Solution for Towing Trailer and Carrying Bike Rack

Question:

Im confused. When is it all right to tow a trailer with a dual hitch? I have a lightweight 1,900 tin can camper from the 60s, wth maybe another 700 pounds fully loaded. 2,600 pounds. My bikes are less than 100 pounds. I like the space, so I want to use the dual Hitch Item # D-192, plus the Hidden Hitch 16inch mount Item # 80232. My truck is rated for 6,500 pounds. It seems what Ill be doing is under-loading the whole thing. I do realize that with two hitches, there is more movement and stuff, but.... This should be ideal, right? So why is there no photos or information about this? Most sites say never do this, but clearly on the Dual hitch is states I can tow 4,000 pounds, and the Hidden Ball mount says 6,000. I know things by half, but what is the big deal? Help! Soon! We want to leave! I can use just the hidden hitch, but that means a chance of dinging the camper with the corners of my truck shell, and also, means the bikes go inside the truck. I want to avoid that.

asked by: Robin W

Expert Reply:

If the weight of your trailer when ready to tow is lighter than half of the towing capacity of your vehicle you can use the hitch adapter part # D-192 in the configuration you mentioned.

Or, a better option is the # D210 which accomplishes a similar thing but does not have a reduced hitch capacity since there isn't a second hitch opening for the trailer. I attached a picture that shows it used with a cargo carrier and trailer.

Or if your trailer is an A-frame you could use the bunk adapter part # CC-275 for an additional hitch opening above the trailer frame.

expert reply by: Jameson C