How Far Does The Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver Stick Past Rear Bumper Of 2021 Tesla Model 3?

Question:

In order to determine whether or not our 2021 Model 3 will have the needed clearance for our driveway and whether we can use the Thule EasyFold Rack, I need the following info. Ive seen the measurements in the video. 1. From the edge of the bumper, how far does the receiver protrude horizontally from the back of the car? 2. What is the difference in weight between the 1.25inch and 2inch receivers in case I have to remove the receiver to use the driveway if the clearance doesnt work. Im a small person. 3. Do I have to crawl under the car to remove/ the receiver? 4. I saw a video on YouTube about the 1.25inch receiver and it said I needed to order a separate locking hitch pin because it doesnt come with it. If thats true, can you send me the link for that? 5. Regarding the Thule Easyfold Rack. Do you have a drawing of this installed in the hitch so I can determine how far it extends beyond and below the receiver at its lowest point. I seem to remember seeing that there was a plastic knob that might be damaged in a strong incline. Lots of questions! I hope they are clear. Thank you for your help :-

asked by: Kathy

Expert Reply:

I will do my best to answer all of your questions!

The Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" # 391TES317 for your 2021 Tesla Model 3 will protrude right around 3-3/4" from the bottom edge of your rear bumper as you can see in the included picture.

The actual receiver portion of the hitch only weighs around 7lbs, and this is pretty much the same for the 1-1/4" receiver # 391RR1 and the 2" receiver included with the hitch.

You will need to get underneath the vehicle to remove the receiver if needed as you can see Ryan doing at the :40 second mark of the included video.

The lock on the hitch to secure the receiver to the hitch itself is not removeable and works for both receivers, so there is nothing you need to purchase separately.

Now moving over to the Thule EasyFold XT Bike Rack # TH903202 the knob mentioned will hang around 1/2" below the bottom of the receiver, and is located 5" back from the center of the hitch pin hole. This is the lowest part of the rack.

There is not a diagram of this hitch installed but it will stick out 38" from the center of the hitch pin hole on your receiver which on your case is 1-1/2" past that bottom part of your rear bumper so you can just measure 39-1/2" back from the bottom part of your bumper to get an idea of how far the rack will extend.

This rack does have a raised shank so it will help with a steep incline, but you may still run into an issue with how low your vehicle is.

I included videos of the products mentioned for you to take a look at.