Can I Use a 1 1/4" receiver to 2" Adapter with the 16x38 rucRak Cargo Carrier w/ Tailgate Table?
Updated 08/07/2025 | Published 07/14/2025
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I have a 2021 Jeep Wrangler JL Rubicon with class ll 1 1/4” hitch receiver and an OEM full size spare tire. Would this work with a 1 1/4” to 2” hitch adapter?
asked by: A. B
Expert Reply:
Hello A.B.,
For you to be able to use the 16x38 rucRak Cargo Carrier w/ Tailgate Table for Jeep Wrangler JL - 2" Hitches # RU34FR you would need to upgrade your 1 1/4" receiver to a 2" receiver, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # C13392 would be a great fit!
I couldn't find any information on if an adapter could be used or not, so I reached out to our friends at rucRak, they informed me that you cannot use an adapter with this product because the adapter will not allow the hitch T-bar that comes with the rucRak to be adjustable. So it will not work. Plus any adapter is going to cut your tongue weight in half as well.
You will have a lot more choices for accessories if you go ahead and switch to the 2" receiver.
Did the hitch come with the Jeep, or is it an aftermarket one?
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16x38 rucRak Cargo Carrier w/ Tailgate Table for Jeep Wrangler JL - 2" Hitches
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Flat Carrier
- Folding Carrier
- Spare Tire Mount
- 150 lbs or Less
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 38 Inch long
- Cargo
- Aluminum
- rucRak
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Kate F.
8/7/2025
Hey A.B., Did you decide to upgrade to the 2" hitch receiver for your Jeep? I'm curious if it helped you with the rucRak Cargo Carrier setup. Let me know how it worked out, as it could really help others in a similar situation!