lightweight14 Posted October 9, 2010 Share Posted October 9, 2010 Does anyone know if they're is a 2x2 hitch available for the 05' LGT?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lightweight14 Posted October 9, 2010 Author Share Posted October 9, 2010 disregard, didn't realize they made 1 1/4" to 2" adapters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zephrant Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 I'll bite. 2" hitches are Class III, which is way too heavy for our cars. I take it you just wanted to use a bike rack or such though? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAC5.2 Posted October 10, 2010 Share Posted October 10, 2010 I have a Class3 hitch on my way from etrailers.com for my OBXT. [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/proper-flip-key-interesti-159894.html"]Flip Key Development Thread[/URL] "Genius may have its limitations, but stupidity is not thus handicapped." - E. Hubbard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zephrant Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 Nothing wrong with a 2" receiver, if you don't overload the car. But I can't think of a need for anything heavier duty than a Class II which can handle 3500 pounds (which I've been thinking of getting very soon). I am wondering if I'm missing something though- Why the Class III? Just today I think we decided to get a used tent trailer, so I've got to do something soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAC5.2 Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 I can't think of any situation at all where a 1.25" hitch would be a better choice than a 2" hitch. Hitch-mounted platforms are almost exclusively designed for 2" receivers. It's also MUCH more likely to find 2" hitch parts at podunk auto-parts stores, in case of emergency. Finally, almost all 1.25" to 2" adapters extend whatever accessory you want to install further out behind the car. This significantly increases the moment on the hitch, and decreases tongue load. [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/proper-flip-key-interesti-159894.html"]Flip Key Development Thread[/URL] "Genius may have its limitations, but stupidity is not thus handicapped." - E. Hubbard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lightweight14 Posted October 11, 2010 Author Share Posted October 11, 2010 I need a 2x2 in order to load a dirt bike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
torn891 Posted October 23, 2010 Share Posted October 23, 2010 I would DEFINETLY not suggest using a 1 1/4 to 2" adapter to use a Hitch Carrier for a MX bike. I use a hitch carrier on my jeep, truck and a cherokee- and have for over 10 yrs.... and a legacy, especially with the extended adapter will be completely unsafe. 1. A class 1 hitch doesnt support the tounge weight of a bike 2. The rear springs will be completely bottomed with that weight 3. the adapter with make that carrier 2x heavier because of the fulcrum leverage and shake and sway ALL over the place. = Burly crash and no more subie or bike.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwolson2 Posted October 23, 2010 Share Posted October 23, 2010 unless its his kids dirt bike like a 70CC, they are only 150lbs. Its still a lot, but not past the limits(says 170lbs on my oem hitch) still not a "great" idea, just go get a put together yourself trailer for 230$ from northern tool or the like(http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_7262_7262) I have a 4*6 with a 2ft box that i pull all over the place with no problems. Plus then you have room for you gas tank(so it wont smell up your trunk/backseat) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
torn891 Posted October 24, 2010 Share Posted October 24, 2010 funny you said that- thats exactly what i did after i sold my jeep- Bought a northern tool folding trailer- piece of plywood a wheel chock and good to go and stores right in the back of the garage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcris Posted November 7, 2010 Share Posted November 7, 2010 I bought a 2" (Hidden?) hitch from hitchesonline.com. I'm local enough to have been able to pick it up. I compared the 1.25" and the 2", there is no real difference between the two other than the receiver tube. The rest is the same. I opted for the 2" because my wife and I could both use the same bike rack without me needing an adapter, and it was a little cheaper (125 vs 140). Of course the thing hangs so low that I occasionally hit. It's definitely better suited for the OB, unless your only driving your Leggy on flat surfaces. http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash2/hs143.ash2/40485_1574690725304_1176655031_31661861_51364_n.jpg Short of the Aussie hitch, all the others available look the same, so I don't know of a better setup, and I don't think that downsizing to a 1.25" will gain me any real clearance. Also, the trailer is cheaper at Harbor Freight. Lehigh Valley Subaru Enthusiasts http://alturl.com/o4org Because Station Wagon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zephrant Posted November 10, 2010 Share Posted November 10, 2010 Does anyone know if the Draw-Tite hitch is any better? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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