Rear Mounted Receiver for 2005 Pace American Toy Hauler

Updated 05/28/2020 | Published 05/26/2020

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Question:

I have a 2005 Pace American Toy Hauler and need a Hitch receiver for the rear. It will only be holding 3 bikes. could you recommend a part?

asked by: Daniel C

Expert Reply:

We do have some multi-fit RV hitches available, I'd recommend the Curt # 13703 which is perfect for a bike rack. The hitch fits Travel Trailers with frame members from 22-72 inches apart, and offers 3 inches of drop, so it'll clear most bumpers. To ensure this hitch has enough drop to clear the rear bumper or fascia, measure downward from the underside of the frame member until you clear the bumper, if this measurement is less than 3 inches, the # 13703 would work perfectly for you.

The # LC730647 is a valid option for frame members that are right at 72 inches apart such as on a Vanliegh 5th wheel, but it has a smaller tongue weight capacity (300 lbs vs 350 of the Curt) it has a drop of zero, so if there's any thing rearward of the end of the frame members that hangs lower than the underside of the frame, it won't fit.

Keep in mind, not all bike carriers are rated for use on the rear of a towed vehicle. Anytihing caried in a htich on the rear of a towed vehicle is subject to more shaking and battering than what it would see on the rear of a passenger vehicle, so the rack needs to be designed to withstand these additional shaking forces. If you need an RV-approved bike rack, we offer the Swagman Original, part # S64152-2.

expert reply by: Mike L