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Off_Pavement
May 26, 2013Explorer II
I use a 10" up/down adapter like this... Up/Down Adapter. I also had a custom hitch shop add a reinforced 2" receiver, 2" above the stock location to get enough height to get my tow bar level.
However, my application is opposite of yours, and I would be really nervous trying to use one in the down position. If it impacts the ground, it will put stress on the hitch it was never designed for. I'd consider a change in base plate on the Jeep.
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However, my application is opposite of yours, and I would be really nervous trying to use one in the down position. If it impacts the ground, it will put stress on the hitch it was never designed for. I'd consider a change in base plate on the Jeep.

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