Cargo Carrier with Angled Shank to Clear Exhaust Outlet for 2011 Dodge Durango

Question:

I have a 2011 Durango and am concerned about heat transfer snce the exhuast exits directly out the passenger rear and the cargo would be exactly at that height. Is there a cargodeck with a 3inch raised offset?

asked by: Tim Q

Expert Reply:

The Surco Folding Cargo Carrier, part # 52018F will raise the platform of the carrier 4-1/2 inches above the top of the 2 inch receiver. The distance from the hitch pin hole in your receiver to the furthest rearward point of your rear bumper will need to be less than 5 inches in order for the carrier to fold.

Another alternative would be the Curt 20x60 Railed Cargo Carrier for 2 inch receivers, part # C18130. The angled shank of this carrier raised the platform 3 inches above the level of the receiver.

In addition to using a carrier with a raised shank, you can use an exhaust tip that directs the exhaust to the side or actually have a muffler shop bend the tail pipe so that it exits at the side of the truck behind the rear wheel.

I have linked you to product demonstration videos for both cargo carriers.

expert reply by: Mike L