Rear Jacking Point Recommendation for a 1998 Honda Civic EX with a Draw Tite Hitch Installed
Question:
I have 1998 Honda Civic EX and am contemplating purchasing the Swagman XC S64650 along with the dra tite 24677 and anti rattle lock S64029. I have had it with the trunk strapped bike racks as they tend to move their positioning. are these items compatible for my Civic. Also, I service the car myself and when I jack the rear of the car, I position the jack on the rear hook. once I install the hitch, can I still use this are rear hook, now covered by hitch as the jacking point? Thanks!!
asked by: Carl A
Helpful Expert Reply:
All the part numbers you mentioned will work great together and on your 1998 Honda Civic EX. The # 24677 Class I Draw Tite hitch would be an excellent choice for a hitch on your vehicle and the Swagman XC # S64650 that you referenced is compatible with Class I hitches so it should work well for you.
The Locking Anti-Rattle, Threaded Hitch Pin # S64029 will also work with the XC bike rack and would do a great job to reduce movement of the bike rack in the hitch.
I did some checking and it looks like you could use the center portion of the # 246777 that is under the tow hook as a jacking point. The reason is because it attaches securely to the tow hook which I confirmed as a recommended jacking point for your vehicle.
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