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Old 02-24-2023, 06:39 PM   #21
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Would something like this work?

https://www.etrailer.com/Hitch-Adapt...0aAgrSEALw_wcB

Or is it a bad idea since you would then be relying on two hitch pins instead of one?
The premium version says it has an 'anti-wobble bolt'. I'd take that with a grain of salt. Might be good for a bike rack, to keep bikes away from the back window, and similar uses. For trailer hitches, as far as I can see a longer shank ('stinger') would be more solid.
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Old 02-24-2023, 09:57 PM   #22
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Would something like this work?

https://www.etrailer.com/Hitch-Adapt...0aAgrSEALw_wcB

Or is it a bad idea since you would then be relying on two hitch pins instead of one?
Stay away.................I have seen some posts on various RV /trailering boards where these type items simply tore in half. For a bike rack - sure - for a trailer - NO WAY.

Also, from the specs listed (my emphasis added)


Has weight capacity that is the lowest of the following
    • 50% of the hitch's overall weight capacity
    • Load rating GTW 3,500 lbs; Tongue 350 lbs
    • Load rating with weight distribution equipment GTW 7000 lbs; Tongue 700 lbs
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Old 02-25-2023, 01:59 AM   #23
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this is the ball mount thjat let my F250 tailgate open with my Escape 21 hitched, the tailgate nicely clears the manual jack handle

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0007M308U/

its a CURT 45260, about 14" long (12-1/4" from the center of the ball shank to the pin that holds the mount to your receiver).

rated for a 7500 lb trailer so no problem on our < 5000 lb Escapes.
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Old 02-25-2023, 12:43 PM   #24
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this is the ball mount thjat let my F250 tailgate open with my Escape 21 hitched, the tailgate nicely clears the manual jack handle

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0007M308U/

its a CURT 45260, about 14" long (12-1/4" from the center of the ball shank to the pin that holds the mount to your receiver).

rated for a 7500 lb trailer so no problem on our < 5000 lb Escapes.

Believe OP was looking for a WDH setup, so something like what CharlesinGa posted (see post #11 on P#1) would be the ticket if he wants to go with a longer shank.
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