How to Use Bike Rack in 3 inch Trailer Hitch of 2017 Ford F-350
Question:
I recently purchased this item. It works perfectly on my wifes suv AND on our rv. Thank you. I was just assuming it would also work in my 2017 f350 which is equipped with the 3 inch receiver opening. Even with the adapter sleeves in the opening to accommodate the 2 inch bike rack, the bolt that secures the rack bar to the receiver is just too short. Do you know of a longer bolt option, or would I need to purchase another bicycle rack better suited for this application? Thank you
asked by: Nathan M
Expert Reply:
What you need is the Buyer's Products part # 337RTA302 which fits your 3 inch hitch and gives you a 2 inch hitch for the bike rack to fit. This slides into your 3 inch hitch and then gives you a 2 inch hitch that sticks out a bit from the 3 inch hitch opening. This allows the bike hitch pin to work normally since essentially the rack is attaching to a 2 inch hitch like it is designed for.
You'll need a pin for the adapter in the 3 inch hitch; use # 37201065 for a pin or # 63259 for a lock.
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Buyers Products 3" to 2" Receiver Tube Adapter
- Hitch Adapters
- Hitch Reducer
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- No Extension
- Fits 3 Inch Hitch
- 3 Inch to 2 Inch
- Buyers Products
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Hitch Pin and Clip for 2-1/2" and 3" Hitches - 5/8" Diameter x 4-3/4" Span
- Hitch Pins and Clips
- Standard Hitch Pin
- 4-3/4 Inch Long
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
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- JR Products
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Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock - 3" Hitches - Flush - 4" Span - Zinc Finish
- Trailer Hitch Lock
- Standard Pin Lock
- Keyed Unique
- Steel
- Fits 3 Inch Hitch
- Flush Pin
- 4 Inch Span
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Swagman Trailhead RV Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 2" Hitches
- RV and Camper Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- RV Hitch Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 4 Bikes
- Childrens Bikes
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- Womens Bikes
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- Fifth Wheel
- Flat-Towed Vehicle
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