Surco Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2012 Land Rover Evoque- Video
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Pro Series Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2012 Land Rover Evoque- Video
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Rola Dart Folding Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2012 Land Rover Evoque- Video
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Rola Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2012 Land Rover Evoque- Video
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Curt Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2012 Land Rover Evoque- Video
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Rola Dart Folding Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2013 Ford Explorer- Video
Today on our 2013 Ford Explorer we'll be test fitting the 23x56 Rola Dart Cargo Carrier for Two Inch Hitches, part number 59550. To begin our test fit we'll slide the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch. Line up the pin hole and thread in our anti-rattle bolt, tightening it with a wrench. Now we'll go ahead and go over a few clearance measurements.With the cargo carrier in the folded position we have about 13 1/2 inches of ground clearance. The closest part of the carrier to the rear of our vehicle is about four inches and we've added 12 inches to the overall length of our vehicle. Now go ahead and pull the orange handle at the top of the carrier to allow our carrier to unfold.With it in this position we now have a ground clearance of about 17 inches and overall length of 36 inches and we have 16 inches from the closest part of the carrier to our exhaust which exits on both the driver and passenger side of our vehicle.more
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Rola Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2013 Ford Escape- Video
Today, on our 2013 Ford Escape, we'll be test fitting the Rola 23 inch by 56 inch Railed Cargo Carrier, part number 59502. To mount our Carrier to the vehicle, we'll insert the shank of the Carrier into the receiver tube of our hitch. We'll line up the hitch pin hole and secure the Carrier with the standard 5/8 inch pin and clip. Next, we'll go over a few clearance measurements. At the rear of the Carrier, we've got about 13 inches of ground clearance. From the closest point of the Carrier to the closest point of the rear of our vehicle is about 7 1/2 inches.more
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MaxxTow Wheelchair Carrier with Ramp Review- Video
Today, we'll be reviewing the Maxxtow 30 x 50 Wheelchair Carrier with a 60 inch long ramp, part number MT70260. This carrier is for two-inch hitches only, is 50 inches long by 30 inches wide, with interior dimensions of 48 inches long by 28 inches wide. It also has a weight capacity of 500 pounds. This is a hitch-mounted basket style carrier specifically designed to carry items outside your vehicle, or wheeled equipment thanks to a foldout ramp. It can carry a wide variety of wheeled items, such as a wheelchair, lawnmower, or even a snow blower if necessary. The ramp also folds into the carrier basket.more
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Highland GearCage Extra Large Cargo Carrier Review- Video
Today well be reviewing the Pro Series 48 x 32 inch Gearcage Extra Large Cargo Carrier for two inch hitches, part number 5800200. Weve already pre-assembled our cargo carrier so well start by installing it into our vehicle. Well take the shaft of the carrier, slide it into the hitch receiver and line up our hitch pin holes. Well take the included silent hitch pin and thread it into the hitch pin hole and tighten it down with the included wrench. Now this 48 inch x 32 inch hitch mounted cargo carrier with side rails has a removable end for easier loading and unloading of larger items. It has a fixed platform design and is constructed of three steel planks which makes it lightweight and durable.more
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Rola Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2013 Dodge Challenger- Video
Today on our 2013 Dodge Challenger, we'll be test fitting the 23x56 rail cargo carrier for 2-inch hitches from Rola, part number 59502. Now to begin our test fit, we'll go ahead and slide the cargo carrier shank into the hitch, line up the hitch pin hole, and install the hitch pin. We can then put the clip on the other side of the pin, securing our cargo carrier to the vehicle. At that point, we'll go ahead and give you a few measurements. From the closest point of the carrier platform to the back of the vehicle measures 4 inches, and the carrier itself will add approximately 28 inches of overall length to the vehicle. Its ground clearance here at the back of the carrier measures 10-1/2 inches, and the exhaust on this vehicle does exit both the passenger side as well as the driver side here at the rear bumper.more
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Pro Series Solo Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2013 Dodge Challenger- Video
Today on our 2013 Dodge Challenger, we'll be test fitting the Pro Series 32x48 solo steel cargo carrier for 2-inch hitches, part number PS1040100. Now to begin our test fit, we'll go ahead and slide the shank of the cargo carrier into the hitch, line up the hitch pin hole, and install our hitch pin. We can then put the clip on the other side of the pin, securing the cargo carrier to the vehicle. At that point, we'll go ahead and give you a few measurements. From the closest point of the cargo carrier platform to the back of the vehicle measures 2-1/4 inches. The cargo carrier will add an additional 34-1/2 inches of overall length to the vehicle.more
