Can the Shank of the Swagman Trailhead Point Down For Use on a Lifted Vehicle

Question:

Im interested in this Swagman rack. I see that the bar which connects to the hitch mount on the vehicle bends upward as it meets the other part of the rack. Is it possible to rotate/ mount this upside down where the bend is towards the ground? I drive a 2013 Jeep with a 3inch lift and it seems that if I could mount it in this fashion I may have more access to my rear door without fear of it being too low considering my 3inch suspension lift.

asked by: Nathan G

Expert Reply:

As long as you have the clearance to do so, there is no reason you wouldn't be able to mount the shank so that it points downward. It would just be a matter of rotating the shank downward and installing the mast on it in that position.

I attached a review video for this rack for you to check out also.

If you plan on carrying any womens or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Swagman Easy-Out Women's and Alternative Frame Bike Adapter # 64005 to provide a horizontal top tube on your bikes to provide an attachment point. I attached a review video for this product also. This will allow the bikes to be carried more level and will provide more ground clearance.

expert reply by: Jameson C