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RockyMounts Hitch Extender w/ Hitch Pin and Lock - 2" Hitches - 8" Long
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RockyMounts Hitch Extender w/ Hitch Pin and Lock - 2" Hitches - 8" Long
Part Number: RKY10008
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RockyMounts Hitch Adapter - RKY10008
- Hitch Extender
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 8 Inch Extension
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- Trailers
- 3500 lbs
- RockyMounts
This extension adds 8" of clearance to your hitch so you can mount an accessory without worrying about vehicle contact. Includes anti-wobble bolt and locking hitch pin. Great for vehicles with spare tires, recessed hitches, or van doors.
Features:
- Adapter extends trailer hitch receiver opening 8" away from the rear of your vehicle
- Ideal for vehicles with spare tires, recessed hitches, van doors, or tailgates
- Mount a bike rack without removing your spare or create extra clearance for your trailer
- Threaded insert tube and anti-rattle hitch pin reduce movement in the hitch receiver
- Removes more play and rattle than hitch extenders with standard hitch pin holes
- Steel shank with black powder coat is durable and rust-resistant
- Hitch extender, hitch pin, hitch lock, and keys included
Specs:
- Application: 2" x 2" trailer hitch receivers
- Hitch receiver size: 2" x 2"
- Weight capacity:
- Maximum gross trailer weight: 3,500 lbs
- Maximum tongue weight: 350 lbs
- Overall length: 13"
- Distance from center of hitch pin hole to center of hitch pin hole: 8"
- Distance from the center of the hitch pin hole to the end of the shank: 2-1/2"
- Distance from the center of the hitch pin hole to the weld of the receiver tube: 4"
- Receiver depth: 3-1/2"
- Limited lifetime warranty
Notes:
- Using a hitch extender will reduce your hitch's overall capacity by 50%
- 3 Bike max (tongue weight reduces exponentially the farther from the hitch, do no load 4 bikes)
10008 Hitch Extension for RockyMounts BackStage, MonoRail, and SplitRail Bike Carriers - Locking - 2" Hitches - 8" Extension
Customer Satisfaction Score:
94% were satisfied with this product
6% of customers were not satisfied
- Product did not meet expectations
- Wrong item was ordered
- Did not arrive in time
Ratings & Reviews
4.8
163 reviews
by:
Dale
08/20/2026
Good extension works great for my bike rack to get it past my ladder on my fifth wheel
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Zander
08/01/2025
Exactly what we needed for our 2023 Defender! Works perfectly with the LR bike rack.
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Juan
09/29/2026
You guys have been an excellent company as far as customer service and knowledgeable in your equipment and what you're selling Daniel and Jesse are the best
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Christopher
06/19/2020
I bought this hitch extender to move my Swagman bike rack further away from the back of my trailer because the bike handle bars were rubbing against the trailer. I chose this extension because of the anti-rattle pin to better secure the hitch during transport. This extension moved the bikes far enough away that the handle bars no longer rubbed against the trailer. It also allowed the receiver to be centered on the back of the trailer because the bike tires no longer interfered with the spare tire on the back, provided clearance to access the city water connection with the bikes still loaded, and provided better visibility to one of the rear taillights since the receiver could be moved to the center of the trailer. After a 2,000 mile journey, the pin never came loose and the bike rack on the extension rode smoothly. This extension solved many issues i was having with the bike rack on the back of my trailer.
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Dave M.
05/20/2019
High quality product. Works perfectly with my bike rack to give me the clearance I need to be able to lower the tailgate on my Tacoma without hitting the rack.
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Patrick
03/31/2025
The locking pin can not be secured adequately on one of my trucks because it requires access for nut on the opposite side of entry. The external receptical is not deep enough for a 3-5/16 ball solid hitch, as in it bottoms out before the pin hole is in line. It does work for our 2" ball hitches.
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David
08/23/2025
great fit, craftsman ship tightens down nicely with included locking pin
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Brent
05/06/2025
Excellent product and no issues after many trips with bike rack and heavy eBike. Using this hitch extender on a Mitsubishi Outlander.
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Rusty
08/10/2022
This hitch item not only worked exactly like I needed, but was of superior construction, as it included a unique primary lockpin idea that keeps the extension from wobbling, as well as locking the part to the vehicle receiver. I always get more value than expected on the accessories from etrailer.
Rusty
8/11/2023
Still the perfect hitch accessory, as mentioned, and I use it on all 3 vehicles I tow with.
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Michael
09/17/2025
Very solid extender. Exactly as described.
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John Scott
03/31/2025
Extension is what I needed to have so that suv back hatch would clear the 5x8 haul trailer. Item is solid and I like the anti rattle feature.
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Excellent
10/25/2019
Nice product. Had to have it for bike rack to work on odyssey van. Nice that it came with locks too. I just leave it on all the time.
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Steve B
05/11/2020
Works great! Keeps my Tule bike rack away from Subaru Outback tailgate. I would have preferred something and inch or two shorter.
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Mac
09/17/2021
Prompt shipping, works as advertised. The keyed end of the hitch pin lock seems a little less than solid but really haven't put it through any stress yet, just one trip near town.
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David
05/30/2024
Very high quality,fits just right. Perfect for what i need
David
6/1/2025
Just right, couldnt be more pleased with this adapter! Always quality parts from e-trailer!
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Richard
07/20/2019
Excellent construction and supplied with anti-rattle lock.
I would purchase again and recommend to others.
Purchase made to allow tailgate to open without removing bike rack.
I would purchase again and recommend to others.
Purchase made to allow tailgate to open without removing bike rack.
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Robert
02/24/2022
Works great. The eight inch extension was the perfect length to clear my spare tire. The locking anti-rattle pin eliminates any movement. My bike rack had a similar pin, so very secure installation. If the lock had a dust cover, it would be 5 star.
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Michael
05/08/2024
Delivery was fast, packaged very well, and the hitch extension is really well made. It is perfect for getting my bike rack away from my rear door to allow access to the back of my Forester. Impressive construction. I will recommend it to others.
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Ronald
09/12/2023
This will give you the extra clearance needed between your bike rack and your tailgate. Had one stolen. just replaced it with this one that actually locks! Have not had a chance to install it yet.
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Chet
10/14/2018
Works perfectly on my Jeep. Bought this so we could put our bike rack on without removing the spare tire. Works like a charm high quality product with super easy installation.
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Stuart
04/03/2020
Works perfectly, just what I needed so the bike rack would clear the spare tire on the wrangler!
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Randy
12/02/2024
Easy installation, install and forget.
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Richard
11/28/2018
Heavy duty and priced right with anti rattle
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Steve
03/04/2025
The only concern I have is that the lock is plastic. I purchased a bike rack from rocky mounts and it has two locks and they are both metal with a rubber cover to prevent dirt and grime from getting into the key hole. I was hoping this extension would come with the same type of lock.
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Russell
01/20/2022
The staff at etrailer was very professional and helpful.
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4/1/2025
That's a bummer about your one truck. But I am glad that you can still use it else where.