Does Yakima EVO Enclosed Cargo Carrier, # Y62VR Require a Threaded Hitch Pin

Updated 11/26/2010 | Published 11/24/2010

Question:

I just looked over the installation instructions bc I wanted to be sure this would work easily with the RV and the 2" hitch on the RV. Aside from the fact that the RV has a rear-mounted spare that extends out approximately 15 total from the hitch hole and would require a hitch extension, I believe there is another problem. What is the size of the hole in the hitch stinger bar that s into my 2' hitch and must this be secured with washers and bolts, something not easily removable if I want to remove the carrier when not needed? I have a locking 3/8 hitch pin that I use with the existing cargo carrier I have, making it fairly easy to remove when I do not need it and I dont want something that must require a wrench to remove and that has a number of parts that can be easily lost. Thank you very much for your answers.

asked by: Dorrin B

Expert Reply:

First, the Yakima EXO Swing Away Enclosed Cargo Carrier # Y62VR, extends out 4-1/2 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole, so unless the spare tire is removed from the back of the RV, it will not clear the tire.

The Yakima EXO comes with a locking anti-rattle device, pulling the shank to the side of the hitch to reduce rattle.

The Yakima EXO comes with a wrench to install or remove the anti rattle hitch pin and lock. However, this would be more easily done with a standard ratchet and a socket.

I have included a link to the installation details and a video review of this carrier below.

expert reply by: Michael H