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Pro Series Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2013 Dodge Challenger- Video
Today on our 2013 Dodge Challenger, we'll be test fitting the Pro Series 24x60 rail cargo carrier for 2-inch hitches, part number 63153. Now to begin our test fit, we'll go ahead and slide the shank of the cargo carrier into the hitch, line up the hitch pin hole, and install our hitch pin. We can then put the clip on the other side of the pin, securing the cargo carrier to the vehicle. We'll now go ahead and give you a few measurements. From the closest point of the cargo carrier platform to the back of the vehicle measures 4-1/2 inches. This carrier will add an additional 29-1/2 inches of overall length to the vehicle.more
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Yakima DryDock Hitch Boat Support Review- Video
Today well be reviewing the Yakima drydock with support bar and load stops, part number Y02449-3. This kit includes the upright mast, the support arms, the 58 inch crossbar, the support straps, the load stops and mounting hardware.To begin our review, well start with the installation onto the vehicle. Well slide the upright mast into the opening our hitch, line up the hitch pin holes, thread our anti-rattle bolt through the pinholes and tighten them with a wrench. The anti-rattle bolt reduces rattle in the hitch for a smoother ride.Well then take one of the drydock support arms and slide it onto the upright mast. Well then slide the mounting hardware bolts through the mast and the support arm. Youll need to make sure that your support arms are level with your vehicles roof rack system.Once weve established this height on the mast, well put the other support arm on the other side, insert our other hardware and tighten that with a wrench securing the support arms to the upright mast.more
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Surco Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2011 Nissan Pathfinder- Video
Today on our 2011 Nissan Pathfinder well be test fitting the 24 x 60 Cargo Carrier for 2 inch hitches from Surco, part number 52018. Now to begin our test fit well slide the shank of the carrier into the hitch, line up the hitch pin hole, and install our pin and clip. With that done, our cargo carrier is secured to the vehicle, and were ready to load it up. At this point well give you few measurements. From the closest point of the carrier to the back of the vehicle measures 4 inches, and this carrier will add an additional 30 inches of overall length to the vehicle. Our ground clearance at the back of the carrier is 20 inches, and when opening the rear cargo door, it does break over the platform itself at about 9 inches.more
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Pro Series Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2011 Nissan Pathfinder- Video
Today on our 2011 Nissan Pathfinder well be test fitting the Pro Series 24 x 60 Rail Cargo Carrier for 2 inch hitches, part number 63153. Now to begin our test fit well go ahead and slide the carriers shank into the hitch, line up the hitch pin hole, and install our hitch pin and clip. With that done, our cargo carrier is secured to the vehicle. At this point well give you few measurements. From the closest point of the carrier to the back of the vehicle measures 11 inches, and the carrier will add an additional 38 inches of overall length to the vehicle. Our ground clearance here at the back of the carrier measures 23 inches, and when opening our cargo door, the door does break over the platform at about 12 inches.more
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Curt Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2013 Chevrolet Sonic- Video
Today on our 2013 Chevy Sonic, well be test fitting the Curt 20x48 Cargo Carrier, part number C18145. Now to begin our test fit, well slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch, line up our pinholes, thread our anti-rattle bolt through the pinholes and tighten with a wrench. Now well go ahead and go over a few clearance measurements to see the cargo carrier and this vehicle will fit together. There is about 11 inches of ground clearance from the rear of the carrier. The closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle here at the rear bumper is about three inches. Weve added a total of 22 inches to the overall length of the vehicle. The closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicles exhaust tip is about nine inches apart.more
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Stromberg Carlson Cargo Carrier Bike Rack Adapter Review- Video
Today we will be reviewing the Stromberg Carlson Bike Rack Adapter for the Stromberg Carlson Hitch Mounted Cargo Carrier, part number CC-125. Now this accessory will easily convert your hitch mounted cargo carrier, part number CC-100 to a platform style two bike rack. The kit contains four tire holders, eight carriage bolts, eight flat washers, eight lock nuts and two tie-down straps. Now this kit will allow you to hold up to two bicycles while still leaving some room for other gear. The four wheel hoops support your bikes on your cargo carrier platform. The four wheel hoops have a black powder coated finish, which will resist rust and corrosion.more
