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  • Highest Rated Hitch For A Camper
  • I have included a link to the class III receivers designed for RV's and Campers like the Curt Adjustable Trailer Hitch Receiver Item # C13701. These are weld on or bolt on receivers and have a 500 lb tongue weight and 5000lb gross towing capacity. The highest rated hitch receivers we offer like the Curt Class 5 Universal Weld-on Hitch Item # C97CR are universal hitches and are not specifically designed for RV's and Campers, but require them to be welded to the frame. I have included a...
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  • Can Curt 2-Inch RV Bumper Trailer Hitch Receiver # E-100 Mount to camper to Tow Boat Trailer
  • The Curt 2-Inch RV Bumper Trailer Hitch Receiver # E-100 has enough capacity for towing a 3500-lb trailer load like your 17-foot jon boat. It will mount to a 4-inch square channel bumper using the included hardware. You will want to check with your camper manufacturer to verify that your particular camper model has the bumper and frame strength to allow towing a trailer with a GTW of around 3000-3500-lbs. Both the camper's bumper and the frame structure have to be sufficiently strong to...
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  • Weight Capacity for Yakima OnRamp Platform Rack for Fifth Wheel Campers
  • With hitch accessories weight capacities are decreased on RV's and campers because the suspension is more rough and has more chance of being bounced around. With the rear bumper on a camper or RV being further from the rear axle, it exaggerates the bouncing your bikes and bike rack are going to endure. Another good option to look at is part # LGA77FR. You are offered a 75 per bike weight capacity for this rack.
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  • RV Trailer Hitch Receiver With 500 lb Tongue Weight Capacity
  • There are RV trailer hitch receivers with a tongue weight capacity of 500 lbs, though no bumper-mounted hitches like the # E-100 you mentioned. Instead, you will need a frame-mounted hitch, the Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver for RVs # C13704. This hitch will work so long as your RV has a frame width (inside-to-inside) of between 22" and 66", and has a box frame, C-channel frame, or I-beam frame. You will also need to ensure via the trailer manufacturer that your camper is rated...
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  • Capacity of Clamp-On RV Bumper 2 Inch Trailer Hitch Receiver # S64025 with Anti-Rattle
  • The limiting factor is not the capacity of RV bumper hitch # S64025. The main issue is the capacity of the bumper. You will need to contact the RV manufacturer to find out the specifications for your bumper. Also, you will have to be certain you have the right bumper, as this hitch is designed exclusively for 4 inch by 4 inch continuous-welded steel bumpers. This adapter is not compatible with aluminum or spot-welded steel bumpers. There is no drilling required, as the hitch slips over...
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  • Will Curt Trailer Hitch For 2004 Nissan Murano be Able to Pull Camper Trailer
  • Yes it will; with a 3,500 lb capacity and 350 lb tongue weight, the Curt hitch that fits your 2004 Nissan Murano meets the towing capacity of your vehicle, and can tow a camper trailer up to that weight. The correct fit for your '04 Murano is the following part number: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13571 Along with the Curt # 13571, in order to tow with your '04 Murano you'll also need a trailer wiring harness to power the lights of the trailer. For that the correct part number is the...
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  • What Determines Cargo Weight Limit for Hitch Carrier Installed on RV Bumper Hitch
  • The amount of actual cargo weight you can safely transport on a hitch cargo carrier installed in a bumper-mounted hitch is determined by the lowest-rated component. Those components consist of the RV's bumper, the hitch such as # UF35-946401 that is mounted on it, and the cargo carrier itself. The lowest-rated of the three items will determine overall capacity. If you have a 500-lb-rated cargo carrier like Curt # C18151 and install this in the 200-lb-rated Ultra-Fab RV Hitch # UF35-946401...
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  • Trailer Hitch for Camper Frame With Bolt Holes 51 Inches Apart
  • The Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13701 is 51 inches from end to end (see accompanying photo), so to fit your camper you will want to go to the next size up, the Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver for RVs, 22" to 68-1/2" Wide # C13704. This hitch has a longer crosstube but it is designed to be trimmed so the ends are flush with the brackets. This is a Class III hitch with a 2" receiver and has a lifetime warranty which speaks to its durability. Please keep in mind that...
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  • Hitch Tube Dimension of Ultra Fab Trailer Hitch for RV UF35-946403
  • The dimension you are looking for is 5-1/4 inches on the Ultra Fab hitch part # UF35-946403 that you referenced. I attached a picture that has the dimension pointed out in blue.
