Expert Answers about Folding Trailer Tongue

• Trailer Hitch Mount Cargo Carrier Recommendation for a 2008 Honda Pilot
• First, the 2008 Honda Pilot with the factory 2 inch trailer hitch or even an aftermarket hitch has the face of the receiver pretty much flush with the rear bumper. That is important because it means that most if not all carriers will clear the rear of the vehicle. The Curt carrier # C18150 would work well. Fixed carriers are sturdy because there are no additional pivot points on them. But when not in use the carrier will just be sitting back there and may cause clearance issues in some...
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• Draw-Tite vs Eco-Hitch for 2018 Subaru Outback
• All 2-inch hitches we offer for your 2018 Subaru Outback Wagon appear on the page I linked for you and these of course include the Draw-Tite # 76227. This hitch has a MUCH more involved installation process than other options we offer. This hitch requires removal of the rear bumper so that the hitch mounting plates can go in between the bumper and the rest of the vehicle. It is rated for a tongue weight of 600 lbs. I went to our warehouse and measured the hitch. The Draw-Tite # 76227...
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• Differences Between Trailer Hitch Options for 2014 Chevy Volt
• The 100 lb figure you mention for the Curt # C11221 is actually the tongue weight capacity of the hitch, which is the maximum amount of downward force that could safely be applied to the trailer ball. Typically the tongue weight of a given trailer is between 10 and 15% of its fully loaded weight. Given that your trailer weighs a maximum of 400 lbs, the most tongue weight you'd likely see is 60 lbs, which is well within the capacity of the Curt # C11221. The EcoHitch # 306-X7180 and #...
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• Comparing Swagman XTC-4 and Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Clearance for 2001 Honda Odyssey
• The Swagman Hitch Bike Rack # S64665 measures 12-3/4 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the closest part of the bike rack when folded down. When we installed hitch # 75270, which you referenced, on a 2000 Honda Odyssey, we found that the distance from the center of the hitch pin hole on the trailer hitch to the rear-most point of the bumper was 6 inches. This would give you 5-3/4 inches of clearance between your rear bumper and the closest part of the bike rack. You likely...
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• Comparing EZ Haul and Demco Kar Kaddy SS Tow Dollies for Storage
• The EZ Haul Car Tow Dolly with hydraulic brakes looks like a pretty straight-forward tow dolly that has entry-level quality that get's the job done. We don't carry this tow dolly so I can't speak to longevity but for what it is it seems to be a decent option. Our best option for a reduced storage situation is the Demco Kar Kaddy SS Tow Dolly with Disc Brakes # DM9713045. This is actually a premium option that has folding ramps (as opposed to removing and storing them) and a foldable tongue...
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• Difference Between Küat NV22G NV 2.0 and 2.0 Base BA22B Bike Racks
• The only difference between the Küat NV 2.0 # NV22G and the NV 2.0 Base, part # BA22B is the color and the fact that the # NV22G includes the bike repair stand which is sold separately with the 2.0 Base # BA22B. I didn't understand the measurement you typed, but if the hitch pin hole to furthest part of the rear face of the spare tire is less than 6-5/8 inches, either rack would install just find and be able to fold up into the storage position. The Base model offers a little more clearance,...
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• Comparing Curt Trailer Hitch C11424 and Draw-Tite 24964 For 2018 Hyundai Elantra
• The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11424 you were looking at is for your 2018 Hyundai Elantra. It is a class I and has 200lb tongue weight/2000lb trailer weight rating. It will require stabilizing straps # 18050 for non-trailered loads like a bike rack to keep from voiding the warranty. Thia Class I hitch and may not work with the Thule 4 Bike rack you have currently if it is not one that is compatible with Class I/II receivers and 2" receivers. Class I receivers have a tab inside that...
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• Comparing etrailer e98874 and Curt # C18152 2-Inch Hitch Cargo Carriers
• Both the etrailer # e98874 and Curt # C18152 2-inch hitch cargo carriers will fit the 2-inch Class III hitch on your 2015 Lexus GX 460. Both feature steel construction and a 500-lb capacity but they differ in a few respects. The etrailer offers 9-1/2-inches of clearance from the hitch pin hole when it is folded up in the storage position while the Curt # C18152 does not fold. You can simply measure from your hitch pin hole to the rear-most part of the car to determine how much clearance...
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• Curt vs Draw-tite Hitch for a 2020 Subaru Forester
• For your 2020 Subaru Forester, I recommend the Curt hitch. It is going to be able to handle your Yakima HoldUp EVO 2, part # Y02479, without any problems. Both the Curt and Draw-Tite hitches are Class III hitches with 2" receivers. They both also have a gross tongue weight capacities of 525 pounds, which is more than enough to hold up your bike rack. Also, they both have a pin-hole-to-bumper length of 5", so they will have the same clearance. Even with the rack folded up, there is about...
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• Highest Capacity Trailer Hitch for 2018 Mazda 3 Hatchback
• All of the hitches made for your 2018 Mazda 3 Hatchback are rated the same, for 300-lbs of tongue weight (TW) and 2000-lbs towing capacity. But these are available in two receiver sizes, both 1-1/4-inch like # 24914 from Draw-Tite and # C11377 from Curt, and also 2-inch like the EcoHitch # 306-X7305 that you referenced in your question. If you already own accessory bike and cargo carriers that fit one particular size hitch then you might a well stick with that same size for the hitch....
