Can You Use Hitch Extender with Carpod Cargo Carrier for Hatch Clearance

Updated 09/07/2022 | Published 09/04/2022

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Trailer Hitch Extender for 2" Trailer Hitches - 13-13/16" Long

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$72.10

Yakima EXO Swing Away Enclosed Cargo Carrier - 2" Hitches - 10 cu ft - 100 lbs

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$1347.90

Question:

I have a carpod a honda 2019 crv and with the basket im not able to open the trunk. Is it recommened on getting a hitch extendsion of 12” or would that be not recommended

asked by: Mike L

Expert Reply:

In regards to using a hitch extender like the etrailer Hitch Extender for 2" Trailer Hitches part # e28YR, you'll need to reduce the weight capacity of the trailer hitch by 50%. For example, if you're using a trailer hitch with a 350 lb tongue weight rating your new rating with the adapter will be 175 lbs which includes the weight of the cargo and carrier.

If you need to maintain your hitches weight capacity you can switch to a swing-away carrier like the Yakima EXO Swing Away Enclosed Cargo Carrier part # Y62VR which will allow the hatch to open with the carrier installed.

expert reply by: Conner L