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Curt Folding Cargo Carrier Review- Video
Today, we'll be reviewing the Curt 20x60 Folding Cargo Carrier for 2-inch hitches, part number C18131. This hitch mounted carrier allows you to carry your extra cargo but gives you the versatility to fold it up quickly when not needed. This carrier features an expanded steel mesh floor and is powder coated to resist corrosion. The platform is slightly angled up for better ground clearance. The side rails help cargo in place and provide tie-down points. It also is convenient and folds up when not in use.more
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Curt Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2013 Volkswagen Passat- Video
Today on our 2013 Volkswagen Passat, well be test fitting the Curt 20x48 Cargo Carrier, part number C18145. Now to being our test fit, well slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch, align up our pinholes, thread our anti-rattle bolt through the pinholes and tighten with a wrench. Now well go over some clearance measurements to see how the cargo carrier and this vehicle will fit together. There is about 8 inches of ground clearance at the rear of the carrier. The closest part of the vehicle to the closet part of the carrier is about two inches and weve added about 21 inches to the overall length of the vehicle. That completes todays test fit for the Curt 20x48 Cargo Carrier, part number C18145 on our 2013 Volkswagen Passat.more
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Pro Series ATV Cargo Carrier Review- Video
Today well be demonstrating the 20 by 36 cargo carrier for inch and a quarter trailer hitches designed for ATVs, part number TR65855 on our 2012 Polaris Sportsman 500. This cargo carrier will extend your ATVs carrying capacity. It can carry up to 50 pounds on ATVs or 150 pounds for vehicles. Its overall platform dimensions are 36 inches long by 20 1/8 inches wide by three inches tall. The inside platform dimensions are 36 inches long by 19 7/8 inches wide by two and three quarter inches tall. It will fit most inch and a quarter square trailer hitch receivers.more
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Curt Folding Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2012 Jeep Liberty- Video
Today on our 2012 Jeep Liberty, we'll be test fitting the Curt 24x60 Folding Cargo Carrier for 2-inch hitches, part number C18132. Now to begin our test fit, we'll slide the cargo carrier shank into the hitch using the included adapter for the 2-inch hitches. We'll then line up the hitch pin hole and install and tighten down the anti-rattle bolt. With our bolt tight, our cargo carrier is secured to the vehicle and we're ready to load it up. At this point, we'll go ahead and give you a few measurements. The cargo carrier will add an additional 26 inches of overall length to the vehicle.more
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Curt Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2012 Kia Sorento- Video
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Curt Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2008 Ford Edge- Video
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CarPod Folding Cargo Carrier Review - 2012 Kia Sorento- Video
Today on our 2012 Kia Sorento well be test fitting part number M2205. This is the Carpod 24 by 48 walled folding cargo carrier for two inch hitches, rated at 450 pounds. Well begin our test fit by sliding the cargo carrier shank into the hitch, lining up the hitch pin holes and installing our hitch pin. We can then put the clip on the other side of the pin which will secure the cargo carrier to the vehicle. Well now go ahead and unfold the platform of our Carpod flat. Well pull the pin, allow the platform to fold down and reinstall the pin.more
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Pro Series 32x48 Solo Hitch Cargo Carrier Review- Video
Today well be demonstrating the 32 by 48 Pro Series Solo steel cargo carrier for two inch hitches, part number PS1040100. This large, extra-wide cargo carrier will allow you to carrier large items on the back of your vehicle. The platform has built-in tie down points on its side rails, and is capable of carrying up to 400 pounds. It also will allow you to transport wet or messy items outside the vehicle. The wire mesh bottom can be quickly and easily cleaned. It also comes with rear reflector tape to improve visibility of the cargo carrier itself.more
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Curt 24x60 Hitch Cargo Carrier Review- Video
Today well be demonstrating the 24 by 60 cargo carrier for two inch trailer hitches, part number C18133 from Curt. This non-folding basket style cargo carrier has an angled shank which provides additional ground clearance. Its constructed of durable powder coated steel. This will provide additional space to carry cargo. It can also help keep wet, muddy or dirty items out of the interior of your vehicle. It offers limitless tie down options with its raised side rails.more
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Rola Dart Folding Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2013 Ford Escape- Video
