Bike Racks Loose Fit in Receiver Fixed with Anti-Rattle Device

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The 1 1/4" bike rack fits loosely into the receiver of this hitch and uses a locking pin through the hole. It seems sturdy but it is not a tight fit. Is that OK?

asked by: Sherwin

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The tolerances between a bike rack and hitch are not very close and frequently causes rattle in transit. As long as the rack is inserted fully, and a hitch pin with clip installed, you need not to worry about the bike rack coming off. However if your rack and bikes wobble a lot this could eventually cause damage to the rack or the bikes. There are solutions for this issue.

I would check your bike rack and see if it has an anti-rattle device built into it. It usually looks like a large twist knob, or possibly just a bolt head that you can tighten. If you provide tell me what model of bike rack you have I could determine if it has an anti-rattle device built in, or provide a specific solution.

If you would just like a generic solution I would recommend the Curt # F-315 Anti-Rattle Kit.

expert reply by: Les D

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Answer 1

The Thule T2 Pro XTR 2 Bike Platform Rack #TH83JV requires a minimum of 1-1/2 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the end of the receiver opening of your hitch according the manufacturer, but we have customers that have confirmed it will…

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Answer 2

For a Class I hitch like yours we do not recommend the use of hitch adapters since they cut the capacity of the hitch they are installed on by 50 percent and add quite a bit of movement. Instead we'd recommend a bike rack like the Thule Camber…

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Answer 3

Though we haven't had a chance to install the Curt Trailer Hitch #C11473 on a 2017 Toyota Prius Prime, based on my research it will sit at about the same spot as the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch #24966 on your Prius, which is approximately 7"…

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Answer 4

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 5

Finding the right ball mount, one with the correct rise or drop, will allow your hitched trailer to be level which is important for best handling. We offer both fixed and adjustable ball mounts for 2-inch hitches that are shown on the linked page. If…

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Answer 6

In general it seems the Curt hitches have the best finish to fight corrosion so for your 2020 Toyota Prius I would recommend the #C11473. For a ball mount for Class I hitches like this you need to go with the recommended one by the manufacturer so…

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Answer 7

Both the Curt #C11473 and the Draw Tite part #24966 that fit your 2022 Toyota Prius are really great options for trailer hitches. The edge would go to the Curt though as we have found their quality control tends to be a little bit tighter and the…

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Answer 8

I recommend to use the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C11473 for the 2020 Toyota Prius AWD-E LE which is a confirmed fit for the all wheel drive electric model of the Prius. It also fits the AWD-E XLE model as well. This will give you a Class I…

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