What Hitch Extension Is Used In This Video - Hollywood Hitch Bike Racks Review - 2021 Jeep Wrangler

Updated 02/21/2024 | Published 02/11/2024

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Hollywood Racks Destination Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount

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Trailer Hitch Extender for 2" Hitch Receivers - 8" Long

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Question:

Your talk on the Hollywood Destination bike rack on the 2021 Wrangler was great. He did not specify which hitch extender he was using on the Wrangler. Please ask him and let me know. Mark

asked by: Mark S

Expert Reply:

Hey Mark I am glad to hear your like our video. The hitch extender in the video you mentioned is our etrailer brand hitch extender # e88YR. This is an 8' long extension made for a 2" hitch receiver.

expert reply by: Jesse M

etrailer Hitch Extension e88YR
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Mark

2/21/2024

Jesse. Please comment on two points I made in my review (which was not posted I note). The assembly instructions from the manufacturer says :1. "do not use hitch extenders" and 2 "not for a vehicle which is to be towed behind another vehicle". Of course I did use the hitch extender based on your video and my Jeep will be towed behind another vehicle. I still love the rack but wonder what you think about the precautions mentioned by the manufacturer.

Jesse M.

2/21/2024

@Mark Our rule of thumb is that using a hitch extension will reduce your hitches tongue weight capacity by half. The limitations you mentioned are in place to help prevent the rack from being overloaded. Moving the bike rack farther away from the rear axle of the vehicle creates more movement and more stress on the rack. I do recommend following all of the instructions listed by the manufacturer.