Recommended Cargo Carrier for a Nissan Juke and Class I Hitch
Question:
Hi, I have Nissan JUKE 2011. I have installed a Class I trailer hitch. My question is, can I buy and install the Thule Enclosed Cargo Carrier for 1-1/4? Even though id, class II or better not? If not which Cargo carrier would you advise?
asked by: Denisa
Expert Reply:
The ThuleEnclosed Cargo Carrier you reference, part # TH665C, is meant to be used with a Class II hitch, which typically has a 3500 lb towing and 300 lb tongue weight capacity. Your Nissan Juke uses a Class I hitch, that you referenced which has a 2,000 lbs towing and 200 lbs tongue weight capacity.
The hitch and the frame members where it attaches to the vehicle lack the strength to safely use that carrier.
I recommend using a Class I compatible carrier like the Curt 20x48 Cargo Carrier # C18110, which has an angled shank that raises the platform 3-3/4 inches which provides great ground clearance. We have a cargo bag, part # e98990 that would fit the carrier perfectly. This water resistant bag is very highly rated by our customers.
I have linked you to the install details, as well as a product demonstration video featuring the cargo bag I recommended.
Products Referenced in This Question
Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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19x47 Curt Cargo Carrier for 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Steel - 300 lbs
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Flat Carrier
- Fixed Carrier
- 20 Inch Wide
- Standard Duty
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 48 Inch Long
- Class I
- Class II
- Class III
- Class IV
- Steel
- CURT
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etrailer Cargo Bag w/ Mounting Straps - Water Resistant - 9 cu ft - 40" x 20" x 20"
- Hitch Cargo Carrier Bag
- Water Resistant
- Medium
- 40L x 20W x 20H Inch
- Black
- etrailer
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19x47 Curt Cargo Carrier for 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Steel - 300 lbs
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Flat Carrier
- Fixed Carrier
- 20 Inch Wide
- Standard Duty
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 48 Inch Long
- Class I
- Class II
- Class III
- Class IV
- Steel
- CURT
more information >
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