Using WeatherTech Hitch Step with 2-1/2 Inch Hitch Receiver

Published 08/30/2018

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WeatherTech BumpStep Hitch-Mounted Bumper Protector and Step for 2" Hitches - 300 lbs

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$78.99

Curt Hitch Receiver Reducer Sleeve - 2-1/2" to 2"

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$36.57

etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" Hitches - Flush - 2-5/8" Span - Chrome

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$25.47

Question:

Will this work in a 2 1/2inch with the 2inch adapter hitch? i.e. will the supplied bolt tighten sufficiently. to make the step rigid? Or, better yet, is there a 2 1/2inch model?

asked by: ACE110

Helpful Expert Reply:

You can indeed use the WeatherTech BumpStep Hitch-Mounted Protector and Step # WT81BS1 with your 2-1/2 inch hitch using a reducer sleeve like the Curt # C45405. The hitch step does not include a hitch pin/bolt but this can be added with a standard pin and clip like # PC3 or a locking pin like our # e98880. The hitch step will still be able to attach securely to the reducer sleeve so that you have a solid platform to step up on.

I have attached a short video demonstration on this product that you can also check out.

We do not currently have any hitch-mounted steps that are designed to mount directly to a 2-1/2 inch hitch receiver.

expert reply by: Chris R