Best trailer hitch and bike rack for a 2008 Nissan Sentra  

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We have two Class I Trailer hitch recievers to fit your 2008 Nissan Sentra. The Draw-Tite # 24794 fits the standard and SE-R models while the Curt # C11370 is only confirmed to fit the standard Sentra.

I recommend the Draw-Tite, as Curt makes you use a support strap, # 18050 with their hitch. However, the Draw-Tite does require drilling to install.

In general, swing-away racks are designed for larger 2" hitches and aren't compatible with Class I hitch receivers because they will take up most of the hitch's tongue weight limit and can potentially damage the hitch.

Instead, I recommend a tilt-away rack to allow for rear cargo access. These racks tilt away from the vehicle to create the necessary clearance for the vehicle's trunk to open.

I recommend the Thule Rack, part # TH9058 as a suitable rack for your needs. This is a high capacity, efficient rack that tilts away from the vehicle to provide easy access to the rear hatch.

I also recommend that if you are planning on carrying any women's, step through or aggressive (BMX or Mountain) style bikes, that you purchase a frame adapter bar, such as the Swagman Deluxe Frame Adapter bar, part # 64005. This will allow bike frames that don't sit well in the rack to ride balanced and straight across the frame, rather than dragging near the ground.

expert reply by: Jacob W

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