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HiTow Multi Use Trailer Receiver Extension Review

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Revainrating 3 out of 5  
Rating 
3.1
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Details

BrandHITOWMFG
Vehicle Service TypeATV
MaterialAlloy Steel

Description of HiTow Multi Use Trailer Receiver Extension

【 STANDARD 2INCH SIZE 】 Fit All 2 inch square receivers hitch tube, 12-1/2 inch overall length, use 5/8" hitch pin or lock(NOT INCLUDE). 【 INCREASE THE HITCH MOUNT 】2-1/4 inch drop, 3/4 inch rise, 6 inch center rise, equipped with a 1 inch hole to accept a trailer ball shank. 【 LOADED CAPACITY 】Ball/Tongue capacity: 5,000/500 lbs. GTW/TW (Class III/IV), provides an extra receiver tube for an accessory while towing a trailer. 【 WEATHER RESISTANT 】 Finished in black power coating provide durable and strong conditions, resist dust and corrosion, adds extra durability, can be used with an anti-rattle kit. 【 POWERFUL& DURABLE BUILD 】 Heavy duty steel via robotically welded for superior strength provide excellent mounting facility, high quality hardware fittings, all make this adjustable trailer hitch more durable.

Reviews

Global ratings 8
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Type of review

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Measure the distance from the hitch pin to the rear bumper.

Would not clean my upper offset rear bumper. My hitch is already very low, so I need to be able to use it that way. Have bought from the company before and have not been disappointed with the quality but will measure before buying anything else. One size doesn't fit all!

Pros
  • GOLS Certified
Cons
  • Commercial Availability

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Works as it should 👍🏻

I bought this with the winch and so far so good. Admittedly I haven't towed my light trailer with it yet because I haven't set the correct torque on the ball hitch yet (the outlet is on the way) but I'm pretty sure it will work with no problems. The only downside is that it wobbles a lot, but there's nothing the anti-rattle touchplate can't fix. I highly recommend this product.

Pros
  • Free for educational purposes
Cons
  • 0

Revainrating 4 out of 5

If you have a bumper this may NOT work for you.

I REALLY wanted this to work. I thought it was a great idea. Unfortunately I couldn't install it on my Subaru Forester. The top 2" receiver rests against the bumper so you can't get the hitch pin in. I hope the seller/manufacturer will contact me with help or suggestions. If so, I'll be more than happy to change my rating.

Pros
  • Absolutely amazing!
Cons
  • No automatic

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Works for intended purpose.

I bought this so I don't have to keep changing the tow ball and clutch basket on my SUV. I have an anti-rattle mechanism that snaps, so constantly removing the hold can be an issue. It works great for my application and I would recommend it. I carried two deer in my basket so the extra receiver is strong enough for whatever you add.

Pros
  • Few competitors
Cons
  • Negative impression

Revainrating 1 out of 5

The hitch top receiver was stuck

The problem I had with this receiver was that the top receiver was very tight on a bike mount with a 2" hitch. It's also about half an inch shorter (than, say, Curt's product) leaving just 5mm clearance from my bumper. In addition, this extension cord is sturdy and works well. I bought this model to replace a curt extension that was damaged in a rear end crash.

Pros
  • great product
Cons
  • Lots of stuff

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Will not fit standard 2 " hitch

I have tried installing 4 different 2" hitches which work fine in other receivers in this vertical HITOW hitch. Alignment hole where you would insert the clutch pin. So the HITOW receiver is either not square internally or is narrowing or there is some other manufacturing defect. I've considered hitting the clutch somehow, but then I can never get the thing out, so I'm sending it back.

Pros
  • Decent performance
Cons
  • No

Overall the unit looks very well built and solved my problem of having a bike and trailer carrier at the same time. Others have indicated that their accessories do not fit the top tube. I found that true. I also found the reason and the solution. The reason lies in the manufacturing process which causes the area around the pin hole to be slightly indented. This is likely caused by too much pressure on the tool that drilled the hole. If you want to salvage a unit (because it's not easy to find),

Pros
  • Sturdy construction
Cons
  • boring packaging

Revainrating 5 out of 5

solve many problems.

I installed this on my 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee with OEM hitch. I bought a trunk that when inserted directly into the receiver wasn't as high or as far from the car as I wanted. I have twin tailpipes in the back and the trunk was right over the exits, but it was still too close for comfort. I knew I was going to use a tarp or bag to cover luggage and other items, and the last thing I wanted was to melt or, worse, catch fire. This helped calm me down a bit by moving the holder a few inches away…

Pros
  • Pretty impressive
Cons
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