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• Aluminum Trailer Hitch Mount Cargo Carrier for a 2002 Toyota Sequoia with 2 Inch Trailer Hitch
• We have a couple of aluminum trailer hitch mount cargo carriers that will both fit your 2002 Toyota Sequoia with the 2 inch trailer hitch. First, the Curt carrier you have referenced # C18100 is a fit. This carrier can fold up and when in the folded up position it will be 5 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the nearest edge of the carrier. To make sure it will fit when folded just measure from the center of your hitch pin hole straight back to the distance required to clear...
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• Bike Rack Recommendation and Fitment on 2016 Ford Mustang with Draw-Tite Hitch 24928
• I can help you find a rack to carry two bikes on your 2016 ford Mustang, but I do not recommend the # HR200Z. It just isn't a good fit for your Mustand and Draw-Tite hitch. Instead, I would recommend the Swagman Chinook # S64683. The rack has tons of bumper clearance and will fold up to the vehicle for storage and the tilt away for easy rear of the vehicle access. This rack will accommodate your 2.25 inch tires and allow you to carry two 26 inch mountain bikes. It has plenty of clearence...
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• Comparing a Folding Carrier and a Fixed Carrier for Trailer Hitch on a 2017 Toyota Highlander
• The advantage of a folding carrier like part # e98874 is, obviously, that it it can fold up for rear clearance when you don't have anything loaded on it. The disadvantage of a folding carrier is that since there are more hinges and connection points they can tend to have more movement. Fixed carriers like part # C18152 that you referenced cannot, as their name suggests, fold up for storage or rear clearance, but since the shank is one solid piece they tend to have less movement. Both...
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• Ability to Convert Surco Hitch Mounted Cargo Carrier to The Folding Model
• Yes, there is a hitch adapter extension, the Folding Basket Adapter for 2 inch Trailer Mounted Cargo Carriers, part # 52015, which will allow you to convert the regular Cargo Carrier, part # C618150 to a folding Cargo Carrier. This setup will work for you. If your cargo covers your vehicle lights, you could add the light kit like the etrailer License Plate and LED Tail Light Mounting Kit for Hitch Mounted Cargo Carrier Item # e98943-44LED. The carriers that you referenced are no longer...
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• Kuat Sherpa # S101 vs Saris Freedom SuperClamp 2 Bike Rack # SA4025
• When it comes to a battle of build quality and features between the Kuat Sherpa, # SH22G, and the Saris Freedom SuperClamp 2 Bike Rack EX2, # SA4025F, the winner in my opinion is Kuat. Although the Saris Freedom SuperClamp 2 Bike Rack EX, # SA4025F, is a great bike bike, the Kuat Sherpa, # S101, just seems to be built to higher quality standards. Since you also mention that you will be removing the rack after each trip, the tool free installation would be a plus. In order to make sure...
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• Differences Between Pro Series # PS49901 and # PS49583 Weight Distribution Systems
• When you're choosing a weight distribution system, you'll want to choose the system whose effective tongue weight range most closely matches the fully loaded and ready to tow tongue weight of your trailer. The weight of any cargo carried behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle should also be considered tongue weight. Ideally, you want the fully loaded tongue weight of the trailer to be as closes as possible to the middle of the effective tongue weight range of the system you choose. If...
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• Comparing the Reese Light Duty Weight Distribution System to the Pro Series RB2 for a 2700lb trailer
• When choosing a weight distribution system, the most important factor to consider is the fully loaded and ready to tow tongue weight of your trailer plus the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of your 2004 Honda Odyssey. Tongue weight of a trailer is typically calculated to be 10 to 15 percent of the gross trailer weight. If your Scamp trailer weighs 2,700 lbs, then the tongue weight may be around 270 lbs to 405 lbs. You must then add the weight of the cargo that you load in the back...
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• Comparing Draw-Tite DT24959 and Curt C11286 Class I Hitches for 2014 Subaru Impreza Wagon
• For your 2014 Subaru Impreza Wagon with single exhaust we do offer the Class I hitches # DT24959 from Draw-Tite and # C11286 from Curt. Both of these are a fit for your car so long as it is NOT the WRX or WRX STi. Both of these Class I hitches have a 1-1/4-inch receiver opening and offer identical weight ratings of 200-lbs tongue weight (TW) which is downward force on the hitch and towing weight of 2000-lbs. Please note these hitch ratings may exceed the same ratings for the car itself. In...
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• Comparing Reese Strait-Line and Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution Systems for 5,800 Pound Trailer
• The Reese dual-cam sway control is the superior sway control compared to that used in the Curt TruTrack systems. The Reese systems cams attached at the trailer will be more effective that the Curt system that gets its sway control primarily at the head. The 1,000 pound Curt system, # C17500, is actually rated for 800 to 1,000 pounds tongue weight. If the total tongue weight of the trailer is less than 800 pounds then the system would be too stiff for the trailer. The Reese Strait-Line...
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• Best Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System for a 2016 Keystone Cougar Travel Trailer
• For your 2016 Keystone Cougar Travel Trailer, it's best to use the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System that's rated for 12,000 lbs gross trailer weight, part # EQ37120ET. The reason for going with a system that has a higher gross trailer weight capacity for your Travel Trailer is because of the tongue weight, which is the most important factor when choosing a weight distribution system. The dry tongue weight of your trailer is about 800 pounds. However, when that is loaded, that will...
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