How do I Eliminate Sag with the GearSpace 34 on My 2021 Mercedes Sprinter 3500?
Question:
Hello. I have a 2021 Mercedes Sprinter 3500 and a hitch extender for my GearSpace 34. I've noticed that the carrier sags once I load my cargo. What can I do?
asked by: Kristin
Expert Reply:
If you are experiencing sag on your 2021 Mercedes Sprinter 3500 with the GearSpace 34 # HGK826 or # HGK819 installed, there are two common issues associated with this: too much weight or not enough ground clearance on your hitch extender.
For the first issue, if you are using a compatible hitch receiver like the Draw-Tite # 75601 with a hitch extender like the Curt Hitch Extender # C45791, it is important to note that the use of an extender reduces the overall weight capacity to 50%. So, for the Draw-Tite Hitch, the maximum tongue weight will decrease to 250 pounds of maximum tongue weight and 2,500 pounds of maximum towing weight. It is important to abide by this reduced capacity because it is less than the 300 pound capacity of the GearSpace 34. If you have weight loaded than the reduced capacity of the hitch, I recommend trying to alleviate some of the weight by storing the cargo in the vehicle.
For the second issue, ground clearance, I recommend that you use a hitch adapter with a rise such as the Roadmaster # RM-077-8. With this adapter, if you use the tallest receiver tube, you will have an additional rise of 8 inches. It is important to note that you will also have a reduced 50% weight capacity on your hitch when using this adapter as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 500 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
- 7500 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 750 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
more information >
Curt Hitch Extender for 2" Hitch Receivers - 8" Long
- Hitch Adapters
- Hitch Extender
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- Trailers
- 8 Inch Extension
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 3500 lbs
- CURT
more information >
GearSpace 34 Enclosed Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitch - Slide Out - 34 cu ft - 300 lbs - Dark Gray
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Enclosed Carrier
- Slide Out Carrier
- 33 Inch Wide
- Standard Duty
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 68 Inch Long
- Class III
- Class IV
- Plastic
- Lets Go Aero
more information >
Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver Adapter, 2 " or 8" Drop/Rise
- Hitch Adapters
- Hitch Extender
- Dual Hitch Adapter
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- Trailers
- 10-3/4 Inch Extension
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 10000 lbs
- Roadmaster
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
GearSpace 34 Enclosed Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitch - Slide Out - 34 cu ft - 300 lbs - Light Gray
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Enclosed Carrier
- Slide Out Carrier
- 33 Inch Wide
- Standard Duty
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 68 Inch Long
- Class III
- Class IV
- Plastic
- Lets Go Aero
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Q&A: Updated Hinge On The Yakima EXO SwingBase With Gear Locker
- Q&A: How Far Out Does Yakima EXO Swing Away Assembly Swing Away From Vehicle
- Q&A: Will GearSpace 34 Enclosed Cargo Carrier Slide Out Allow Rear Doors To Be Opened On Coachmen RV?
- Q&A: Will GearSpace 34 Enclosed Carrier HGK826 Allow Rear Door of Roadtrek CS Adventurous XL to Open
- Q&A: What is the Total Height of the Yakima Exo Swing Away Storage System # Y74ZR?
- Q&A: Exhaust Clearance Concerns on the Yakima EXO Swing Away Storage System and License Plate Kit
- Q&A: Will Yakima EXO Swing Away Carrier Work on RoadTrek Zion 2022
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Article: Best Vehicles to Flat Tow Behind an RV
- Article: Towing a Trailer? Let's Talk About Brake Controllers
- Article: How to Choose the Right Trailer Hitch Class
- Article: Rooftop Cargo Carriers
- Article: Trailer Jacks
on Hitch Cargo Carrier
