Using a Five Bike Rack with a 2018 Honda Odyssey

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Would the malone dual hitch adapter work well to connect my 5 bike rack to the: Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2inch - 76170 on my 2018 Honda Odyssey? On my older Odyssey, I found the rack scraping the ground often and wanted to raise it. Thanks!

asked by: Zach

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The Malone Dual Purpose Hitch Receiver, part # MPG544 will work as a rise for your hitch. However, you'll reduce the tongue weight capacity of the hitch by 50%, dropping your total capacity from 525 pounds with the Curt Class III, part # C64NR down to 262 pounds.

This may also increase the amount of ground contact you experience, as there is some length added to the rear of the vehicle with this extension.

You'll want to be conscious of the weight of the individual bikes and the weight of your carrier so you don't exceed the hitch's tongue weight capacity.

expert reply by: Jacob W

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The main differences between the Curt #C64NR and the etrailer #e98855 trailer hitches with the 2" receivers for your 2019 Honda Odyssey is that the part #e98855 features a visible crosstube with a mounting bracket for wiring while the part…

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Answer 2

There are a few different options for your 2017 Ford F-150. In my opinion I would go with Item #TLA7310S. These are going to be the easiest to install and use. When towing and you add weight, the spring pack flattens which then your overload spring…

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Answer 3

The answer to your question will depend on how you use your truck. Vehicle-based systems like the RoadActive Suspension system or air bags will work just fine with a weight distribution system, but they work best to suspend weight being hauled in the…

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Answer 4

On your 2014 Ford F-150 STX, I recommend the RoadActive Suspension Kit #RAS3611-Y if you have a 4WD truck or the #RAS3611 if you have a 2WD truck. This system easily installs over your leaf springs to improve the stability and control of your factory…

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Answer 5

In terms of the installation procedure, the appearance of the hitch and the weight capacity, the EcoHitch #306-X7372 and the Curt #C64NR Class III hitches are for all intents almost identical. Both the EcoHitch and the Curt are manufactured in the…

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Answer 6

There is some trimming of the fascia required when installing on your 2020 Honda Odyssey when you are installing the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C64NR. The only trimming required is a 1.75" x4" section of the bottom appearance panel, which…

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We carry several 2 inch trailer hitches that fit the 2020 Honda Odyssey: the Curt #C64NR, Curt #C13370, and one from us #e98855. All of them are basically the same design except for the Curt #C64NR is not as visible since it has a hidden crosstube…

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Answer 8

You are correct that for your 2022 Honda Odyssey there are a few different vehicle wiring harness options which can make things a bit confusing. The first two harness we will look at are the Tekonsha #118781 and the Curt #C56382. These harness are…

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Answer 9

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 10

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 11

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 12

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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