Folding Hitch Cargo Carrier Recommendation for 2016 Jeep Wrangler to Clear Spare

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Need a folding cargo carrier for my 2016 jeep wrangler 4 door. 2 inch hitch. Would like it to fold up and not hit my tire. Help !!! 24x60 Curt Cargo Carrier for 2inch Hitches - Steel - Folding - 500 lbs VS 20x60 etrailer Cargo Carrier for 2inch Hitches - Steel - Folding - 500 lb

asked by: Lisa

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Expert Reply:

The folding cargo carrier that would have the best shot at being able to fold up and clear the spare is the part # e98874 which measures 9-1/2 inches from the pin hole to the carrier edge when folded up.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Most commonly with Jeep Wrangler the hitch extender part #13432 does the trick as it adds 8 additional inches to the hitch tube. But that will depend on the bike rack you have and how much clearance your setup calls for. You should note that hitch…

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Answer 2

The hitches you listed, part #9883544, and part #13432, are both manufactured by Curt and are Class lll hitches with 2 inch receiver openings. There is no difference in the performance or capacities for these hitches. We received special pricing for…

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Answer 3

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 4

When it comes to choosing between the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR and the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524, these systems are extremely similar in their setup and functionality. Both of these systems provide proportional braking in a compact and easy to…

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Answer 5

We do offer tow bar setups that can attach to the D-rings on the Warn Elite Bumper. Your will need to use a D-ring adapter to connect the tow bar. For the adapter you have the following options: 1" Thick D-Rings #RM-035-1 3/4" Thick D-Rings…

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Answer 6

Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…

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Answer 7

I have a solution for you, however, I would not recommend mounting a tow bar directly to a bumper on a Jeep, whether it is OEM or an aftermarket bumper. Jeep does not recommend towing the Wrangler with the OEM bumper because it was not designed to…

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Answer 8

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 9

Hi Robert; hopefully your Roadmaster tow bar is one that attaches to direct-connect base plates as opposed to crossbar base plates; for example the 8,000 lb Roadmaster Sterling would be optimal. Assuming that, here is what you need to flat tow your…

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Answer 10

The best hitch for a 2024 Subaru Outback is the etrailer item #e25TR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Subaru with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver, that has a 3,500 lbs towing capacity and a 350 lbs…

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Answer 11

Hey Dave, In my opinion the etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit #e98948 is going to be the stronger option compared to the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit #BLU53FR. Blue Ox started adding safety cables to their baseplate kits as a last resort backup in the…

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Answer 12

To flat tow your Jeep Wrangler JK behind your motorhome, you will need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, tail light wiring harness, and a supplemental braking system. Depending on the year of your Wrangler, you may also need a Brake-Lite…

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