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  • Tubing Dimensions of Swagman RV 4 Bike Carrier
  • The Swagman RV Mounted 4 Bike Carrier you mentioned, part # S80600 is constructed of 7/8 inch square steel tubing. If you only have 3/4 inches of clearance above your bumper, the rack will not fit as the tubing will be just a little too thick. For 4 bikes, your best bet would be to use a bolt-on receiver like part # UF35-946402 along with a hitch mounted bike rack. Bike racks installed on an RV or towed camper is subjected to additional bouncing than what would be experienced when installed...
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  • Recommended Hitch for a 5th Wheel Trailer
  • To add a hitch to the back of your 5th wheel trailer, I recommend the Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver for RVs item # 13703. It works with frames from 22" wide to 72" wide and comes with hardware. This hitch can be bolted to the frame or welded. This is our most popular and versatile hitches for trailers. It has a 350 lbs maximum tongue weight and a 3,500 lbs towing capacity. I have linked an installation video below.
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  • What is the Width of the Square Tube on the Curt Hitch C13703?
  • The tube itself on the Curt Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver for RVs part # 13703 is 68" end to end without the wings installed. The wings jut outward to allow the max width measurement to be 72".
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  • Mounting Plate Dimensions of RV Trailer Hitch
  • The mounting plate for the Lippert 1-1/4" Trailer Hitch Receiver # LC240220 is 8 inches wide and 3-1/2 inches tall. It has mounting holes which are 2 inches apart on center vertically and 6 inches apart on center horizontally. I have added a link to a video review for you to check out as well.
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  • Carrying Electric Bikes on My RV Bumper
  • While the Swagman 4 Bumper Mounted Bike Rack # S80600 has a total capacity of 120 lbs, it also has a per bike capacity of 30lbs. That means the individual mounting points for each bike is not rated for bikes heavier than 30lbs. Thankfully, bike rack technology has improved in recent years and we have more options for you! I recommend using a bumper hitch receiver like the Curt RV Bumper Hitch # E-100. This fits around 4" square bumpers and has a 350 tongue weight capacity. For a bike...
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  • Recommended RV Hitch and Motorcycle Carrier for 2011 Crusader 5th Wheel Trailer
  • In order to use an RV-rated motorcycle carrier on the back of your 2011 Crusader 5th wheel you will first need to install a 2-inch frame-mount hitch with a 500-lb tongue weight (TW) capacity. Curt hitch # 13703 that you referenced is rated only to 350-lbs so it will not work for your intended use. The linked page will show you Curt # C13701. You'll first want to measure your 5th wheel's frame - outside to outside - to confirm this hitch will fit. Once you have a hitch in place you can...
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  • RDJ-2K Tongue Jack Weight Rating for 2015 Jayco Jayfeather Travel Trailer
  • On the Ultimate Trailer Jack # 322-RDJ-2K that is the lifting capacity(2,000lbs) or the amount of tongue weight the camper has. It is capable of supporting 3,000lbs as long as its not raising or lowering. What that means is when you are using the camper the added weight of the people using it and everything else inside shouldn't exceed 3,000lbs on just the tongue jack. I don't see your 2015 Jayco Jayfeather x17z coming close to either of those weights, so you are safe to install it on your...
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  • Replacement Fabric for 19 Foot Solera, Dometic, A&E, or Carefree RV Awnings
  • The Replacement 18'1" Fabric for 19' RV Awning item # LCV000334424 you were looking at is made for Solera, Dometic A&E, or Carefree RV awnings. It is for a 19' awning assembly and measures 18'1" x 8'. In order to determine if this is the correct replacement fabric for your 2009 Salem camper trailer you're going to need to determine what brand of awning you have. There should be markings or part numbers stamped or stickered somewhere. I do not have any way of knowing what's on your camper. If...
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  • How Tall is Classic Accessories PolyPro III Deluxe RV Cover for Class B Camper Vans # CA80103
  • The Classic Accessories PolyPro III Deluxe RV Cover for Class B Camper Vans # CA80103 that you referenced is 9 foot 9 inches tall. This would be about 1-1/2 foot taller than you'd need.
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  • Will Trailer Hitch and Loaded Bike Rack on Trailer Affect Gross Trailer Weight and Tongue Weight
  • The impact of a loaded bike rack on the back of the trailer will be negligible in terms of the gross trailer weight though it will count towards it. If anything it will lower the tongue weight of the trailer since more weight is at the back of the trailer. The Curt RV bumper hitch # E-100 is a fine choice provided the trailer has a 4 inch square steel bumper. Keep in mind that there are only certain bike racks that are rated for use at the back of a trailer. I have included a link to...
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  • Space Needed To Install The Ventline RV Trailer Bath Fan # VE64FR
  • The Ventline RV Trailer Bath Fan Non-Lighted # VE64FR is approximately 3-5/8" in height so you would want at least 3-3/4" of space minimum to install this in your camper.
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