Hitch Extender Compatibility with 2 Inch Receiver Load Extender
Published 10/19/2017
Question:
Although this part is advertised to work with Thule, I am curious to know if it will fit on a TriCam steel load extender.
asked by: Mark J
Expert Reply:
The Replacement Backbone for Thule 2 Bike Expansion Accessory 753-3588 will not work with your load extender, however I do have an option for you. The Curt Extender for 2" Receivers -18" Long # C45796 will work in a similar way and will be just 1 inch shorter than the Thule part you mentioned. This will reduce your hitch tongue weight capacity by 50% and you will want to consider the amount of torque on your hitch from having an accessory carrying weight that far out from your hitch. You will not be able to carry as much weight as your load extender is rated for because that is based only the distance of the original unit. I've attached a link to all your extender options.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Curt Extender for 2" Hitch Receivers -18" Long
- Hitch Adapter
- Hitch Extender
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- Trailers
- 18 Inch Extension
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 3500 lbs
- CURT
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Replacement 2" Shank for Swagman XC Series 2 Bike Carriers - Pre-2008
- Q&A: Recommended 2 Inch Hitch for a 2023 Mazda CX-5
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Shop: etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Shop: Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Shop: Curt 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector with Circuit Protected Powered Tail Light Converter
- Search Results: wiring harness
- Search Results: dismount code fbf99
- Search Results: hitch adapter
- Search Results: 2" receiver
- Search Results: wiring
- Video: The Low-Down on the Replacement 2" Shank for Swagman XC Series 2 Bike Carriers
- Search Results: 2" shank
- Shop: Replacement Shank for Swagman Dispatch, E-Spec, Escapee, Semi 4.0, and Quad 2+2 Bike Racks
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Shop: Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Video: Curt Mounting Bracket for 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector Review
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a 4-Way and 7-Way Trailer Connector
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Video: Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness Review C56040
- Shop: Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
- Video: The Low-Down on the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Article: How to Choose the Right Trailer Hitch Class
- Q&A: Lug Nut Torque Chart for Trailer Wheels
- Video: Inside Look at TowSmart and Oris Hitches with the Manufacturer
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
on Hitch Adapter