Today, on our 2013 Ford Escape, we'll be test-fitting the 23 x 56 Rola Dart Cargo Carrier with two-inch hitches, part number 59550. To begin our test fit, we'll slide the shank up the carrier into the opening of the hitch, line up our pinholes, thread our anti-rattle bolt through the pinholes and tighten with a wrench. Now, we'll go ahead and go over a few clearance measurements to see how the cargo carrier and this vehicle will fit together. With the cargo carrier folded up, we have about 12 inches of ground clearance. The closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle here at the rear bumper is about three and a half inches. Now, we'll go ahead and pull the red handle at the top of the carrier and tilt the carrier down.more
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Pro Series Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2013 Ford Escape- Video
Today, on our 2013 Ford Escape well be test fitting the Pro Series 24 x 60 railed cargo carrier for two-inch hitches, part number 63153. Now to begin our test fit, well slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch, line up our pin holes, insert our pin through our pin holes and secure with the clip on the other side. Now well go ahead and go over a few clearance measurements to see how the cargo carrier and this vehicle will fit together. There is about 15 inches of ground clearance from the rear of the carrier, closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle here at the rear bumper is about 8-1/2 inches. We have added a total of 34 inches to the overall length of the vehicle. This vehicle is equipped with dual exhaust, and so while the both the passenger and drivers side of the vehicle it is about 12 inches from the closest part of the cargo carrier to the closest part of the vehicles exhaust tip.more
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Curt 20x60 Folding Aluminum Cargo Carrier Review - 2013 Ford Escape- Video
Today on our 2013 Ford Escape well be test fitting the Curt 20 by 60 folding aluminum cargo carrier, part number C18100. To begin our test fit well slide the cargo carrier shank into the hitch, line up the hitch pin hole and install our hitch pin and clip. That will secure our cargo carrier to the vehicle. Well now go ahead and give you a few measurements. With the carrier in the stored position from the closest point on the carrier to the back of the vehicle measures three inches. Our ground clearance is 10 inches.more
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Curt Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2013 Ford Escape- Video
Today on our 2013 Ford Escape well be test fitting the Curt 20 by 48 cargo carrier for inch and a quarter and two inch hitches, part number C18145. Well slide the cargo carrier shank into the hitch, line up the hitch pin hole and install and tighten down our anti-rattle bolt. With the bolt tight, our cargo carrier is secured to the vehicle. Well now go ahead and give you a few measurements. From the closest part of the carrier to the back of the vehicle measures two inches, and the cargo carrier will add an additional 21 inches of overall length to the vehicle. Our ground clearance here at the back of the carrier measures 11 inches, and the exhaust on this vehicle does exit both the passenger as well as the drivers side here at the rear bumper.more
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Rola Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2012 Honda Odyssey- Video
Today on our 2012 Honda Odyssey well be test fitting the Rola 23x56 Cargo Carrier for 2-inch hitches part number 59502. Now to begin our test fit well slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch, line up our pinholes, insert our pin through our pinholes and secure with a clip. Now with the carrier secured to the vehicle, well go over a few clearance measurements to see how this carrier and the vehicle fit together. There is about 11 inches of ground clearance from the rear of the carrier. The closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle here at the rear bumper is about 5-1/2 inches. Weve added a total of 30 inches to the overall length of the vehicle.more
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Pro Series Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2012 Honda Odyssey- Video
Today on our 2012 Honda Odyssey well be test fitting the Pro-Series 24x60 Railed Cargo Carrier for 2-inch hitches part number 63153. Now to begin our test fit well slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch, line up our pin hole, insert our pin through our pin holes and secure with the clip. Now that the carrier is secured to the vehicle well go over a few clearance measurements to see how this carrier and the vehicle fit together. There is about 11 inches of ground clearance from the rear of the carrier. The closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle here at the rear bumper is 6-1/2 inches. Weve added a total of 32 inches to the overall length of the vehicle.more
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Surco Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe- Video
Today were working with a 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe and were going to be test fitting Surcos 24 inch by 60 inch cargo carrier, part number 52018. To mount the carrier to our vehicle well insert the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch. Well line up the hitch pin holes and secure the carrier with the pin and clip. Next we want to go over some clearance measurements. Weve got about 10 inches of ground clearance from the bottom of the carrier to the ground at the rear of our carrier. Overall weve added about 25 inches of length to the rear of the vehicle.more
