Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendations for a 2000 Toyota Avalon XLS
Question:
Which has a cleaner look: CURT 12339 or Draw Tite 36293 ? I will only use for a 3 bike rack system. No towing. Also, my guess is Draw Tite may offer a little more ground clearance for road dips, etc. Thanks for your consideration!
asked by: Travis K
Expert Reply:
In my opinion, the Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 36293 has a cleaner look than Curt hitch # C12339. I have included a picture showing the hitches side by side installed on a vehicle for you to compare. The Curt hitch has that bracket that goes beneath the muffler on your 2000 Toyota Avalon. The Draw-Tite hitch does not so it appears a little cleaner.
Ground clearance would be about the same on either hitch.
Another thing about the Curt hitch is that they require the use of a stabilization strap, # 18050, for all non-trailer loads, such as a bike rack, to be in compliance with the warranty requirements.
Draw-Tite does not require a strap.
For a compatible bike rack I recommend the Swagman Trailhead # S63365. It features a rise in the shank for additional ground clearance. I have linked a video review of this rack for you.
If you will be carrying any bikes that do not have a top frame tube that goes straight across (like a typical mens bike) I recommend using adapter bar # S64005. This will allow you to carry those bikes more level. I use adapters similar to this and without them my wifes bike would be at a severe angle and I would not be able to load my sons bike at all. I have included a video link showing how the adapter works.
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Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class II
- 300 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
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Swagman Bike Frame Adapter Bar - Small - 22-1/2" - 30" - 35 lbs
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- Hitch Bike Racks
- Spare Tire Bike Racks
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Adapter Bar
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Swagman Trailhead Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
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- Frame Mount
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- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Swagman
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class II
- 300 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
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- Visible Cross Tube
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