Cargo Carrier Option for 2009 Ford Flex That Allows Rear Hatch to Open
Question:
I am wondering if the hatch would open with the carpod installed and the side walls up on a 2009 Ford Flex?
asked by: Rebecca
Expert Reply:
The Carpod Walled cargo carrier you referenced, part # M2205 would not allow you to open the rear hatch of your Ford Flex unless the front, rear and side walls were folded down.
The only cargo carrier we offer that I can guarantee will allow you to fully open your rear hatch would be the Yakima EXO Swing Away Enclosed Cargo Carrier - 2" Hitches - 10 cu ft - 100 lbs # Y62VR. As the name implies, the carrier will swing away toward the passenger side of the vehicle enough so that the rear hatch can be opened.
Another alternative would be to use a standard cargo carrier like part # C18151 along with a cargo bag like part # 988501. With the bag removed, you'd be able to open the rear hatch with no trouble whatsoever. The bag has a maximum capacity of 20 cubic feet, is very rugged and is very highly rated by our customers as you can see by the reviews on the product page.
I've linked you to some product demonstration videos, I hope you'll find them helpful.
Products Referenced in This Question
etrailer Cargo Bag w/ Mounting Straps - Water Resistant - 20 cu ft - 59" x 24" x 24"
- Hitch Cargo Carrier Bag
- Water Resistant
- Large
- 59L x 24W x 24T Inch
- Black
- etrailer
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20x59 Curt Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches - Steel - Folding - 500 lbs
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Flat Carrier
- Folding Carrier
- 20 Inch Wide
- Heavy Duty
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 60 Inch Long
- Class III
- Class IV
- Steel
- CURT
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Yakima EXO Swing Away Enclosed Cargo Carrier - 2" Hitches - 10 cu ft - 100 lbs
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Enclosed Carrier
- Swing Away Carrier
- 23 inch Wide
- Light Duty
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 60 Inch Long
- Class III
- Class IV
- Steel
- Yakima
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23x47 Carpod Walled Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches - Steel - 4" Rise - Folding - 450 lbs
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Flat Carrier
- Folding Carrier
- 24 Inch Wide
- Standard Duty
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 48 Inch Long
- Class III
- Class IV
- Steel
- Carpod
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