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Rola Dart Folding Hitch Cargo Carrier Review- Video
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Cargo Carrier Light Kit Installation- Video
Today on our Rola 23X56 Dart Cargo Carrier for two inch hitches, well be installing part number 20174. Now were going to go ahead and start running our wiring through the cargo carrier. Well pass our for pole connector through the wire mesh here next to the brakes. We will need to be careful as the wiring is just long enough to reach the lights while still being able to be plugged into the vehicle. We can then take the part of our harness with the yellow wire in it and route it over to our left hand side cutout in the carrier. Well then slide our rubber light holder over the harness and connect our light.more
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Rola Dart Clamp-On Bike Rack Review- Video
Today on our Rola Dart Cargo Carrier, we'll be installing the Rola Dart Clamp-On Fork Mount Bike Carrier for rail cargo carriers, part number 59904. And this handy adapter will let you transport one bike on your hitch mounted cargo carrier with rails. The versatile fork block with 5 mm stainless steel skewer simply clamps to the carrier side rail and uses a bolt-on rear wheel strap. The stainless steel 5 mm skewer with quick release handle secures the bike to the fork block. There are removal bushings included for small 5 mm and large 9 mm bike skewers. This will fit bikes with standard or disc brakes.more
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Curt Folding Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2007 Toyota 4Runner- Video
Today, on our 2007 Toyota 4Runner, we'll be test fitting the Curt 20 x 60 Folding Cargo Carrier part number C18132. To begin our test-fit, we'll slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the receiver tube. Align the pin hole, slide the pin through the pin hole and secure with the clip. Now, lets go over some clearance measurements to see how the cargo carrier and this vehicle will fit together. With the cargo carrier folded up, there's about 15 inches of ground clearance. The closest part of the vehicle to the closest part of the carrier is about four inches.more
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Curt 20x60 Folding Aluminum Cargo Carrier Review - 2007 Toyota 4Runner- Video
Today, on our 2007 Toyota 4Runner, we'll be test fitting the Curt 20 x 60 Folding Aluminum Cargo Carrier, part number C18100. To begin our test-fit, slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch tube. Align the pinhole, slide the pin through the pinhole and secure with the clip. Now, lets go over some clearance measurements to see how the cargo carrier and the vehicle fit together. With the cargo carrier folded up, we have about 13 inches of ground clearance. The closest part of the vehicle to the closest part of the carrier is about 5 1/2 inches.more
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Surco Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2007 Toyota 4Runner- Video
Today, on our 2007 Toyota 4Runner, we'll be test-fitting the Surco 24 x 60 Cargo Carrier, part number 52018. To begin our test fit, we'll slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch tube, align the pinhole, slide the pin through the pinhole, and secure with the clip. Now, let's go over some clearance measurements to see how the cargo carrier and the vehicle fit together. There's about 14 inches of ground clearance from the rear of the carrier. The closest part of the vehicle to the closest part of the carrier is about six inches. The closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicle's exhaust tip is about 10 inches.more
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Rola Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2007 Toyota 4Runner- Video
Today on our 2007 Toyota 4 Runner well be test fitting the Rola 23 x 56 railed cargo carrier, part number 59502. To begin our test fit slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch tube, align the pin hole, slide the pin through the pin hole and secure it with the clip. Now, lets go over some clearance measurements to see how the cargo carrier and the vehicle fit together. There is about 17 inches of ground clearance from the rear of the carrier. The closest part of the vehicle to the closest part of the carrier is about 12 inches. The closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicles exhaust tip is about 18 inches.more
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Pro Series Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2007 Toyota 4Runner- Video
Today on our 2007 Toyota 4 Runner well be test fitting the Pro Series 24 by 60 railed cargo carrier, part number 63153. To begin our test fit we will slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the receiver tube, align the pin hole, slide the pin through the pin hole and secure it with the clip. Now, lets go over some clearance measurements to see how the cargo carrier and the vehicle fit together. There is about 17 inches of ground clearance from the rear of the carrier. The closest part of the vehicle to the closest part of the carrier is about 14 inches. The closest part of the carrier to the closest part of the vehicles tailpipe is about 19 inches.more
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Curt Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2007 Toyota 4Runner- Video
