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S-n-L's avatar
S-n-L
Explorer
Apr 26, 2014

Dual tow hitch extension

Hello everyone,

I need a dual hitch reviewer so I can use a bike rack while towing my toad. I need a straight extension with the second hitch mounted on top.

I have seen a bunch of these online however the problem is the max tow capacity is 4,000 lbs. Roadmaster has a 6,000 lb version but only has a drop hitch, not a straight for the primary hitch.

Anyone know if any such product with a higher tow capacity?

One other thought but not sure if this could work. If I purchase a straight extension from Roadmast (6,000 lb) and have an additional hitch welded on by a weld shop. Do you think this could work? Not sure if welding lowers the tow capacity.

Thanks for all your advice,

Stuart

9 Replies

  • deepdoc1's avatar
    deepdoc1
    Explorer
    Jul 18, 2014
    I'm looking at this one as it comes in several configurations, with or without the 3-ball, and it's 10k rated. Looks like I can get the Blue Ox at the straight through position, then a bike rack on top, and "maybe" a cargo carrier in between.

    Some photos. And no, I'm not in business with them, just looks like a very good setup. Cheers.
  • Bumpyroad's avatar
    Bumpyroad
    Explorer
    Apr 27, 2014
    cjoseph wrote:
    Bumpyroad wrote:
    Golden_HVAC wrote:
    How about something like this.



    https://www.etrailer.com/Specialty-Trailer-Hitches/Ultra-Fab-Products/UF35-946401.html

    You can bolt this onto your existing hitch, and then put the bikes on this receiver. It is only rated at 200 pounds, but probably can exceed that for a while.


    Fred.


    that pix confuses me. shouldn't those U bolts be turned 90 degrees?
    bumpy


    That's made for a square tube bumper. If your receiver has the room for the square "U" bolts, I see no problem using it for a bike rack. I think a double receiver would be more solid.


    ah, now it makes sense. thanks
    bumpy
  • cjoseph's avatar
    cjoseph
    Explorer
    Apr 27, 2014
    Bumpyroad wrote:
    Golden_HVAC wrote:
    How about something like this.



    https://www.etrailer.com/Specialty-Trailer-Hitches/Ultra-Fab-Products/UF35-946401.html

    You can bolt this onto your existing hitch, and then put the bikes on this receiver. It is only rated at 200 pounds, but probably can exceed that for a while.


    Fred.


    that pix confuses me. shouldn't those U bolts be turned 90 degrees?
    bumpy


    That's made for a square tube bumper. If your receiver has the room for the square "U" bolts, I see no problem using it for a bike rack. I think a double receiver would be more solid.
  • Golden_HVAC's avatar
    Golden_HVAC
    Explorer
    Apr 27, 2014
    How about something like this.



    https://www.etrailer.com/Specialty-Trailer-Hitches/Ultra-Fab-Products/UF35-946401.html

    You can bolt this onto your existing hitch, and then put the bikes on this receiver. It is only rated at 200 pounds, but probably can exceed that for a while.

    They also sell straight piece that you can have a local welding shop attach to your hitch, or the welding shop probably has some 2-1/2" tubing sitting around and can weld that to your hitch - I had this done on both sides of my motorhome, one for a dog cart, the other for my bikes. I use the factory center one for the car. The new ones are on the outside, near the side mounts.

    Fred.
  • S-n-L's avatar
    S-n-L
    Explorer
    Apr 26, 2014
    Thanks everyone,

    I will call a weld shop this week and see what I can have made.

    Stuart
  • noteven's avatar
    noteven
    Explorer III
    Apr 26, 2014
    Adding a weld-on receiver for the bike carrier to the correct extension for your dinghy hitch is the way to go. A competent welder/fabricator will not build it in such a manner to reduce the strength of the extension.
  • S-n-L's avatar
    S-n-L
    Explorer
    Apr 26, 2014
    Hi Bumpy,

    Thanks for the thought. I assume you are referring to the Roadmaster dual htich. I can not as I do not want the 2 inch drop. The roadmaster dual hitch is 2 inch drop and 2 inch raised. No option for straight.

    Stuart
  • Bumpyroad's avatar
    Bumpyroad
    Explorer
    Apr 26, 2014
    can you use it upside down and have the bike rack mounted on the drop(raise) part?
    bumpy

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