2 Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2017 Toyota RAV4
Question:
I purchased this hitch on your recommendation when I purchased the Malone kayak trailer to be able to pull it using my 2017 RAV4 hybrid I have since purchased a Hollywood E bike rack that I’ve been using on my RV which requires a 2 inch hitch. I’m looking for a solution which would allow me to swap out the hitch on my RAV4 to be able to accommodate both the kayak trailer and the e bike rack. My understanding is that it is not safe to use an adaptor so I am assuming I need to replace my receiver.can you advise me? Thank you!
asked by: Cynthia N
Expert Reply:
Thanks for reaching out!
I recommend swapping out your Class II Curt Hitch # C12108 for the etrailer Hitch # e98864 for your 2017 Toyota RAV4. This is a Class III hitch with a 2" receiver which will accommodate both your Malone kayak trailer and your Hollywood Racks E-Bike Rack and I like it because of the tab that's welded onto the crosstube so it's easier to connect your wring.
In addition to a new hitch you'll also need a ball mount that can fit the larger receiver and for that I recommend checking out the TowSmart Towing Starter Kit # TS94FR because it not only fits the specs you need (3/4" rise and 2" hitch ball) but it also comes with a locking hitch pin for some added peace of mind.
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 525 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 4000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 525 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- etrailer
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TowSmart Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches - 2" Ball - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 5K
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- 2 Inch Ball
- One Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Rise - 0 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 5000 lbs GTW
- TowSmart
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class II
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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