What Is A Good Adapter To Go From My 2 1/2 Hitch To A 2 Inch?
Updated 08/07/2025 | Published 07/02/2025
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Question:
I bought a Thule bike rack with 2 reciever. My truck is a ram 2500 so it has the 2 1/2 reciever in the back. I all ready have the adapter to shrink it down bit is way to sloppy and I cant lock it into place. Do you guys happen to sell either an adapter or a down the starts with the larger at the top location and s down to the 2 that it could be locked into place?
asked by: Michael S
Expert Reply:
Hey Michael,
Most of our adapters to go from a 2-1/2" hitch to a 2" are going to be what you see out there or most likely have. Typically what I recommend is going with the reducer sleeve # e26YR. That is going to go down to the 2" that you need. You can then pair that with the anti-rattle trailer hitch lock # SHP2040-XL. That is going to allow you to lock it, as well as offer an anti-rattle feature to reduce any play or movement with the adapter in place.
Is the current adapter you have the similar sleeve like I mentioned?
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Trailer Hitch Receiver Reducer Sleeve - 2-1/2" to 2"
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- 2-1/2 Inch to 2 Inch
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Nick S.
8/7/2025
Hey Michael, How did the reducer sleeve and anti-rattle lock work out for your bike rack setup on the Ram? I'm curious because your experience could really help others facing the same issue!