Do I Still Need to Use the Stabilizer Straps on my Curt Hitch When Carrying a Bike Rack
Question:
What is the stabilizer strap you talk about that the Curt hitch requires and the Draw Tite doesnt. Thanks
asked by: Gaylord B
Expert Reply:
Stabilizer straps are no longer required when using a Curt hitch like the # C13130; this was an older requirement for some Curt hitches when using a bike rack only, but they have since determined that it is not required or recommended any longer. You could also use the Draw- Tite # 75784, which the main difference is that the receiver is about 1-1/2" shorter, so it's not as ideal for bike racks since the clearance from the vehicle will be minimal.
I've linked an installation video of the Draw-Tite hitch you were looking at for you to check out as well; the Curt hitch will install mostly the same.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 600 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 400 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
more information >
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