Dual Purpose Ball Mount Recommendation for Towing Trailer and Carrying Bike Rack

Updated 07/06/2015 | Published 07/04/2015

Products Featured in This Question

Curt Multipurpose Ball Mount with 2" Receiver for Bike Racks and Cargo Carriers - 7,500 lbs

(236)

$73.69

Anti-Rattle Hitch Lock and Cable for Swagman Bike Racks w/ 1-1/4" & Combo Shanks - 7'

(397)

$61.79

Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount

(1687)

$210.55

Question:

What is the difference between the #45810 and the D210? I have a 2003 ford explorer and want to tow my 2 PWC and also hook up a 2 bike rack carrier. Which product do you recommend the D210 or the #45810? Also which 2 bike carrier would you use the $59.99 or the $69.99? What is the difference besides the $10. If I purchase next week can the 2 products be here by July 15th and will your company combine the shipping charges? Thanks for your help..

asked by: Robert

Expert Reply:

The part numbers 45810 and # D210 both reference the same part. One part number is the number that Curt uses and one is the number we use.

The Swagman XTC2, part # S64670 is one of the most popular racks because it's so easy to use, and because the rack has an angled shank that would raise the bike rack up by three inches providing additional ground clearance. Because of that, this is the rack I'd recommend for you. The rack includes an anti-rattle hitch bolt, but a combination anti-rattle hitch lock/cable lock is available separately as part # S64031.

Since this is a platform bike rack it will hold the bikes above the hitch opening. You wouldn't have to worry about tall bikes hanging too low.

expert reply by: Jameson C