Is there a Way to Adapt Flat Bar Receiver to Regular Square Receiver on a 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan
Question:
Is it possible to convert a hidden flat bar receiver with a flat bar ball mount to a 2 inch square receiver? I want to be able to attach a hitch mounted bike rack but dont like the cheap ball mounted bike racks. I measured the flat bar and as best I can tell the width of the bar was 2.5 inches and the depth of the bar was 0.75 inches. I know they dont make these any more, but am wondering if there is a way to convert them.
asked by: Brenda
Helpful Expert Reply:
The only way to convert your hitch to a standard receiver would be to have one welded on. But the much safer option is to install a different hitch. I recommend Draw-Tite hitch # 36296 for the 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan because with it the receiver will be the only part visible and the receiver is tight against the bumper from better ground clearance. I have linked a video showing an example installation of this hitch for you.
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Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class II
- 300 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
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Draw-Tite Drawbar for 1-1/4" Hitches - 5/8" Rise - 6-5/8" Long - 2,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 3/4 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
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- 2000 lbs GTW
- Class I
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