Can a Hitch Extender Be Used with the Yakima HoldUp on a Jeep Wrangler

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What does using an extension receiver do. Why is it recommended not to use one?

asked by: Tom R

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The use of a hitch extender like the Curt Hitch Extender part # C45791 on a bike rack like the Yakima HoldUp 2 Bike Rack part # Y02443 is not a good idea because it moves the weight away for the vehicle further which then in turn reduces the weight capacity of the trailer hitch. The use of the Curt Hitch Extender or one similar for that matter will reduce the tongue weight capacity of your vehicle's trailer hitch by 50%.

If the reason that you will be wanting to use the hitch extender is so you can clear the rear spare tire then I recommend you take a look at the RockyMounts BackStage 2 Bike Platform Rack part # RKY10002 which should not only clear the rear spare tire but will also allow you to open the rear hatch on your Jeep without having to remove the bike rack or any bikes.

I have attached a review video of this bike rack being used on a similar Jeep Wrangler Unlimited for you as well as a photo.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

You are correct that the Replacement Wheel Cup for Yakima HoldUp EVO Front Tray #8880831 is for the rear wheel. The front reference is for the front tray as the parts are different between the front and rear trays on the Yakima Hold Up EVO bike…

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Answer 2

The Yakima Holdup part #Y02443 that you referenced is designed to fit wheels that are between 14 and 29 inches in diameter. There isn't an adapter available to allow the rack to fit larger tires, but you can try deflating the tires a bit to see…

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The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V Commercial Duty - 2-1/2" #C15809 is a great option for your 2011 Ram 2500 as long as you are okay with a 24 inch hitch extension like #C45048. This will give you a gross trailer weight of…

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Answer 4

Yes, the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver #DT45509 will fit your 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 with the factory hitch. This is a nice option, but I do recommend instead considering the Curt hitch: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C15809 While the Curt hitch will…

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The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C15809 is designed to fit with the OEM hitch on your 2004 Dodge Ram 2500. In fact, this is meant to fit under the OEM hitch so you wouldn't even need to remove it. For something that will fit more in the range of…

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The Class V hitch we have for your 2004 Dodge Ram 2500 with the best ground clearance is the Curt hitch part #C15809. It doesn't tuck right under the rear bumper like what you can see in the attached picture but it does sit the highest.

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I have a better and less expensive solution than using the Titan hitch box extension you proposed. If you were to install a front mounted hitch like #65061 on the vehicle, you'd easily be able to carry the bikes. Yakima specifically states in the…

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Answer 8

The Yakima HangTight Bike Rack for 6 Bikes #Y39GR is only meant to be tilted with no bikes loaded. That is how the rack was designed and tested. Could you potentially tilt it with only a couple loaded, yes. But that is not recommended and will void…

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Answer 9

The Curt Hitch #C15809 that fits on your 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 sits directly below the factory hitch, as you can see in this photo a customer provided of his hitch installed on a 3500. Though we have not test fit this hitch on an '08 Ram 3500, we…

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Answer 10

The Yakima HoldUp Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount, part #Y02443, will work with the trailer hitch on your 2021 Volkswagen ID 4. Provided your trailer hitch is a Class III trailer hitch. If you do not have a trailer hitch, we do…

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Answer 11

Only certain hitch-mounted bike racks are rated for use behind a trailer or motorhome. This is simply because of the extra movement and bounce that a bike rack endures behind a trailer/motorhome as opposed to one a standard passenger vehicle. The…

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Answer 12

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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Can a Hitch Extender Be Used with the Yakima HoldUp on a Jeep Wrangler

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