Is a 1-1/4 to 2 Inch Trailer Hitch Receiver Adapter Recommended for Use with a 2 inch Cargo Carrier

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I have the following carrier from Harbor Freight tools: Description of Haul-Master 92655 Fits your 2 hitch receiver Would you recommend or discourage use of a 1.25 to 2 adapter with this hitch?

asked by: Dale

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I would discourage the use of an adapter for use of 2 inch accessories in 1-1/4 inch trailer hitch receivers. The reason is that the adapter places the carrier farther away from the rear of the vehicle and hitch, creating additional torque that 1-1/4 inch hitches, especially Class I hitches, are not designed to handle.

For this reason all 1-1/4 to 2 inch hitch adapters decrease the hitch or vehicle tongue weight capacity, whichever is lowest, by 50 percent, making a class one hitch only capable of 100 pounds, or less, tongue weight.

Another problem is that the extension can cause the carrier to drag when navigating into steep drives or through deep dips, which could cause damage to the carrier, contents, hitch or vehicle frame. We have an informative article on hitch adapters for you to review, see link.

For these reasons, I recommend using accessories designed to fit in a Class 1 hitch like the Curt Trailer Hitch, # C11700 that you mentioned. For a cargo carrier we have 3 choices, see link, The one I recommend is the Curt Cargo Carrier 20x48 For 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitches # C18110, because it has a raised shank that creates more clearance at the back of the vehicle.

expert reply by: Robert G

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Lee

7/18/2024

Can you use a 1 1/4 inch adapter to 2 inch adapter for a 500 pound curt carrier rear basket

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Bud M.

7/18/2024

@Lee When using an Adapter # e93YR the adapter itself is going to have a maximum weight capacity as well as reduce the weight rating of the receiver it sits into by 50%. As most 1-1/4" receivers are rated for either 200 or 350lbs while being able to carry a Cargo Carrier # C18110 you would not be able to carry anywhere near its rated capacity.

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Answer 1

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 2

The EcoHitch #306-X7387 is specifically designed for the 2019 Mini Countryman, it won't fit any other vehicles. Also, from looking at the installation instructions, it looks like there are some cutting and modifications necessary for the…

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Answer 3

Nope, there is no drilling required whatsoever on your 2023 Nissan Ariya to install the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C64ZV.

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Answer 4

Hey Marcelo, Curt has a picture in the instructions showing where to cut the rear fascia on your Aryia, which I've attached a below. Having watched and done numerous installs myself I will say that I never cut the fascia without first holding it…

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Answer 5

Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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Answer 6

It is perfectly safe to use a reducer sleeve like the Curt #C45405 to fit an accessory with a 2" shank into your 2-1/2" trailer hitch receiver. We do have options for you to use a ball mount with a 2-1/2" shank for when you want to tow…

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Answer 7

Class III hitches with 2 inch openings are used for vehicles with higher capacities like trucks and SUVs than a Toyota Prius. The only hitch options we carry for the 2010 Toyota Prius is a Class I hitch with a 1-1/4 inch opening like the #24847. Now…

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Answer 8

The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7178 is a great option for your 2014 Toyota Prius due to it being the only 2" hitch option available. A 2" hitch is always a great choice due to it having the most options available for…

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Answer 9

In regards to installing a trailer hitch like the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #306-X7178 on a 2011 Toyota Prius, the process is not hard at all. It installs into pre-drilled holes in the bottom of the frame, but you will have to drill…

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Answer 10

The owner's manual for a 2017 Mazda 3 does state not to tow a trailer and has nothing about the tongue weight capacity of the vehicle, but instead talks about not overloading vehicle with cargo. You should see a sticker in the door frame with…

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Answer 11

For your 2015 Chevy Camaro SS we have hitches like the part #24850 which are confirmed as fits, but none of them have 2 inch openings. 2 inch hitches are only used on larger vehicles that would have higher capacities like trucks and SUVs. You would…

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Answer 12

As you mentioned in your question, there are two trailer hitches available that are confirmed to fit your 2014 Lexus IS 350; the Draw-Tite #24923 and the Curt #C11389. These are both Class I trailer hitches that will provide you with a 1-1/4 inch…

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