Hitch Adapter Recommendation that Gives Hitch Opening Additional Rise for Ground Clearance

Question:

Hi there. I have the Curt hitch mounted on my 2014 Ford fusion and am trying to mount a small scooter carrier to the 1.25inch receiver. However, it is too low and scrapes the ground. Do you know of any 1.25inch hitch rise / extenders that would clear the approx. 4.5inch distance bumper of a Ford fusion? I can be either 1.25inch or 2inch receiver on the other end, but the end that connects to the car must be 1.25. Thanks for your time.

asked by: Jen M

Expert Reply:

It sounds like you are looking for the part # HT5R which is designed to fit in a 1-1/4 inch trailer hitch and provide a 2 inch opening 5 inches above where the hitch installs.

You should note that these adapters end up cutting the capacity of the hitch they are installed in by 50 percent.

expert reply by: Jameson C