Adding An Adapter To My 1-1/4" Trailer Hitch To Gain Some Rise For My Hitch Cargo Carrier

Question:

I have a small Chevy E/V that came with a 11/4 hitch. I put a small cargo rack on the back but its so low, it scraps every time I hit a dip of any kind. Do you know of any hitch type extention that would raise the cargo rack up to avoid this problem?

asked by: Craig

Expert Reply:

We do have hitch extenders that do have a rise, but not any that are for 1-1/4" hitch accessories. If you decided to go with a 2" hitch cargo carrier instead, you can use the Hitch Adapter 1-1/4" to 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver with 5" Rise, part # HT5R. It will fit your 1-1/4" trailer hitch, allow you to use 2" hitch cargo carriers, and add 5" of rise. Please keep in mind, if you add a hitch extender to your trailer hitch you will reduce its maximum tongue weight by 50%. You should be able to find the maximum gross trailer weight of your trailer hitch in your owner's manual. Your maximum tongue weight is 10% of the total.

I have included a product description link and video review link below

expert reply by: Mark Smith