dispatch Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Frame Mount
- Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 3
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Swagman
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Curt Adjustable Trailer Hitch Receiver - 18"-51" Wide - 2" Drop - Class III - 2"
- RV and Camper Hitch
- Frame Mount Hitch
- 18 - 51 Inch Wide Frame
- 500 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Bolt-On
- Weld-On
- CURT
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