Today on our 2007 Toyota 4 Runner well be test fitting the Curt 20 by 48 cargo carrier, part number C18145. To begin our test fit slide the shank of the carrier into the opening of the hitch tube and align the threaded pin hole. Thread the anti-rattle bolt through the threaded pin hole and tighten with a wrench. Now lets go over some clearance measurements to see how the cargo carrier and the vehicle fit together. There is about 15 inches of ground clearance to the rear of the carrier. The closest part of the vehicle to the closest part of the carrier is about six inches.more
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Darby Hitch Cargo Carrier DTA944 Review- Video
Today we're going to review part number DTA944. This is the Darby extended truck hitch mounted load extender for your roof or your truck bed. This part will mount to existing two inch trailer hitch receiver. The adjustable design of this will allow for use with different size vehicles. It extends for use with roof rack or a truck bed loads. This part is constructed of a heavy powder coated steel for durability,.more
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Curt 20x60 Folding Aluminum Cargo Carrier Review - 2008 Dodge Nitro- Video
Today on our 2008 Dodge Nitro we'll be test fitting the Curt 20 inch by 60 inch folding aluminum cargo carrier, part number C18100. To mount our carrier we'll insert the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of our hitch. We'll line up our hitch pin holes and secure the carrier with a pin and clip. Next we'll go over a handful of clearance measurements. We've got about 12 1/2 inches of ground clearance and about 3 1/2 inches of clearance between the closest part of the bumper and the closest part of the carrier. Overall when folded up we've added about 11 inches of length to the rear of the vehicle.more
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Surco Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2008 Dodge Nitro- Video
Today on our 2008 Dodge Nitro well be test fitting the Surco 24 inch by 60 inch cargo carrier, part number 52018. To mount our carrier to the vehicle well insert the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch. Well line up our hitch pin hole and secure the carrier with a standard five-eighths inch pin and clip. Now well go over a hand full of clearance measurements. Weve got about 13 inches of ground clearance at the rear of the carrier. Weve got about five inches of clearance between the closest part of the carrier and the closest part of the vehicle.more
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Rola Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2008 Dodge Nitro- Video
Today on our 2008 Dodge Nitro well be test fitting the Rola 23 inch by 56 inch railed cargo carrier. To mount our carrier to the vehicle well insert the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch. Well line up our hitch pin holes and secure the carrier with a standard five-eighths inch pin and clip. Next well go over a hand full of clearance measurements. Weve got about 17 inches of ground clearance at the rear of the carrier. Weve got about 11 inches of clearance between the closest part of the carrier and the closest part of the vehicle.more
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Pro Series Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2008 Dodge Nitro- Video
Today on our 2008 Dodge Nitro well be test fitting the Pro Series 24 inch by 60 inch railed cargo carrier for two inch hitches, part number 63153. To mount our carrier to the vehicle well insert the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch. Well line up our hitch pin holes and secure the carrier with a standard five-eighths inch pin and clip. Next well go over a hand full of clearance measurements. Weve got about 17 inches of ground clearance at the rear of the carrier. Weve got about 11 inches of clearance between the closest part of the carrier and the closest part of the vehicle.more
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Curt Folding Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2008 Dodge Nitro- Video
Today on our 2008 Dodge Nitro well be test fitting the Curt 24 inch by 60 inch folding cargo carrier for two inch hitches, part number C18132. To mount our carrier to the vehicle well insert the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch. Well line up our hitch pin holes and secure the carrier with a standard five-eighths inch pin and clip. Now well go over a hand full of clearance measurements with the cargo carrier folded up. Weve got about 14 inches of ground clearance and two and a half inches of clearance between the closest part of the carrier and the closest part of the vehicle when folded up. Weve added about 14 inches of overall length to the rear of the vehicle.more
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Curt Hitch Cargo Carrier Review - 2008 Dodge Nitro- Video
Today on our 2008 Dodge Nitro well be test fitting the Curt 20 inch by 48 inch cargo carrier for one and a quarter and two inch hitches, part number C18145. To mount our carrier to the vehicle well insert the shank of the carrier into the receiver tube of the hitch. Well line up our hitch pin holes, thread in out anti-rattle bolt and tighten it down using a wrench. Next well go over a hand full of clearance measurements. Weve got about 14 inches of ground clearance at the rear of the cargo carrier. Weve got about five inches of clearance between the closest part of our bumper and the closest part of our carrier.more
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