Will Curt Aluminum Cargo Carrier Make Noise in the Hitch Because of Folding Mechanism
Question:
Will this carrier make noise even with a hitch tightener due to the folding mechanism?
asked by: Shaun
Expert Reply:
The folding mechanism on the Curt cargo carrier # C18100, or anything that folds, does allow a little play and that could lead to some noise. That is just the nature of the beast. The chance for movement and/or noise is greater if the rack is empty. I have seen some people use bungee cords like # EM06664 or #EM06656 to help control movement when the carrier is empty. Something less stretchy, such as a ratchet strap # 34413, is a better option for that.
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Erickson Re-Tractable Ratchet Straps w/ Push Button Releases - 1" x 6' - 500 lbs - Qty 2
- Ratchet Straps
- Trailer
- Truck Bed
- S-Hooks
- 2 Straps
- Retractable
- 6 - 10 Feet Long
- 0 - 1 Inch Wide
- 351 - 500 lbs
- Erickson
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Erickson Power Pull Bungee Cord - Wire Hooks w/ Pull Loops - 24" Long
- Bungee Cords
- Cargo Carrier
- Roof Rack
- Trailer
- Truck Bed
- Hooks and Finger Loops
- 1 Cord
- 0 - 5 Feet Long
- Bungee Cord
- Erickson
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Erickson Industrial Power Pull Bungee Cord - Wire Hooks w/ Pull Loops - 19" Long
- Bungee Cords
- Cargo Carrier
- Roof Rack
- Trailer
- Truck Bed
- Hooks and Finger Loops
- 1 Cord
- 0 - 5 Feet Long
- Bungee Cord
- Erickson
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19x60 Curt Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches - Aluminum - 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
- Aluminum
- CURT
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