Hitch Extender Recommendation for 2014 Jeep Wrangler Transporting Saris Thelma Platform Bike Rack

Question:

I have a 2014 jeep wrangler with 2 inch hitch and it is 9 1/2 from the face of the reciever to the end of the spare. I need to know what size extension to get an part #. I am using the Saris Thelma 3 Bike Platform Rack .

asked by: Mac W

Expert Reply:

In order to mount the Saris Thelma 3 bike rack on your 2014 Jeep Wrangler, you need to use a hitch extender. To limit the amount of added stress on the hitch, I recommend going with the 7 Inch Hitch Extender, # HE06, because it is the shortest extender available for a 2 inch hitch but still gives you the room needed to clear the spare tire and use the folding option on the rack.

Please keep in mind that using a hitch extender will reduce the tongue weight capacity of your hitch by 50 percent and could cause additional movement/bouncing of the rack while mounted to your vehicle.

expert reply by: Leah S