Will Saris Swing Away Hitch Extender Work for Ram ProMaster Van

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When swing away, able to open the doors of my RAM Pro-master? It is 5-3/16 between the bottom door and the center of pin,

asked by: Charles

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The Saris Swing Away Hitch Extender for Bike Racks # SAR36VR will sit about 5" above the center of the hitch pin hole once the arm is swung away so you should have enough room to open up your Ram ProMaster doors.

If you'd like something just as strong but with a lower profile check out the Kuat Pivot 2 Swing Away Hitch Extender # PVP20B. Kuat actually built this with ProMaster vans in mind so it's perfect for your application.

expert reply by: Jon G

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