Can 2" Receiver Adapter Be Added to 1-1/4" Hitch on a 2008 Smart fortwo
Published 07/21/2022
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Jon G, Thanks for the detailed answer to my question. I was planning on carrying two adult bikes and a bike rack. I think the total weight of all is close to 100 lbs., so it probably would not be safe. We tow the Smart Car behind a 40’ motorhome. I think I’ll buy a lighter bike rack with a 11/4” hitch.
asked by: Don
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To convert the 1-1/4" receiver opening on the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11020 for your 2008 Smart fortwo to a 2" receiver you can use the Trailer Hitch Adapter # e93YR.
With that being said, any adapter will reduce the weight rating of your hitch by 50% so if you were to use this it would reduce the tongue weight of the hitch to 100 lbs. Not only that, but since your Smart car has a really short wheelbase the further back you place weight the more impact it will have to the performance of the vehicle and how much pressure that cargo places on the vehicle.
If you let me know what you're needing the hitch receiver/extender for I can see if we have any other solutions that would be a bit more safe for your application.
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Don
7/21/2022
Jon G, Thanks for the detailed answer to my question. I was planning on carrying two adult bikes and a bike rack. I think the total weight of all is close to 100 lbs., so it probably would not be safe. We tow the Smart Car behind a 40’ motorhome. I think I’ll buy a lighter bike rack with a 11/4” hitch.