Using Dual Receiver Adapter # RM-077-4 For a Winch Mount and Towing a Car Hauler
Updated 06/05/2020 | Published 07/28/2014
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Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver Adapter, 4inch Drop/Rise. i want to tow a car trailer and use the second receiver to mount a electric winch can this duel hitch receiver work for this application?
asked by: Vinnie
Expert Reply:
Per its manufacturer, Roadmaster, the Dual Hitch Adapter you referenced, part # RM-077-4 cannot be used for towing a trailer. It is designed for a rolling load only.
Curt makes a dual receiver adapter, part # D-192 that might work for you, but using any adapter or extender will lower the tongue weight capacity of your hitch by 50 percent. Also, a trailer hitch is designed to withstand horizontal pulling forces or tongue weight suspended from it, but a pulling force coming from an upward or downward angle (like a winch would) could damage the hitch or its attachment points to the vehicle.
Typically, on a car trailer the winch would be mounted at the front of the trailer which is what I'd recommend. I'll link you to some help articles that explain how to choose and install an electric winch.
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Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver Adapter, 2" or 4" Drop/Rise
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Kevin H.
6/2/2020
I have an outside parts lift that uses a dual reeve Rule 8400 Series 12 V DC winch. I understand Rule has been out of business for 10 years. Is there an supplier you sell that makes a similar winch that you sell